Padded knee pads
 

For those of you guys who have, or have installed, the new padded knee pads I've got a few questions.

1. How does it feel?
2. Is there significant amount of padding?
3. Is it worth the money?
4. Would you recommend it?

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1. No real difference.
2. Not really.
3. Yes, JDM points!
4. Most definitely.

Overall, they class up the interior a lot.

I wonder if the JPM coachworks pads are a bit more functional. I want something that will actually be soft.

I made my own knee pad and wrapped it in felt...looks factory and is actualy soft.

1. How does it feel?

Not thick enough. More comfortable than stock. I used to have a sore right knee everytime I drove for over a half hour, now it doesn't bother me.


2. Is there significant amount of padding?

No. It is exactly the same amount of padding as the arm rest on the door. Not enough padding IMO.


3. Is it worth the money?

Ehhhh, not really - I would go with JPM if they are offering padded versions now. The JDM pieces are very expensive. They add a lot to the look of the interior though. Depends how much you think they are worth it to you.

4. Would you recommend it?

I like mine, and I tend to forget about how much I spent on things. It's a minor thing, but better than stock. OEM parts are expensive. Do yourself a favour and check out JPM first.

Thanks for the input guys. I'm not looking for looks, I'm actually looking to get some cushion for my knee. I might just have to figure something else out. :thanks:

These work great too:

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JPM are $136. I have them sitting in the shopping cart right now. Also, if you email them, they may be able to add some extra padding under the material. They are seriously awesome at what they do.

Edit: now that I think about it, may try to get some extra cushion under. That would be nice.

I love the JPM Coachworks Alcantara items. The Knee pads not only look much better but do have some cushion. I think it will all depend on how long you legs are and where you place the seat adjustment to determine if your knee will get the full padding or not. I also got the door speaker covers along with the instrument cover. It makes the car interior much more tactile and they match the factory stitching perfectly. Like all accessories it depends on your priorities and what you can afford to make the car the way you really want it.

I just installed my JPM knee pads yesterday. There is a good amount of padding and it deff helps. Worth it IMO.

hahaahhah :clap:

I installed the JDM knee pads last week. They don't feel soft to the touch, but they are absolutely more comfortable and were at A+ upgrade. I would definitely do it again.

got the knee pads today and cluster from JPM, they're A+++++++++++

I would pay you to make some for me.

am I the only one that does not brush their knees against the knee pads, ever?

I don't either. I bought them purely for aesthetics.

^ same, bought them to match the interior.

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You may not be driving hard enough....on the street there are really no need for them....race AutoX or go to the track for the day....my right knee is no longer sore at the end of the day...but hight and seating differs for eveyone.

Since the 2014 FRS now comes with knee pads and the matching pads for the door speakers, can you buy them from a wholesaler or local Scion dealership?

Yes you can.

Guessing these folks also use seatbelt pads too.

What do you brace your leg against when your tires are squealing in agony around a corner?

I have a 14...Honestly, a lot is made of these knee pads, but they really arent all that soft. Nothing close to the padding that is located on the top of the door skin. Its almost like a wrap over the plastic. Finishes off the interior nicely thou. Just my opinion i know others feel differently. Maybe someone can come up with a thicker application? There seems to be a little pkay room for the wrap on the centre console...somehow thicken up the inside foam? Just ideas.

I use seat belt pads for sweaty gym purposes. Rather wash the pads than wipe down my seat belt of sweat. I like the position of the belt, does not cut into my neck or anything of the sorts. I actually found the pads annoying on my 8 hour drive, got used to them eventually but was not the most comfortable thing. (first time ever using them)

my foot on the floor, I have taken corners hard, not AutoX hard though...so that may be it.

Well I keep my left foot on the dead pedal and when I corner hard i brace it against the door (which i thought is how everyone does it). Don't know how you brace with foot flat on floor

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How tall are you?

Try driving for 23 hours and tell me you wouldn't appreciate a little padding for your knees...

I am 5'9", 165 lbs and my knee does not even come close to touching the knee pad. I do not gangsta lean in the car either, it is just the most comforatable position for me. Optimal seating in a car for me, arms extended, wrists able to sit on top of the steering wheel, legs not too extended. Second to last click in the seat rail is perfect for me.

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I sit upright enough that i got made fun of in highscho. And today i paid attention and i also brace my right leg against the center when cornering hard left even with throttle epressed.

I am 6'1" and no matter how I sit, my leg touches the knee pad. It takes a certain amount of effort to purposely not touch it. The JDM knee pads were an A+ upgrade for me. :thumbup:

Well, it was not worth it for me. My knees hit it right in the corner and the JPM's did not do much to alleviate since there isn't going to be much padding in the corner. It does help *some* but not at the cost for me.

The armrest, OTOH, is unbelievably good. Yes, even with minimal padding and at twice the money. I should have installed that first before deciding if I'll need the kneepads now that I'm more 'comfortable'.