tractor seat base = suspension = happier back!

[jvitiel]

So here is an update on my seat installation.

Over all its real good. I have the weight adjustment set to minimum even though I'm about 195lbs. It bottoms out occasionally which is no big deal and I like the softer ride. If I went into rougher waters I would probably tighten it up but I haven't needed to yet. The foot rests work well and it never feels awkward.

The mechanism seems to be holding up in the weather pretty nice - although it's under a car-port most of the time.

On the downside, the seat itself isn't great. It's compact which is good and allows it to swivel - but the blue vinyl gets hot and although it's durable and reasonably comfortable, it looks pretty dorky. I may swap it out but haven't seen something I like better yet.

The whole assembly is also heavy - maybe 25lbs. more than the plain seat I have on the port side.

Finally I think I will probably paint the black mechanism grey. I'm not a fashion plate but it's a bit much as it is.

Still, all in all a good mod. If you want a soft ride at a nice price this may be a good option to consider.