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03-14-2018, 02:10 PM | #1 |
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Right-hand drive parts source - seats?
Anyone know of a viable source for RHD parts, specifically an OEM drivers seat from a part of the world that drives from the right side of the vehicle? I want the adjustability and airbag that I have on the left side of my LHD car to also be available to my passenger on the right side. I would assume that a full-line Subaru parts source in Japan or UK could do this, but don’t know who imports that stuff or I should willing to ship on my dime. Strongly prefer to buy new.
And yes, I know this is going to be expensive. But it is cheaper than a late-model 911 and I really do like my BRZ, so I’m keen to at least try it first. My wife hates the fixed-seat bottom of the passenger seat, so maybe a RHD driver seat will cure that. If not, the BRZ has to go. Thanks for any suggestions or leads! |
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Just read in another thread about this swap/upgrade. I would totally do it, if I came across a seat at the right price. I would expect to pay for shipping on custom imported parts.
Are you serious about the seat being a deal breaker? If so, your car must have come with dual-climate! Cause I have a base model that does not have dual climate, and my wife hates it! Solution: Got her an Acura MDX.
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Having the up/down adjustment on the passenger side would be nice. I didn't even realize it didn't have one until Ultra pointed it out to me.
Doesn't the LHD passenger seat also have the side airbag? |
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Maybe I could just buy the RHD base and lift mechanism and bolt on my existing LHD passenger seat? That would accomplish the same thing. |
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You'll also need to transfer over the seat sensor and the module for the occupant detection system into the new seat, if you want the airbag to work correctly.
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Might just buy the Porsche.
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