Aftermarket Seat for BIG Guy?

williaty · 10-12-2006, 01:22 AM

I have worn through the bolster on the stock seat in my 05 RS. SoA claims it's not their problem and the stealership wants $609 to replace the seat. It's time to explore aftermarket options! I am a BIG guy. I'm 6'1" but only have a 30" inseam, so it's all in my torso (meaning I almost hit the ceiling in the stock seats). I weigh 280lbs and have a 40" waist. Like I said, I'm a BIG guy and the stock seats were kinda tight in the hips. What are my options for aftermarket seats that are wider in the hips/thigh than the stockers and will cost less (tax, title, and out the door) than $609? All the aftermarket seats I've seen so far seem to be targeted at skinny-assed boy racers.

I'll be using the seats 80% for in town commuting, 10% for hauling ass through the twisties, 5% for long trips (to get to the twisties), and 5% for autocross.

Someone out there has got to have a save!

Ty

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Newera09 · 10-12-2006, 01:26 AM

damn we're alsmot twins. IM 6'2" 285lbs, 42 waist and 30"inseam. Try getting some '06 TR seats. Thats what came in mine and they are nice and snug

williaty · 10-12-2006, 01:34 AM

We test drove a 06 TR when the fiancee was looking for a new car. The seat was still tight in the hips/thigh and those headrests on the 06s are MURDER!

Crazy that we that close in size though.

Subie Gal · 10-12-2006, 01:56 AM

sparco evo 2000's maybe?

you really should do some measuring and try to find a seat that really suits you

www.sparcousa.com

go to seats, read a bit about measuring.

if you get the chance, try to sit in ... before you buy.

best of luck to you
Jamie

Juego · 10-12-2006, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subie Gal

sparco evo 2000's maybe?

you really should do some measuring and try to find a seat that really suits you

www.sparco.com

go to seats, read a bit about measuring.

if you get the chance, try to sit in ... before you buy.

best of luck to you
Jamie

actually it's www.sparcousa.com

Subie Gal · 10-12-2006, 02:11 AM

thanks.... appreciate that

editing now.. doh

Jam~

Psyk · 10-12-2006, 02:52 PM

Corbeau Seats

They actually have "wide" seats, and some of them recline and such also

williaty · 10-12-2006, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Subie Gal

sparco evo 2000's maybe?

you really should do some measuring and try to find a seat that really suits you

www.sparcousa.com

go to seats, read a bit about measuring.

I looked on their seats page, but don't see anything about how to measure for fit. Where's the document?

iamchris · 10-12-2006, 03:16 PM

Lose some weight fatty! :P

DiscoWagon · 10-12-2006, 03:23 PM

Recaro SPG XL, Sparco EVO2

udelslayer · 10-12-2006, 03:28 PM

Bench seats......

trauma11 · 10-12-2006, 03:35 PM

dont know on the seats but used to be 6'1 280 and 40x30, im liking the 6'1, 230, 36x30/32, but anyway, good luck on the seats and yes the 06 seats are a little snug, but comfy, try sti seats

06AWD · 10-12-2006, 04:42 PM

What about stock STi seats? Those muthas are wide.

BTW, if you want 06 TR seats, I have a pair that I took out of my car.

$200. But I'm in New Jersey.

wrxxxrated · 10-12-2006, 05:41 PM

good luck! I am 190 5'11" 48X32...I have the other problem, side support crushes my lats!!

WRXINTX · 10-12-2006, 05:49 PM

MOMO STREET RACER SEATS ARE AWESOME!!!!

here:

http://www.momousa.com/products.php?subcat=24&group=50

I am 6'0, 280lbs (CHUNKY!)

I wear a size 42 pants, and a 52inch chest....

These are universally the most comfortable seats I have ever sat in and I have people set in them who are 130 lbs and they say the same thing!!!

I can't even hardly ride in a mitsu Evo because the seats are too small for me and I get sick because the side bolsters squeeze my kidneys too much!!!

GOOD LUCK!!!
RYNO

WRXINTX · 10-12-2006, 05:52 PM

and a realistic price here for new momo street racer seat

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MOMO-...spagenameZWDVW

nate.the.great · 10-12-2006, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrxxxrated

good luck! I am 190 5'11" 48X32...I have the other problem, side support crushes my lats!!

you only weight 190 pounds, but have a 48" waist?

trauma11 · 10-12-2006, 06:00 PM

im assuming he meant 290

BlackFighter · 01-26-2021, 12:16 PM

Brining this thread back from the dead. Are there any new options for us big boys out there? So far I found SPARCO EVO XL to have 475mm width which should be enough. And the Corbeau EVOLUTION X looks wide enough but did. Any other options. Any reclining options?

Also anyone know if there is a showroom/shop of different seats somewhere near Philly, so I can maybe sit in a few and see how they fit? Thanks

Bansheeboy11 · 01-26-2021, 03:29 PM

Recaro XL and Racetech wide-tall shells fit me well. No other brand shell has shoulder strap holes high enough to work with my torso height. VAC motorsports is a dealer they have seats/cars you can sit in.

