New Seats for the Thunderbus (1 Viewer)

[jaymar]

The XXL really is needed for the Troopy’s high roof. It’s perfect. I ordered the 80 brackets because I wanted to see how the XXL’s would fit in either truck. But the XXL’s are just too tall for the 80 series. I think I’m going with the Traveler LR so I can have the flip up seat option. The Traveler or Vario are great fit for 80 series.

Define too tall. Clearance to roof with headrest down vs up, your height and noggin clearance, console or seat-to-seat clearance, etc.? Thx!

 

[jomelo]

Define too tall. Clearance to roof with headrest down vs up, your height and noggin clearance, console or seat-to-seat clearance, etc.? Thx!

The Vario XXL just looks odd in the 80 series because of the extended height of the backrest. The seat itself does not cause the individual to sit higher, it’s just the overal seat proportions. The backrest is the only difference on the XXL model. The standard seat will sit perfect.

 

[jaymar]

The Vario XXL just looks odd in the 80 series because of the extended height of the backrest. The seat itself does not cause the individual to sit higher, it’s just the overal seat proportions. The backrest is the only difference on the XXL model. The standard seat will sit perfect.

Thx. Hows the seat and mount clearance on the inside? Room for an 8” #013 Tuffy console there? Armrest clearance issues?

 

[jomelo]

Thx. Hows the seat and mount clearance on the inside? Room for an 8” #013 Tuffy console there? Armrest clearance issues?

I’ll defer to @Bjorn Ogderlund for some installed pics and measurements. I only installed mine for a test fit before I put them in the other truck. I have a regular height seat back set coming.

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

@Bjorn Ogderlund - Did you gain any legroom with the new seats and bases? If so, how much more legroom would you say you have now?

Don't know that I gained any legroom. But I'm pretty sure I didn't lose any. The seats are in and my old seats are gone so measuring them is a moot point. They feel great, my big frame and monkey legs fit well. It seems as though the butt padding is slightly taller. My head's nearer the roof. Only slightly.

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

I read this and thought WTF is he putting film on leather seats for?!

Then got the reference and I'm 45, so I do know what film was.

Arrrgh. I be olde. That is freaking funny!

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

Thx. Hows the seat and mount clearance on the inside? Room for an 8” #013 Tuffy console there? Armrest clearance issues?

Gimme a bit. I'll get you the shots.

 

[projectcruiser]

I have XXL Scheel-Mann seats in my 80.

I don't think they're too tall.

 

[projectcruiser]

Don't know that I gained any legroom. But I'm pretty sure I didn't lose any. The seats are in and my old seats are gone so measuring them is a moot point. They feel great, my big frame and monkey legs fit well. It seems as though the butt padding is slightly taller. My head's nearer the roof. Only slightly.

We gained legroom with the Scheel-Mann sliders paired with Planted brackets. Both of us are over 6 foot so it is nice.

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

@Bjorn Ogderlund - Did you gain any legroom with the new seats and bases? If so, how much more legroom would you say you have now?

So here are some added pics. Full forward, full back, room for larger center console, distance from shift box etc. etc.

 

[jaymar]

I’ll defer to @Bjorn Ogderlund for some installed pics and measurements. I only installed mine for a test fit before I put them in the other truck. I have a regular height seat back set coming.

Be good to see that too when installed, for comparison.

 

[jaymar]

I have XXL Scheel-Mann seats in my 80.

I don't think they're too tall. View attachment 1923873

Which model?

 

[jaymar]

So here are some added pics. Full forward, full back, room for larger center console, distance from shift box etc. etc.View attachment 1923881View attachment 1923899View attachment 1923884View attachment 1923887View attachment 1923888

Which model seats?

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

Which model seats?

Mine are the Traveller Fs.

 

[projectcruiser]

Which model?

Vario XXL with heaters and cameira wool.

 

[alia176]

how do you fellas determine which model seats to go with, especially with sigh un-seen and un-seated trial?

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

how do you fellas determine which model seats to go with, especially with sigh un-seen and un-seated trial?

I live close to the manufacturer's rep and could literally sit in the seats at his office. But it's in Portland. So maybe you could find him at an Overland event somewhere near NM? Or maybe drop him a line, and he could get you in touch with some Scheel-Mann owners in NM.

 

[landcruiserjoe]

Those bucket seats are now on my Bucket list. I opted to spend my hard earned on the paint first. Toyota “Black Cherry”

 

[Bjorn Ogderlund]

Those bucket seats are now on my Bucket list. I opted to spend my hard earned on the paint first. Toyota “Black Cherry”

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Thats a good looking 80!

 

[TonyP]

Apparently @wardharris is a dealer for these now?
I just emailed Toby asking about them for my Troopy and he mentioned that.
So there's the guy to go through.
Group buy?!