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rs32
18-08-2008, 10:30 PM
Wanted to try something to improve the lumbar and shoulder support for the front seats. At 6' 3"+ I find my shoulders get pushed forward slightly, putting strain on my neck. Not a complete nightmare but could be a problem for 2+ hour journeys.

What was needed was more lumbar support, with additional padding for the middle/upper back to get the shoulders straighter.

So I tried something.

Original Seat

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_orig.jpg

Move OEM pad to upper section

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_orig_pad.jpg

Take some central heating pipe wrap. Notice how I am saving energy by using this.

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/pipe_wrap.jpg

Cut one piece to size

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_1pipe.jpg

Then another piece

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_2pipes.jpg

Replace seat section

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_done.jpg

Side profile view

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_done_profile.jpg

Comparison before/after

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_orig_mini.jpghttp://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w287/rs32/seat_done_mini.jpg

Seems to have worked pretty well, will do the same for the passenger seat if it's better during use !
Bealo
18-08-2008, 11:55 PM
Looks like a cheap and effective solution to your problem.

I personally find that the standard seats fit me fine at 6.1 but i might give this a try to see if it makes the seating even better.
glendog74
19-08-2008, 12:13 AM
I found the seats superb on my long days driving in Europe this summer - but then i'm a mere 5'9", lol! :-D
Andyk
19-08-2008, 06:43 AM
Yep looks like an effective way to improve. I'm sure I've seen an 'official' booster for the seats some where. Like the abaove I find them OK thought. But I'm hardly a giant at 5'7".....So who is the shortest CSL owner then?
Bealo
19-08-2008, 07:31 AM
You i reckon little Andy :thumbs:
rs32
19-08-2008, 09:44 AM
could have guessed this may turn into a "you are the shortest" contest :hahaha:

My 20 min drive to the station this morning has proved that there is a noticeable improvement. It was never uncomfortable, just means i now have a more naturally straight back and shoulders so less pressure on the neck. Result !
Andyk
19-08-2008, 01:52 PM
You i reckon little Andy :thumbs:

Ah well it will be the first contest I've ever one :smt104
csljoe
19-08-2008, 02:07 PM
Good idea rs32, although i find the seats great as im 5'7 the same as little Andy

Joe
Andyk
19-08-2008, 05:05 PM
It's a draw then little Joe.
MaKSiNG
19-08-2008, 06:11 PM
I believe you can buy an air inflatable lumbar support from Demon Tweeks which is supposed to be effective.
DazBlackCSL
20-08-2008, 01:04 PM
I brought these ... work really well ...

http://www.gprdirect.com/OnlineShop/Summary.do?c=179
MaKSiNG
20-08-2008, 01:20 PM
I brought these ... work really well ...

http://www.gprdirect.com/OnlineShop/Summary.do?c=179

That pump-up Sparco lumbar support is the one I meant too.
DazBlackCSL
20-08-2008, 01:28 PM
Its not inflatable my one ... just an arched cushion ....

Not that ive sat in it for months :bigcry:
rs32
20-08-2008, 01:58 PM
... but is it energy efficient, and costs £5-99 ? :thumbs:
DazBlackCSL
20-08-2008, 01:59 PM
No and No ! lol :-D
Rags
22-08-2008, 09:37 PM
I have a spare sparco lumbar support available, for sale as I have stuck some adjustable recaros in my car.