Simviation Forum - installing racing seats bmw

Apr 18^th, 2008 at 6:56pm

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Does anyone have any idea how I'd go about putting in some racing seats? My back can't take another long journey with my current seats and i've checked out a couple of seats that are quite comfortable.
Having done a search I cant actually find out the info I need.
that being, will I need a subframe and B will this set off the warning lights on my OBC and need a factory reset?
cheers guys.

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Reply #1 - Apr 18^th, 2008 at 7:10pm

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They're not cheap Craig.. Shocked

http://www.andysautosport.com/bmw/1999_2003_3_series/interior/seats/racing_seats...

Hope I've got the year right for your model..

As for the original question, I'd say if you don't need a frame, you'll at least need a new seat belt set up, so I'd say you'd need some sort of tweak in your electronics regarding the tensioner etc.

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Reply #2 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:35am

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I've got a 94 model mate but thank you.
I've found a set on ebay for £60. Same as the ones in halfords that I tried. However the company dont provide the subframe which is the big reason I ask.
The seat belt should be okay, but it may need disconnecting to get the seats in. I know if that happens it'll set the computer off.

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Reply #3 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 2:49pm

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Which model of the BMW do you have Craig?

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Reply #4 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 3:22pm

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Craig. wrote on Apr 18^th, 2008 at 6:56pm:

My back can't take another long journey with my current seats

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Reply #5 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 3:29pm

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318ti 1994

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Reply #6 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:19pm

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this may be of some use to you then:
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Reply #7 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:21pm

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cheers mate, only thing is those seem to be sub frames for that specific make of racing seat.?

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Reply #8 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:24pm

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Craig. wrote on Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:21pm:

cheers mate, only thing is those seem to be sub frames for that specific make of racing seat.?

I'm sure there would be away of adapting them to any type of racing seat though, would it be worth giving them a call during the day to see if its possible to?

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Reply #9 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 5:33pm

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No harm in trying. I'll phone monday morning before work.
Cheers:)

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Reply #10 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 6:51pm

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I've thought about this Craig and it's a bit of an afterthought, but may I ask why you feel a racing seat will help you with your back problem? They're very uncomfortable (hard) when used for long periods of driving and are also quite restrictive to an everyday driver.
Have you tried adjusting the lumbar support on your existing seat?

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Reply #11 - Apr 19^th, 2008 at 7:08pm

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I've tried everything including a pillow, the simple fact is BMW 3 series are just not made for comfort. My cousins 04 330I is exactly the same. In general its not just the back but the comfort aswell. I've found a couple of seats that are actually fairly well cushioned, certainly more than the current seats. I want to give them a go before I take the next step and thats buying a new car, because I am doing more and more long distances and motorway driving, and I'd like to be able to walk when I get to my destination. Cry

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