Racing Seat Fitment help: Bride Zeta XL vs Recaro SPG XL

OptionZero · 11-11-2019, 07:01 PM

Currently Sparco EVO II QRT is the correct fitment

but no reason to buy it now since the Zeta IV XL is coming soon

may as well try it before locking in

Hotrodz · 11-11-2019, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlWakRa

I saw Zeta 3 XL dimensions and it appears to be nearly the same dimensions as Cobra Imola GT I have, both are smaller outside than SPG XL, but as per diagrams, Imola GT match SPG internal sizing, Imola has a high harness hole.

Anyway, you tried the seats, so I would say go for the one you feel most comfortable in, as well as having a higher harness hole to install harness safely.

I have the Evo II US and it is 45mm less than the XL at the shoulder bolster. My bolster is right up against the door. If the Bride is narrower it would be worth waiting for.

AlWakRa · 11-12-2019, 02:35 PM

I have used an Evo2US, borrowed from a friend, and yes shoulders where wide for me, better than evo3 but still wide, I liked the shoulder bolster on Pro2000. Not a lot of time on Imola until now to give an opinion about them.

OptionZero · 11-12-2019, 03:06 PM

as an aside, i HATE how Sparco names their seats prior to 2020

There were EVO, EVO 2, EVO 2 US, EVO 3, EVO 2 L, and then there was QRT ,QRT-R, QRT-C, EVO 2 QRT, EVO QRT.

The new line is just EVO S, regular, L, XL and its so much easier

OptionZero · 12-03-2019, 12:13 PM

A very promising new contender has arisen:

Recardo - PODIUM

https://www.recaro-automotive.com/en.../recaro-podium

Brochure: https://www.recaro-automotive.com/fi...-podium-en.pdf

It looks absolutely wicked. M and L sizes available but no exact dimensions listed.

The way the harness holes are positioned on the spine is very encouraging since it looks like the top most set is higher relative to the shoulders than the SPG XL

So if this is just the same size the SPG XL with higher holes . . . its perfect

Rusty · 12-03-2019, 09:29 PM

Hmmmmm...........

Zewerr · 09-26-2020, 09:31 PM

So, I just got a Sparco QRT-R and installed it on my BuddyClub rails. If you don't mind the seat leaning back, they can provide equal head clearance with the stock seats. I like my seats leaning back, so it's perfect for me. I autocrossed on them today for the first time and am very happy with the combination. I'm 5'11", 195 with a 34 in. waist. If you like to sit upright and close to the wheel, this may not be the correct combination for you, unless you're short.

11-11-2019, 07:01 PM	#31 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,235 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	Currently Sparco EVO II QRT is the correct fitment but no reason to buy it now since the Zeta IV XL is coming soon may as well try it before locking in __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

11-12-2019, 02:35 PM	#33 (permalink)
AlWakRa Track Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Qatar Posts: 600 Drives: 10 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 13450	I have used an Evo2US, borrowed from a friend, and yes shoulders where wide for me, better than evo3 but still wide, I liked the shoulder bolster on Pro2000. Not a lot of time on Imola until now to give an opinion about them. __________________ 2010 370Z Touring Sport Pearl White 6MT Powered by: Fast Intentions - Motordyne - Stillen - OS Giken - CJ Motorsports - Mishimoto - MCA Suspension - SPL - SuperPRO - RJM - Z1 Motorsport - Zspeed - Volk My Humble Journals

11-12-2019, 03:06 PM	#34 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,235 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	as an aside, i HATE how Sparco names their seats prior to 2020 There were EVO, EVO 2, EVO 2 US, EVO 3, EVO 2 L, and then there was QRT ,QRT-R, QRT-C, EVO 2 QRT, EVO QRT. The new line is just EVO S, regular, L, XL and its so much easier AlWakRa and Hotrodz like this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

12-03-2019, 12:13 PM	#35 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,235 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	A very promising new contender has arisen: Recardo - PODIUM https://www.recaro-automotive.com/en.../recaro-podium Brochure: https://www.recaro-automotive.com/fi...-podium-en.pdf It looks absolutely wicked. M and L sizes available but no exact dimensions listed. The way the harness holes are positioned on the spine is very encouraging since it looks like the top most set is higher relative to the shoulders than the SPG XL So if this is just the same size the SPG XL with higher holes . . . its perfect 2011 Nismo#91, Rusty, Hotrodz and 2 others like this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

12-03-2019, 09:29 PM	#36 (permalink)
Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 35,220 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684438	Hmmmmm........... __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

09-26-2020, 09:31 PM	#37 (permalink)
Zewerr Base Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 45 Drives: 11 370Z 82/182 STU Rep Power: 6	So, I just got a Sparco QRT-R and installed it on my BuddyClub rails. If you don't mind the seat leaning back, they can provide equal head clearance with the stock seats. I like my seats leaning back, so it's perfect for me. I autocrossed on them today for the first time and am very happy with the combination. I'm 5'11", 195 with a 34 in. waist. If you like to sit upright and close to the wheel, this may not be the correct combination for you, unless you're short. Brendan likes this.

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