I had back aches from my 1973 TR6 seats (with adjustable head rests), I
solved this problem by glueing foam that I shaped to fit my lower back
(lumbar support). I did this while I was replacing a vinyl panel on the
seat. I have had a lot of complements on this addition, it solved my back
aches and retained the original seats.
Wayne
Westport, MA
1973 TR6 (Mallard)
----- Original Message -----
From: "Simms, Bruce CIC" <BSimms@cicorp.sk.ca>
To: "6 Pack" <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 30, 2002 1:51 PM
Subject: RE: Race Seats
> Hello Listers: Along this line of inquiry, although I'm not a racer,
> Williams in his How to Restore TR6 book mentions that in his next book he
> will explain alternatives to the uncomfortable TR6 seats. Anyone know what
> he might describe?
> The leather Miata seats look interesting, but very pricey from Mazda and,
I
> hear you have to bolt them directly to the floor. The Vic Brit catalog
> shows a replacement "Classic" seat from England. Expensive again, has
> anyone tried them?
>
> Suggestions appreciated as I'm looking to upgrade this area. I have 1972
> highback seats that I could restore for my 73. A good topic for us aging
> folks with aching backs!
>
> Thank you,
>
> Bruce Simms
> CF1941UO, Saskatchewan Canada
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Shane Ingate [mailto:madmax_xx@hotmail.com]
> Sent: August 30, 2002 10:59 AM
> To: mocharand5@aol.com
> Cc: 6 Pack
> Subject: RE: Race Seats
>
> The TR6 does not have a lot of space to mount seats. While most
lightweight
> "sports" seats may be narrow enough at the base, they will often have
> "wings" at the shoulders which will be too wide (e.g. Corbeau, Sparco,
etc).
>
> It may be possible to have an upholsterer remove the "wings" and recover,
> but that adds to the cost.
>
> Basically, I am in the same boat, and have not found a good seat. Kirkey
do
> make aluminum-shell seats which may do the job, but do not count on being
> comfortable in them (during, e.g., the drive to/from the track).
>
> Shane Ingate in Maryland
>
> > Anyone have any good tips on where to buy good, light, race seats?
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