|
displaying posts 1 to 14 of 14
| Author | Subject: Bucket seats, trying for size |
 clen666
Seasoned Pro  Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #1
I'm looking to try a few different bucket seats from the major manufacturers (sparco, corbeau, cobra etc) to get an idea of which seat is the most comfortable for my size.Anyone know of any stores that have a range on display to try out? Only place I can think of is demon tweeks or GSM sports seats but if there is anywhere closer to the north east it would be easier for me. Cheers ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
 Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 12:52
|
|
|
prism7guy
Seasoned Pro  Location: DoncastAAAAARGH Registered: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 4,640 Status: Offline |
Post #2
I don't know of anywhere local that you can try, ive got some omp tr-s' (I think that's what they are) in the track car, you're welcome to come over and see how they fit you though if you're ever in the Doncaster area.  ________________________________________ Goldie the track car. |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 13:42
|
|
|
clen666
Seasoned Pro Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #3
Thanks for the offer Stephen, I do actually have relatives in Doncaster but can't remember the last time I was down there!I've just found out that Autosport international is in January so I'll try and persuade the Mrs to get me tickets for Christmas, at least then I'm not just driving ~3hrs each way just to sit down for 20mins! ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 14:39
|
|
|
prism7guy
Seasoned Pro Location: DoncastAAAAARGH Registered: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 4,640 Status: Offline |
Post #4
I was going to say, theres a kit car show at Stoneleigh near Coventry the first bank holiday in may, theres usually a stall there with loads of different seats to try out but that's still 6 months away which i'm guessing isn't ideal time wise for you. The offer stands with my seats, they're not great seats but they do the job on a budget. ________________________________________ Goldie the track car. |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 14:59
|
|
|
clen666
Seasoned Pro Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #5
cheers mate. I'll see if I can get to the show in Jan and if there's anything there that fits my budget (which isn't much!) ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 15:14
|
|
|
fatlapit
Seasoned Pro  Location: STOCKSFIELD Registered: 02 Nov 2010 Posts: 3,040 Status: Offline |
Post #6
Clen i have a sparco pro adv ts u can try________________________________________ |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 19:51
|
|
|
clen666
Seasoned Pro Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #7
Cool, stocksfield is only about 20 minutes away. Is the TS model not quite small? The description states that it's designed for smaller cockpits or is it just the area around the head that is slimmed down? ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
|
Posted 4th Dec 2016 at 21:15
|
|
|
phillipm
Seasoned Pro  Location: Rotherham Registered: 15 Oct 2006 Posts: 20,607 Status: Offline |
Post #8
Autosport is the best place really for trying seats, I went on the trade days last year just to get measured up for new ones for the buggy.Motodrive were the best fit I found for me, and they'll do you custom padding as part of the seat fitting. I used to love the Corbeau Revo's but the quality seems to have taken a dive. ________________________________________ - Bespoke rollcages/additions/adjustments. Half cages right up to complete custom spaceframes - MSA/FIA spec, CDS, ROPT, T45, etc - PM meEmail me! Custom-made polybushes available - need an odd size or fitment? - anything from batch work to one-off pieces. |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 18:20
|
|
|
Day666
Seasoned Pro  Location: Bristol Registered: 20 Apr 2013 Posts: 5,214 Status: Offline |
Post #9
I've found myself ...GSM are amazing to deal with & they do monthly payments if you decide to spend more money than you have .They have a showroom to try seats out also ...ask for Felix |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 18:18
|
|
|
clen666
Seasoned Pro Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #10
Thanks chaps, motodrive have been recommended by someone else but they aren't on the exhibitors list for this years Autosport. If I don't get to the show it looks like a road trip is required where I'll try and get to motodrive and GSM in one go ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 22:03
|
|
|
fatlapit
Seasoned Pro Location: STOCKSFIELD Registered: 02 Nov 2010 Posts: 3,040 Status: Offline |
Post #11
Depends how big you are im 14 stone and 6 foot they fir well around me.________________________________________ |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 22:46
|
|
|
fatlapit
Seasoned Pro Location: STOCKSFIELD Registered: 02 Nov 2010 Posts: 3,040 Status: Offline |
Post #12
The deals at autosport on traders day are awesome. Or go to argon creative at anfield plain where they make recaro seats. They will make a recaro seat for you without embroidery for a very nice sum. Oh and they are carbon________________________________________ |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 22:48
|
|
|
clen666
Seasoned Pro Location: Co. Durham Registered: 12 Feb 2009 Posts: 2,401 Status: Offline |
Post #13
fatlapit wrote: The deals at autosport on traders day are awesome. Or go to argon creative at anfield plain where they make recaro seats. They will make a recaro seat for you without embroidery for a very nice sum. Oh and they are carbon Yeah? I had no idea about that place, cheers! ________________________________________ Team 'unintentional rat look' |
|
Posted 6th Dec 2016 at 23:29
|
|
|
RallyeRed
Regular  Location: Northwich Registered: 03 May 2016 Posts: 353 Status: Offline |
Post #14
I'll second (third?) motordrive.If you line up a visit to them you should get some personal attention from one of their staff, who actually will care and know about seat fit. They have the ability to sort custom padding and utilise different shell sizes too. |
|
Posted 12th Dec 2016 at 21:48
|
|
The Peugeot GTi-6 & Rallye Owners Club - ©2024 all rights reserved.
Please Note: The views and opinions found herein are those of individuals, and not of The Peugeot 306 GTi-6 & Rallye Owners Club or any individuals involved.
No responsibility is taken or assumed for any comments or statements made on, or in relation to, this website. Please see our updated privacy policy.