Seat Modification

[PT1961]

HI. I was wondering if anyone knows if the Prius seat can be adapted or if a more electronic seat can be installed offering moe flexibility in the seat control, change of seat position,lumbar support, etc???? I have some back problems and I am worried about the comfort of the seat over a long time and wondered how the comfort was for people who may be used to a much more adjustable seat. Ann

[nyprius]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Ann @ Jun 8 2006, 07:50 AM) [snapback]267784[/snapback]</div>

HI. I was wondering if anyone knows if the Prius seat can be adapted or if a more electronic seat can be installed offering moe flexibility in the seat control, change of seat position,lumbar support, etc???? I have some back problems and I am worried about the comfort of the seat over a long time and wondered how the comfort was for people who may be used to a much more adjustable seat. Ann
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Ann, if you do a search under Prius Modifications, there are lots of threads about seat issues. Some people removed the stock seats and installed fancy seats that can be adjusted in many ways. I forget the name of the seat. But you'd find it in other threads. Good luck, Frank

[aaf709]

You're thinking of the Recaro seats.

Here's a good thread to look at.

[finman]

Power lumbar has helped our seats greatly!

http://66.70.95.71/heaters/heaters.asp

OR

http://www.darelldd.com/ev/ (under Prius Hybrid/mods)

It makes a HUGE difference to get some lower back support.

Enjoy!

Curt.

[darelldd]

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http://www.darelldd.com/ev/ (under Prius Hybrid/mods)
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Directly, here: http://www.darelldd.com/ev/prius_seat_heat.htm

And I agree that it makes a VERY welcome addition in comfort without having to lose the side air bags. I'd still rather have Recaros in my car, but these were sure easier and cheaper.