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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 05:33 PM
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Default Tall driver - any extra length?

Only way I can get enough leg room is to have the seat a bit too low, due to way the power seat moves in vertical plane to get length. Anyone modify tracks or another method for some more leg room?
(I have already moved the pedals fully down also)
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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Default RE: Tall driver - any extra length?

I don't mean to insult you, but if you did not fit in the car comfortably why did you buy it? Try looking for an auto upholstery shop in your area.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 08:56 AM
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Well, since you don't intend to be insulting, merely smarmy, note that since I bought the car I have not only aged a few years but had a motorcycle accident that changes how seats feel. I can reasonably accomodate myself in a car I bought and keep because I love it, but thought perhaps a useful answer might be available.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 12:11 PM
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Default RE: Tall driver - any extra length?

Try leaning back more on the Back of the Seat by slantingit as back as possible. I tried that and it works
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 12:50 PM
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Sorry to read about your bike accident. See if there is a shop in your area that does convertables, sun roofes etc. A friend of mine had a vega ( yes, vega) he had his rails moved back for more room this was New York.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 04:08 PM
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Default RE: Tall driver - any extra length?

Take a look at this site. They sellthe Arden Seat Rail Extensions for Driver Seat.

http://www.germanmotoring.com/produc...l_interior.php

 
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Old Jul 16, 2008 | 06:02 AM
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Good one 03,go figure you need to go to German Auto Parts to get Jag parts. Is nothing sacred anymore?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2008 | 08:19 AM
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Thanks 03!!! probably costs an arm and a leg or 2, but it will help this old guy a lot....you da man
 
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