Jump to content

I Installed Driver Seat Lift Kit. WOW!

Ridgerunner30

Recommended Posts

Badnewcastle Enthusiast

Badnewcastle

Posted
Posted

Ordered and installed this kit on Friday. It's awesome, I can see so much more now. Plus, the wife can drive the truck now as she was too short to see over the steering wheel/dash.

bass mechanic Enthusiast

bass mechanic

Posted
Posted

im 5'8" and i always have my seat at low as it can go in every car i've ever owned.

my head is pretty much in the middle height wise of the w/s

Ridgerunner30 Enthusiast

Ridgerunner30

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Ordered and installed this kit on Friday. It's awesome, I can see so much more now. Plus, the wife can drive the truck now as she was too short to see over the steering wheel/dash.

I have about 1000 miles driven with the seat lift kit installed and I love the seating position of my truck now. Before the seat lift kit came along, I was ready to go to a junk yard and buy an electric seat to get the seating position I like. I guess many people like the low sitting position of the manual seat... but not me.

Badnewcastle Enthusiast

Badnewcastle

Posted
Posted

I have about 1000 miles driven with the seat lift kit installed and I love the seating position of my truck now. Before the seat lift kit came along, I was ready to go to a junk yard and buy an electric seat to get the seating position I like. I guess many people like the low sitting position of the manual seat... but not me.

 

I'm with ya.

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted

I have about 1000 miles driven with the seat lift kit installed and I love the seating position of my truck now. Before the seat lift kit came along, I was ready to go to a junk yard and buy an electric seat to get the seating position I like. I guess many people like the low sitting position of the manual seat... but not me.

 

I'm with ya.

With yall all the way. My seat is probably 3/4 way up. But I make up for it by leaning back a lot lol

  • 2 years later...
njlungbuster New Member

njlungbuster

Posted
Posted

I know this is an old post and I'm a 100% new member, but I had to comment. I was actually turned on to the lift kit by seat solutions by a salesman at a dealership I was talking to. I had been specifically looking for a used 2500 with a power seat because I had driven a manual and wasn't happy with the seat height(I'm only 5'4"). The truck this dealership had online didn't have any pictures because they had just gotten it in so I asked for them to send me some. Turns out that it had a manual seat and that's what got us talking about why the power seat was a must for me. He actually came across this thread and told me about it. Little did he know he basically talked me out of buying that truck because not knowing about the seat kit, I was settling for a truck with much higher miles but with a power seat. This info opened me up to significantly more trucks in my budget and I found my new truck this past week. 2016 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Already got the kit ordered and I'm looking forward to installing it hopefully this week. Thanks to you guys on this forum, I saved a few thousand bucks and got a newer truck with less miles. Thanks! dddb94c1e34d0b5ce0fbd1e792a28f98.jpg

 

Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

  • 10 months later...
Ddavyd22 Enthusiast

Ddavyd22

Posted
Posted
On 9/24/2017 at 9:24 AM, njlungbuster said:

I know this is an old post and I'm a 100% new member, but I had to comment. I was actually turned on to the lift kit by seat solutions by a salesman at a dealership I was talking to. I had been specifically looking for a used 2500 with a power seat because I had driven a manual and wasn't happy with the seat height(I'm only 5'4"). The truck this dealership had online didn't have any pictures because they had just gotten it in so I asked for them to send me some. Turns out that it had a manual seat and that's what got us talking about why the power seat was a must for me. He actually came across this thread and told me about it. Little did he know he basically talked me out of buying that truck because not knowing about the seat kit, I was settling for a truck with much higher miles but with a power seat. This info opened me up to significantly more trucks in my budget and I found my new truck this past week. 2016 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Already got the kit ordered and I'm looking forward to installing it hopefully this week. Thanks to you guys on this forum, I saved a few thousand bucks and got a newer truck with less miles. Thanks! dddb94c1e34d0b5ce0fbd1e792a28f98.jpg

 

Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

I see that most everyone here is unhappy with their seat height. I have a 2018 GMC Sierra with manual seat and just purchased the seat solutions seat lift kit. https://m.ebay.com/itm/Drivers-Seat-Lift-Kit-2018-Silverado-GMC-Sierra-Truck-how-to-raise-your-seat-/302818198861?oid=302757979628 I must say, it raises the seat quite a bit and makes a huge difference, but is it me or does anyone else feel that it may be a tad bit too high now? I mean perhaps it takes some getting use to and it is definitely better than before, but I wasn’t sure. Besides that the quality of the product is great and I definitely have better visibility! Unfortunately, I was told that it couldn’t be made any lower because the bolts would touch. Just wanted some feedback about how you all personally feel about the product. 

