CTPhil 53 #1 Posted July 20, 2015 I need a seat for my '69 Raider 12. I think I've figured out what the original was, but I have questions. The original was apparently a frame to which a seat pad and separate backrest pad was bolted, is that correct? If I had such a frame, what are the possibilities of getting brand new cushion parts? If there are no pads available new, and I wanted to just use a generic seat, would you just bolt it to the fender pan, or would a seat base from another model, (which could give the functionality of tipping or sliding the seat, plus elevating it a little), be a good way to go? If so, what model(s)? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #2 Posted July 20, 2015 Ride and function, I've used a lot of $69 seats from TSC. Usually on the shelf.http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/high-back-mower-seat-black Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTPhil 53 #3 Posted July 20, 2015 LOL, thanks. As usual I'm overthinking it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,018 #4 Posted July 20, 2015 This seat from TSC is very comfy and adjustable. I always mount them on u shaped seat springs I get out of a scrap yard 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #5 Posted July 20, 2015 This seat from TSC is very comfy and adjustable. I always mount them on u shaped seat springs I get out of a scrap yard Lots of "good leftovers" at our local yard. Picked up a nice Simplicity Landlord project for the grandsons. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTPhil 53 #6 Posted July 21, 2015 I had thought about springs like that...hmmm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #7 Posted July 21, 2015 I had thought about springs like that...hmmm... Our local salvage yard brings in plenty of lawn / garden tractors.Always bad seats but, the springs are fine. Wire wheel 'n paint'll do the trick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTPhil 53 #8 Posted July 21, 2015 I think I have the makings of a plan... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #9 Posted July 21, 2015 I think I have the makings of a plan... Great! Share? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTPhil 53 #10 Posted July 21, 2015 (edited) Pretty much what you and squonk suggested, a pair of U shaped springs and aftermarket seat. If I ever run across an original seat in great condition, I might grab it, but until then I think the springs and aftermarket seat will work fine and look good too. Edited July 21, 2015 by CTPhil Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
