Evora S1 - possible to rake the seats backwards a little?

[electro_boy]

I was wondering if the Evora S1 seats could be a bit more comfy if they were raked back a bit and provided a bit more support under the thighs.  I did a little searching around on this forum and I've seen some posts about seat brackets for the carbon seats made for the newer cars but didn't anything about the older S1 cars.

Has anyone done this mod to their car?  Did it improve the comfort?  Are there any aftermarket brackets available for this?    any info much appreciated ... 

 

[Bravo73]

If you take the seats out of the car, you might find that the runners are supported by washers or spacers. Playing around with these might increase the rake. 

If not, adding a few washers or a spacer to the front bolts might give you the rake that you’re after. However, be aware that you’ve got to leave yourself enough threads to secure the seat properly. 

[Bruss]

Added ally spacers and longer bolts under the front. Makes all the difference to under thigh support.

[electro_boy]

Ah awesome a nice simple mod, I like that! 

Bruss do you know roughly how big spacers you added at the front?

I’ll pop along to B&Q and get a pack of washers to stack under there. But no idea what’s the ball park I’m aiming for? 5mm / 10mm / more? 

[Bruss]

Can't remember now but I can check on Saturday. Meanwhile I think it was 10mm, possibly more, definitely not less.

[mik]

Surprised to read this - I find the S1 recaro's some of the comfiest car seats I have ever sat in.

[electro_boy]

Thanks Bruss that’s good enough for me just needed a rough idea of spacer size.  

Mik, I do find the seats very comfy, one of the best car seats I’ve sat in.  I’ve spent 4 hours straight in the drivers seat and had no comfort issues... but I think they can be improved with a bit extra thigh support.   

[mik]

Fair enough Jairaj. 😊