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nextproject · 11-28-2013, 11:27 AM

Okay, here's the deal. The S14 is my DD, its not currently built for speed, more for handling (although the wheel/tire/ride height kinda limits that aspect). I am 6'1", 175lbs, so i cannot really indulge in a setup that DECREASES headroom as i was stupid enough to end up with a car that is equipped with the sunroof.

So im looking for a seat/bracket combo that will allow for ALOT more support in the thigh and back/side areas. I'd prefer something lighter than stock with a bit of adjustability (recline) unless the seat just happens to be in the perfect position in non-adjustable form.

I dont ride gangster style with my seatback all the way back.

Im perfectly fine with considering a stock seat from another make (350z, S2000, etc) but im guessing those may actually ADD weight. Which i guess i wouldnt have a problem with so long as its not an obscene amount and the increase in support/comfort is worth the weight penalty.

Just trying to see whats out there and what my options are. The 240 needs a christmas present and as of right now, comfort-wise the seat is my biggest gripe.

I thought about getting S15 seats, but they only seem to be marginally better (at least by just looking at online pics).

izzy- · 11-28-2013, 11:47 AM

s2000 seats

You can make your own rails

*e1_griego* · 11-28-2013, 11:55 AM

S15 seats are a lot better.

Also, skyline r32 or r33 gtr seats are great.

billyblaze · 11-28-2013, 12:12 PM

Have bride in both mine we are about. The same height weight
One is stock height the other is lowered. The one at stock height
Is a lot easier to get in and out of. I find that it makes both a lot
Easier to get in and out of if I slide the seat back all the way. And
Also like the fact the sparco harness is easy to this way also. I put
It on and then slide the seat up perfect fit
Imho

*blksylv* · 11-28-2013, 01:14 PM

I can vouch for r32 gtr seats though they can be pricey depending on where you get them from.

s0fa king · 11-28-2013, 02:45 PM

Bride Euro Cruz. you're welcome.

nextproject · 11-28-2013, 07:35 PM

Wow thanks for the ideas i'll do more research on these options. Luckily atlanta area is not far from me and i think most of the OEM seats can be found around there so i wont have to ship. I used to own an AP2 so i do remember how nice those seats are.

I find myself constantly wondering how easily an SW20 mr2 seat would be to adapt. My other car is one and i LOVE the seat in that car. Might look into that as well. Although it'd most likely need to be recovered as stock mr2 cloth seats are ugly.

5280VertDET · 11-28-2013, 08:23 PM

Throwing this out there...

Budget Seats

Chillswitch · 11-30-2013, 05:29 AM

LOL Nice on the budget seats

If I were in a "shopping" position instead of a "research" position, I would totally hit you up for that black Friday deal! GLWS!!!

nextproject · 11-30-2013, 07:45 AM

Yeah i think i'll see if i get any bites on the R32 GTR wtb thread i posted. i'll scour CL and maybe i'll come up with something. Maybe have em recovered in black leather or something. I didnt realize everyone was such a big fan of these.

5280VertDET · 11-30-2013, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chillswitch

LOL Nice on the budget seats

If I were in a "shopping" position instead of a "research" position, I would totally hit you up for that black Friday deal! GLWS!!!

Not my seats, just trying trying to help.

11-28-2013, 11:27 AM	#1
nextproject Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Age: 40 Posts: 277 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Wanting a more supportive seat in my S14, ideas? Okay, here's the deal. The S14 is my DD, its not currently built for speed, more for handling (although the wheel/tire/ride height kinda limits that aspect). I am 6'1", 175lbs, so i cannot really indulge in a setup that DECREASES headroom as i was stupid enough to end up with a car that is equipped with the sunroof. So im looking for a seat/bracket combo that will allow for ALOT more support in the thigh and back/side areas. I'd prefer something lighter than stock with a bit of adjustability (recline) unless the seat just happens to be in the perfect position in non-adjustable form. I dont ride gangster style with my seatback all the way back. Im perfectly fine with considering a stock seat from another make (350z, S2000, etc) but im guessing those may actually ADD weight. Which i guess i wouldnt have a problem with so long as its not an obscene amount and the increase in support/comfort is worth the weight penalty. Just trying to see whats out there and what my options are. The 240 needs a christmas present and as of right now, comfort-wise the seat is my biggest gripe. I thought about getting S15 seats, but they only seem to be marginally better (at least by just looking at online pics).

11-28-2013, 08:23 PM	#8
5280VertDET Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Denver Age: 37 Posts: 2,052 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	Throwing this out there... Budget Seats __________________ S13 Vert \| SR \| PE1420 \| 5-Speed \| 15x9.5 - 0 \|

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11-28-2013, 11:47 AM	#2
izzy- Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: illinois Posts: 289 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	s2000 seats You can make your own rails

11-28-2013, 11:55 AM	#3
e1_griego Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Independence, Ore. Age: 36 Posts: 2,642 Trader Rating: (24) Feedback Score: 24 reviews	S15 seats are a lot better. Also, skyline r32 or r33 gtr seats are great.

11-28-2013, 12:12 PM	#4
billyblaze Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: North lauderdale,Fl Posts: 609 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Have bride in both mine we are about. The same height weight One is stock height the other is lowered. The one at stock height Is a lot easier to get in and out of. I find that it makes both a lot Easier to get in and out of if I slide the seat back all the way. And Also like the fact the sparco harness is easy to this way also. I put It on and then slide the seat up perfect fit Imho

11-28-2013, 02:45 PM	#6
s0fa king Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2009 Location: earth Posts: 755 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Bride Euro Cruz. you're welcome.

11-28-2013, 07:35 PM	#7
nextproject Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Age: 40 Posts: 277 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Wow thanks for the ideas i'll do more research on these options. Luckily atlanta area is not far from me and i think most of the OEM seats can be found around there so i wont have to ship. I used to own an AP2 so i do remember how nice those seats are. I find myself constantly wondering how easily an SW20 mr2 seat would be to adapt. My other car is one and i LOVE the seat in that car. Might look into that as well. Although it'd most likely need to be recovered as stock mr2 cloth seats are ugly.

11-30-2013, 05:29 AM	#9
Chillswitch Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	LOL Nice on the budget seats If I were in a "shopping" position instead of a "research" position, I would totally hit you up for that black Friday deal! GLWS!!!

11-30-2013, 07:45 AM	#10
nextproject Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Age: 40 Posts: 277 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Yeah i think i'll see if i get any bites on the R32 GTR wtb thread i posted. i'll scour CL and maybe i'll come up with something. Maybe have em recovered in black leather or something. I didnt realize everyone was such a big fan of these.