626F6147-AC4F-4C21-A57E-1C1133CD2639.png

  • 9 months later...
JayTrailBoss Enthusiast

JayTrailBoss

Posted
Posted
On 3/28/2015 at 2:52 PM, Ridgerunner30 said:

I purchased a driver's seat lift kit for my 2015 2500HD from Seat-Solutions on Ebay. This is a major improvement for the seating postion of the manual driver's seat. The kit is very good quality powder coated steel and was very easy to install. I am really happy that Seat-Solutions started building a seat lift kit for the new trucks. The kit raises the seat 1 5/8" which is the same lift the electric seat provides.

 

When I bought my truck last September I decided not to spend the money for the electric seat. I recognized that the seat sitting position was low and uncomfortable but I thought I would get accustomed to the sitting position. But I have remained very unhappy with position of the seat in my new truck.

 

The difference in the comfort of the higher seat position is amazing. This is one of the best upgrades I have ever done to a truck.

 

I have no affiliation with Seat-Solutions. I am just a happy customer.

I am in the same boat with my new 2019 silverado trail boss. was it easy to do? Did you do it yourself? Any tips? Thank you!

Ddavyd22 Enthusiast

Ddavyd22

Posted
Posted

10 minute install at most. Drastic improvement. 2018 GMC Sierra Elevation 

Mark Trail New Member

Mark Trail

Posted
Posted
On 7/25/2018 at 9:50 AM, Ddavyd22 said:

I see that most everyone here is unhappy with their seat height. I have a 2018 GMC Sierra with manual seat and just purchased the seat solutions seat lift kit. https://m.ebay.com/itm/Drivers-Seat-Lift-Kit-2018-Silverado-GMC-Sierra-Truck-how-to-raise-your-seat-/302818198861?oid=302757979628 I must say, it raises the seat quite a bit and makes a huge difference, but is it me or does anyone else feel that it may be a tad bit too high now? I mean perhaps it takes some getting use to and it is definitely better than before, but I wasn’t sure. Besides that the quality of the product is great and I definitely have better visibility! Unfortunately, I was told that it couldn’t be made any lower because the bolts would touch. Just wanted some feedback about how you all personally feel about the product. 

626F6147-AC4F-4C21-A57E-1C1133CD2639.png

I am 6' 1" in my 2019 and feel low in that seat. It is nice that there is an option like this out there.

Nitrousbird Enthusiast

Nitrousbird

Posted
Posted

Are children driving these trucks?  I wouldn't mind it if these seats were lower.

fondupot Senior Enthusiast

fondupot

Posted
Posted

I found this thread last week and ordered up the bracket for my "new to me" 2016 Silverado WT. Manual seats all around. I was really uncomfortable in the seats and was always trying to prop myself up to sit up higher.

 

I just got the kit today and installed it in about 20 minutes. Hopped in and was amazed the difference 1.5" makes. Its a drastic improvement in seat comfort. Worth the $100. 5 stars all around.

  • 9 months later...
Bruce ferland New Member

Bruce ferland

Posted
Posted
On 3/28/2015 at 2:52 PM, Ridgerunner30 said:

I purchased a driver's seat lift kit for my 2015 2500HD from Seat-Solutions on Ebay. This is a major improvement for the seating postion of the manual driver's seat. The kit is very good quality powder coated steel and was very easy to install. I am really happy that Seat-Solutions started building a seat lift kit for the new trucks. The kit raises the seat 1 5/8" which is the same lift the electric seat provides.

