seats

[bhudson]

There are some very good race seats for less than the price of a set of tires. Don't skimp on the seat.

[benspeed]

Yep - cruise some of the racing sites - you can get a decent used seat for under $100. I got a Kirkey aluminum seat with the head and shoulder bolt on restraints for $75. Just make sure there isn't a bunch of holes already drilled into the seat or you'll need to weld some new reinforcement in place.

[joeg]

I think those Polyethylene seats are fine. I used them for ages in my ice racer. Plenty safe.

However, I think you will be disappointed in their lateral support, so you may want to reconsider.

[reeceracing]

It's good for your speedboat. IMO. Race car..... no.

[Joe Camilleri]

Remember, the side G forces in drag racing are usually nil. Those seats have little to hold your upper body/shoulders in place. The cheapest Kirkey seat would be better for road racing.

[Knestis]

I feel VERY strongly that the seat is probably the most important piece of safety equipment in our cars. We worry about harnesses but all they do is hold us in the, uh, SEAT.

K

[Gibson]

Just bought a good used aluminum Kirkey. Thanks for all the good advice.