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S3 - On the open road
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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 ![]() Move OEM pad to upper section ![]() Take some central heating pipe wrap. Notice how I am saving energy by using this. ![]() Cut one piece to size ![]() Then another piece ![]() Replace seat section ![]() Side profile view ![]() Comparison before/after ![]() ![]() Seems to have worked pretty well, will do the same for the passenger seat if it's better during use ! |
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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. |
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I found the seats superb on my long days driving in Europe this summer - but then i'm a mere 5'9", lol!
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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?
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You i reckon little Andy
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S3 - On the open road
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could have guessed this may turn into a "you are the shortest" contest
![]() 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 ! |
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Good idea rs32, although i find the seats great as im 5'7 the same as little Andy
Joe
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It's a draw then little Joe.
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S2 - Picking it up
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I believe you can buy an air inflatable lumbar support from Demon Tweeks which is supposed to be effective.
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