presumably the best bet is a pair of new seat reclining mechanisms as any s/h parts could be similar?
Play in seat reclining?
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Play in seat reclining?
Both my seats can have the backrest moved several inches forward in loose travel when empty. is this normal? I know the passengers side is probably knackered as it 'auto reclines' when not in use
presumably the best bet is a pair of new seat reclining mechanisms as any s/h parts could be similar?
presumably the best bet is a pair of new seat reclining mechanisms as any s/h parts could be similar?
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Re: Play in seat reclining?
Definitely not normal - and possibly a point for failure at MOT time.
You've just reminded me that I have a recline mechanism here that I need to strip and refurb (if possible) for a tech. article.
You've just reminded me that I have a recline mechanism here that I need to strip and refurb (if possible) for a tech. article.
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Re: Play in seat reclining?
is it as simple as it looks to swap out? those two bolts?
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Re: Play in seat reclining?
fitz wrote:is it as simple as it looks to swap out? those two bolts?
Not quite - see this thread for hints : http://www.lotusexcel.net/phpbb/viewtop ... f=8&t=3863
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Re: Play in seat reclining?
ah well can only hope! thanks for the link, will have a go soon!
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