Big-E · 01-26-2021, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackFighter

Brining this thread back from the dead. Are there any new options for us big boys out there? So far I found SPARCO EVO XL to have 475mm width which should be enough. And the Corbeau EVOLUTION X looks wide enough but did. Any other options. Any reclining options?

Also anyone know if there is a showroom/shop of different seats somewhere near Philly, so I can maybe sit in a few and see how they fit? Thanks

If not too far from you, Stable Energies Motorsports, 175 Passaic Street, Garfield, New Jersey, 973-773-3177

10-12-2006, 01:22 AM	#1
williaty Scooby Guru Member#: 71092 Join Date: Sep 2004 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Licking County, Ohio Vehicle: 2005 2.5RS Wagon Regal Blue Pearl	Aftermarket Seat for BIG Guy? I have worn through the bolster on the stock seat in my 05 RS. SoA claims it's not their problem and the stealership wants $609 to replace the seat. It's time to explore aftermarket options! I am a BIG guy. I'm 6'1" but only have a 30" inseam, so it's all in my torso (meaning I almost hit the ceiling in the stock seats). I weigh 280lbs and have a 40" waist. Like I said, I'm a BIG guy and the stock seats were kinda tight in the hips. What are my options for aftermarket seats that are wider in the hips/thigh than the stockers and will cost less (tax, title, and out the door) than $609? All the aftermarket seats I've seen so far seem to be targeted at skinny-assed boy racers. I'll be using the seats 80% for in town commuting, 10% for hauling ass through the twisties, 5% for long trips (to get to the twisties), and 5% for autocross. Someone out there has got to have a save! Ty * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

10-12-2006, 01:56 AM	#4
Subie Gal GC84Ever Super Moderator Member#: 301 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: WA Vehicle: 1970 FF-1 & '70 Van 02 WRX/01 RS	sparco evo 2000's maybe? you really should do some measuring and try to find a seat that really suits you www.sparcousa.com go to seats, read a bit about measuring. if you get the chance, try to sit in ... before you buy. best of luck to you Jamie Last edited by Subie Gal; 10-12-2006 at 02:11 AM.

01-26-2021, 12:16 PM	#19
BlackFighter Scooby Specialist Member#: 193940 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Philly Vehicle: 2004 WRX STI Black RalliSpec Shortblock	Brining this thread back from the dead. Are there any new options for us big boys out there? So far I found SPARCO EVO XL to have 475mm width which should be enough. And the Corbeau EVOLUTION X looks wide enough but did. Any other options. Any reclining options? Also anyone know if there is a showroom/shop of different seats somewhere near Philly, so I can maybe sit in a few and see how they fit? Thanks Last edited by BlackFighter; 01-26-2021 at 12:22 PM.

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Newera09 Scooby Specialist Member#: 125294 Join Date: Sep 2006 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: 617	damn we're alsmot twins. IM 6'2" 285lbs, 42 waist and 30"inseam. Try getting some '06 TR seats. Thats what came in mine and they are nice and snug

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trauma11 Scooby Newbie Member#: 121111 Join Date: Jul 2006 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Maine Vehicle: 2006 Impreza 2.5i	dont know on the seats but used to be 6'1 280 and 40x30, im liking the 6'1, 230, 36x30/32, but anyway, good luck on the seats and yes the 06 seats are a little snug, but comfy, try sti seats

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WRXINTX Scooby Specialist Member#: 96712 Join Date: Sep 2005	MOMO STREET RACER SEATS ARE AWESOME!!!! here: http://www.momousa.com/products.php?subcat=24&group=50 I am 6'0, 280lbs (CHUNKY!) I wear a size 42 pants, and a 52inch chest.... These are universally the most comfortable seats I have ever sat in and I have people set in them who are 130 lbs and they say the same thing!!! I can't even hardly ride in a mitsu Evo because the seats are too small for me and I get sick because the side bolsters squeeze my kidneys too much!!! GOOD LUCK!!! RYNO

10-12-2006, 05:52 PM	#16
WRXINTX Scooby Specialist Member#: 96712 Join Date: Sep 2005	and a realistic price here for new momo street racer seat http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MOMO-...spagenameZWDVW

10-12-2006, 06:00 PM	#18
trauma11 Scooby Newbie Member#: 121111 Join Date: Jul 2006 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Maine Vehicle: 2006 Impreza 2.5i	im assuming he meant 290

01-26-2021, 03:29 PM	#20
Bansheeboy11 Scooby Specialist Member#: 182415 Join Date: Jun 2008 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: New York Vehicle: 1999 RS Aspen White	Recaro XL and Racetech wide-tall shells fit me well. No other brand shell has shoulder strap holes high enough to work with my torso height. VAC motorsports is a dealer they have seats/cars you can sit in.