Best and worst custom racing seats.

fuct · 10-10-2013, 02:11 PM

how about this question....

most comfortable racing seat???? def for DDing.

sorry if im thread jacking OP.

vividracing · 10-10-2013, 02:40 PM

"most comfortable" and "racing seat" is something that rarely goes together. It will definitely depend on body type and use. We've put alot of miles on the Status Ring and Status Spa respectively, and of course the reclinable wins on long trips every time. The best solution is to review a manufacturers measuring specs to find the best solution for you.

Bride: PRODUCTS-?????BRIDE?
Spec example: http://www.bride-jp.com/images/produ...size-zeta3.jpg

Sparco:Sparco USA
See the SEAT DIMENSIONS CHART

Status:Status Ring FIA - Status Racing

nismo 1234 · 10-10-2013, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fuct

how about this question....

most comfortable racing seat???? def for DDing.

sorry if im thread jacking OP.

the picture posted above with the 40th interior and Red Status racing seat is my car.

Status bucket seat is the most comfortable racing seat i have sat in. Ive sat in Bride reclinable, Bride Bucket for longer drives, it was painful because of thin padding. Status has thick padding and comfortable for daily driving.

skidad62 · 10-10-2013, 08:41 PM

I had Corbeau TRS race seats - they are very light and have submarine slots for the 5 point harnesses. Comfortable for street use too. They also sell seat tracks.

exedy699 · 10-15-2013, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by nismo 1234

the picture posted above with the 40th interior and Red Status racing seat is my car.

Status bucket seat is the most comfortable racing seat i have sat in. Ive sat in Bride reclinable, Bride Bucket for longer drives, it was painful because of thin padding. Status has thick padding and comfortable for daily driving.

Very nice. You said the red one is yours correct?

Which version is that? Ring? Also, do the sides rub when you close the door? What type of mounting brackets? I am a larger guy (6'2 and 215lbs) and am still hesitant about getting a proper bucket seat for two reasons. One, clearance (my head hits when I wear a helmet as it is), and second is comfort since it will also be a DD. How does the fabric feel in general? Position and whatnot as well...much appreciated!

Arrvaxx · 10-15-2013, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by fuct

how about this question....

most comfortable racing seat???? def for DDing.

sorry if im thread jacking OP.

Hey! I'm the thread 'jacker! Oh, fine...go ahead.

Arrvaxx · 10-15-2013, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by vividracing

I've gone thru the color matching process for the 40th recently and we were able to find a close match but not exact. However, there was a solution with Status to send in the door panels as well and they would be wrapped in a matching material for an additional cost. The smallest Ring seat is the only FIA Status seat right now and there's another in the works. Keep in mind FIA is now requiring 5point harnesses as well.

Wow...I bet having them do the doors would be extra-stupid expensive. I may have to think about this whole idea.

exedy699 · 10-15-2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Arrvaxx

Wow...I bet having them do the doors would be extra-stupid expensive. I may have to think about this whole idea.

Was considering that too...looks so sexy.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arrvaxx

Hey! I'm the thread 'jacker! Oh, fine...go ahead.

Hey just bc you have a funny Archer DP doesn't mean you get to steal all the threads...[i expect you to respond with: "Cant't, or won't?" lol]

Chuck33079 · 10-15-2013, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Arrvaxx

Wow...I bet having them do the doors would be extra-stupid expensive. I may have to think about this whole idea.

Would it be cheaper to have a set of door panels done locally to match the seats? Then you can sell the 40th seats/door panels as a set for a pretty good chunk of change, I would assume.

Arrvaxx · 10-15-2013, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by exedy699

Was considering that too...looks so sexy.

Hey just bc you have a funny Archer DP doesn't mean you get to steal all the threads...[i expect you to respond with: "Cant't, or won't?" lol]

+1 for knowing where the picture came from!

Arrvaxx · 10-15-2013, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Would it be cheaper to have a set of door panels done locally to match the seats? Then you can sell the 40th seats/door panels as a set for a pretty good chunk of change, I would assume.

Another good idea. My biggest issue is that I like the 40th red. It is just different enough to not be the typical racing red. Second issue is that I really would like to keep things as close to 40th as I can.

What I need to do is fine out who does Nissan's fabric and then slip them some sake!

Chuck33079 · 10-15-2013, 02:50 PM

I think the only way to make it work would be to have it done locally. That way you can OK the color match before any work gets done.

vividracing · 10-15-2013, 02:55 PM

Status can either supply additional material to have your door cards done locally to match your seat or can do them at the same time the seat is made, if you're looking at an Icon seat with custom stitch color and pattern I'd recommend Status doing it for you, if its a standard recover any local shop should be able to handle it

vividracing · 10-15-2013, 02:58 PM

Even with a non-40th car I think the door cards complete the facelift alot better.

Arrvaxx · 10-15-2013, 02:58 PM

You know what I just noticed...neither Status seat has a seat harness slit. Can you not do 5 point with those? Odd.

10-10-2013, 02:40 PM	#17 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 39	"most comfortable" and "racing seat" is something that rarely goes together. It will definitely depend on body type and use. We've put alot of miles on the Status Ring and Status Spa respectively, and of course the reclinable wins on long trips every time. The best solution is to review a manufacturers measuring specs to find the best solution for you. Bride: PRODUCTS-?????BRIDE? Spec example: http://www.bride-jp.com/images/produ...size-zeta3.jpg Sparco:Sparco USA See the SEAT DIMENSIONS CHART Status:Status Ring FIA - Status Racing Reaper42 and beewid like this. __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

10-10-2013, 08:41 PM	#19 (permalink)
skidad62 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Moncton NB Canada Posts: 214 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 12	I had Corbeau TRS race seats - they are very light and have submarine slots for the 5 point harnesses. Comfortable for street use too. They also sell seat tracks. __________________ 2010 370Z Black Cherry Roadster Touring Sport 2003 Mustang Vortech YSI 640 rwhp - sold but not forgotten

10-15-2013, 02:50 PM	#27 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	I think the only way to make it work would be to have it done locally. That way you can OK the color match before any work gets done. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

10-15-2013, 02:55 PM	#28 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 39	Status can either supply additional material to have your door cards done locally to match your seat or can do them at the same time the seat is made, if you're looking at an Icon seat with custom stitch color and pattern I'd recommend Status doing it for you, if its a standard recover any local shop should be able to handle it __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

10-15-2013, 02:58 PM	#29 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 39	Even with a non-40th car I think the door cards complete the facelift alot better. __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

10-10-2013, 02:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
fuct A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sugar Land Posts: 3,692 Drives: 97' Ranger :) Rep Power: 24	how about this question.... most comfortable racing seat???? def for DDing. sorry if im thread jacking OP.

10-15-2013, 02:58 PM	#30 (permalink)
Arrvaxx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Whore Island, MN Posts: 1,243 Drives: 40th F.I. Twin Turbo Rep Power: 18	You know what I just noticed...neither Status seat has a seat harness slit. Can you not do 5 point with those? Odd. __________________ 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary (#480 born 1/19/2010) Fast Intentions Twin Turbo \| Varis Arising II \| Limited Edition Recaro Sportster \| Tuned by Specialty Z \| 604hp 525 torque @14lbs boost on 100 octane

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