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New Seat

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by notlaw, Mar 30, 2015.

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  1. Mar 30, 2015 #1
    notlaw

    notlaw Bobtail Member

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    My company says that if I want to upgrade seats, then it's on my own dime. Is this the same for most companies or do some companies pay for their driver's seat upgrades?
     
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  3. Mar 30, 2015 #2
    SlowPoke44magnum

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    Depends on the company and the condition of the seat. I've had a seat replaced but the seat was flat wore out. If it's serviceable, good luck.
     
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  4. Mar 30, 2015 #3
    pattyj

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    Notlaw what's wrong with the seat you have?Seats aren't cheap don't know of any company that will give u a new seat unless like post#2 says,its wore out.
     
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  5. Mar 30, 2015 #4
    EZ Money

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    Most will replace the bottom cushion if it is wore out but to buy an upgraded seat figure on buying your own.
    I have a new Legacy low pro.....best 500 bucks I ever spent!

    If you buy a seat make sure to measure the mounting holes.....it is not the same in every truck.
     
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  7. Mar 30, 2015 #5
    notlaw

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    Thanks guys. My back is in rough shape, looking for a seat that can improve the angle of my posture
     
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  8. Mar 30, 2015 #6
    icsheeple

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    Can you just swap for the passenger seat? How's the passenger seat look?
     
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  9. Mar 30, 2015 #7
    notlaw

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    It's not the condition of the seat as much as it is the arrangement of the seat itself. I am wondering if there are any subsidies / programs out there that would cover the purchase of a health-oriented seat?
     
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  10. Mar 30, 2015 #8
    MJ1657

    MJ1657 Road Train Member

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    Subsidies/programs? That's a joke right?
     
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  11. Mar 30, 2015 #9
    bad-luck

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    Just my 2 cents here but if i were you i don't think i would push the issue with your company that you have a bad back or health issues. You may become a liability at that point. Gobto a dealer and check out what they have on display. And buy one on yourself
     
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  12. Mar 30, 2015 #10
    IH Truck Guy

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