rdickinson Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 Before I embark on the great quest in a few weeks, one of the items needing to be addressed is the drivers seat. I've read the info re seats but they didn't give me an answer. Bostrum, Sears Elite etc. The current seat is OK, a little worn but not worn out. Checking a host of seats is not practical as there isn't a lot of choice in my current area and sitting in a seat on the shop floor is not the same as in a truck with air hooked up to it. My weight is about 175 lbs, 5'10" and shrinking. No huge medical issues. Not sure about options available or whether they are worth it, lumbar support, heat, somewhere I read about vibrating back I think. I could even get the current one upholstered but not sure if it's worth the cost. Not a fan of the high back. Are there lower back seats? Are there 1 or 2 that stand out above the rest to narrow the field? Lastly, I have Jotto laptop stand and use a Toshiba wireless trackball mouse on a sidetable. The stock armrest goes straight forward, I need it to go out about 2 o'clock. Sittab armflex has some armrests, wondering if anyone has experience with them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis M Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 No specific recommendation, but I bought the DW's seat from Suburban Seats. I was pleased with the service and they have a wide selection. Dennis & NancyTucson, AZ in winter, on the road in summer.1999 Volvo 610 "Bud" 425 HP Volvo, Super 10 spd.2005 Mountain Aire 35 BLKS2013 smart fortwo CityFlame riding on Bud(Replaced '05 smart first loaded in '06 and '11 smart that gave it's life to save me!)Our Travel Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shallow Draft Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 I was in Fort Gary Industries in Red Deer the other day and they had a good selection. I am sure Calgary FGI will have them also. 2004 Volvo 630, Freedomline, Rear view camera, Max Brake, Jackalopee, 38 ft 4 horse LQ Platinum, 40ft Jayco Talon toy hauler Http:/www.flickr.com/photos/shallow_draft/ Https://flic.kr/p/fqhyAN You are not lost if you don't care where you are!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 We did the cheap route and used GM mini van 2nd row seats and installed them on our air ride bases. Cost us about $50 dollars on craigslist. And the drivers came with a drink holder! 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swilson Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 Our truck only came with one air ride seat. So needless to say my wife wanted to sit in a comfortable seat too. We bought two new seats through truck center hear in St Louis. They beat anyone's price. We did a lot of home work on them and sat in many, we decided to get the Sears Elites. We chose leather ones because they don't make you sweat and cleaning up my coffee dribble is easy. As far as heat in them we did not get that because i always warm truck up before we climb in. they have upper and lower back adjustments. The seats are very comfortable with a lot of adjustment to them. I have only seen truck seats in high back and medium height. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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