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Offline bootguy

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Wide load suspension seats
« on: July 17, 2014, 05:55:09 PM »
Not being a small guy has anyone out there replaced their seats with after market seats that would fit someone with a 44 to 46" waist?

Looking for a seat that is preferably high backed, adjustable lumbar support and reclines.
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Re: Wide load suspension seats
« Reply #1 on: July 18, 2014, 01:58:04 PM »
The problem you'll run into is fitting the seats with a console.  That's really tough unless you're okay with doing some custom mounting.  Also, half doors are fatter then full-doors so that's another problem.  IIRC, the stock seats are around 18-20" wide.  I think my MasterCraft's are 22".  I have a large console so there's an issue with clearing the lids when opening them.  The stock console sits below the seats so it's not a problem but anything larger will be an issue.  I was able to move my seat 2" outboard to clear the console better while still clearing the halfdoors.

Adjustable lumbar is going to mean a performance seat.  I'd go with a suspension seat but the MasterCraft and Corbeau's aren't cheap.  I don't think the Corbeau's have an adjsutable lumbar though.  Smittybily also has a suspension seat but it too lacks lumbar.  Suspension seats are a lot easier on your back then the old foam and spring box.  There's a lot more support because of the design.  It's more like a hamock. Mozman has some MasterCraft Baja's.

http://www.mastercraftsafety.com/mastercraft-baja-rs.html  You can save some money but not getting the adjustable headrests then get the adjustable lumbar.
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Re: Wide load suspension seats
« Reply #2 on: July 19, 2014, 01:05:32 PM »
I got corbeau suspension seats, they're comfy but probably tight for your size
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