 

When I bought my truck last September I decided not to spend the money for the electric seat. I recognized that the seat sitting position was low and uncomfortable but I thought I would get accustomed to the sitting position. But I have remained very unhappy with position of the seat in my new truck.

 

The difference in the comfort of the higher seat position is amazing. This is one of the best upgrades I have ever done to a truck.

 

I have no affiliation with Seat-Solutions. I am just a happy customer.

 

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.

  • Forum Statistics

    250.5k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts

  • Member Statistics

    342,912
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    RangerRick17
    Newest Member
    RangerRick17
    Joined

  • Who's Online   5 Members, 1 Anonymous, 600 Guests (See full list)

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • newdude
      Gasser Subforum Has Been Quiet - - So, Regenerative Braking and Using L10

      By newdude · Posted

      No such thing as regenerative braking on a pure ICE vehicle.     Regenerative braking is the re-capture of energy from electric motors and stores it in the battery pack.  So hybrids, PHEV and EVs have regenerative braking.     What you are seeing is the charging system changing modes is all.  Its likely entering charge mode for some sort of reason is all.  All of the charging modes will be listed below.   As for L10 vs D.  L10 turns off automatic grade braking.  L10 puts you in control of grade downshifts where in D it will automatically do it based on brake pedal position and other factors.  Otherwise L10 and D drive exactly the same aside from that one aspect.    Battery Sulfation Mode The BCM will enter this mode when the interpreted Generator output voltage is less than 13.2 V for 45 minutes. When this condition exists the BCM will enter Charge Mode for 2–3 minutes. The BCM will then determine which mode to enter depending on voltage requirements.   Charge Mode The BCM will enter Charge Mode when ever one of the following conditions are met:   Windshield wipers are ON for more than 3 s. Climate Control Voltage Boost Mode Request is true, as sensed by the HVAC control module via serial data. High speed cooling fan, rear defogger, and HVAC high speed blower operation can cause the BCM to enter the Charge Mode. The estimated battery temperature is less than 0°C (32°F). Battery State of Charge is less than 80%. Vehicle speed is greater than 145 km/h (90 mph) A current sensor malfunction exists. System voltage is determined to be below 12.56 V When any one of these conditions is met, the system will set targeted generator output voltage to a charging voltage between 13.9–15.5 V, depending on the battery state of charge and estimated battery temperature.   Fuel Economy Mode The BCM will enter Fuel Economy Mode when the estimated battery temperature is at least 0°C (32°F) but less than or equal to 80°C (176°F), the calculated battery current is less than 15 A and greater than −8 A, and the battery state-of-charge is greater than or equal to 80%. Its targeted generator output voltage is the open circuit voltage of the battery and can be between 12.5–13.1 V. When fuel economy mode is active, the generator is not charging, only maintaining open circuit battery voltage. The BCM will exit this mode and enter Charge Mode when any of the conditions described above are present.   Headlamp Mode The BCM will enter Headlamp Mode when ever the head lamps are ON (high or low beams). Voltage will be regulated between 13.9–14.5 V.   Start Up Mode When the engine is started the BCM sets a targeted generator output voltage of 14.5 V for 30 s.   Tow/Haul Mode (if applicable) Pressing the Tow/Haul Mode button located on the center stack, the vehicle system voltage is raised and the remote (non-vehicle) battery will be charged. Having the headlamps on will raise the system voltage and if the Tow/Haul button is applied it will not serve any purpose. The voltage is regulated between 13.9-14.5 V.      
    • jaszr2
      Active Grille Delete

      By jaszr2 · Posted

      Hello from Australia Just sharing that there is now a way to delete the active shutters entirely with just a plug in module. Opens up tons of room to light bars etc.
    • jake111
      Gasser Subforum Has Been Quiet - - So, Regenerative Braking and Using L10

      By jake111 · Posted

      I have an observation and a question... 1) I watch the voltage closely because I have had to dial in the cut-in/cut-out voltages of the battery separator to my camper.  The "smart" charging drives me nuts.  Anyway, I noticed that when coasting for a while, and especially if lightly using the brakes (though not necessary), the voltage goes up from mid/high-13 volts to mid/high-14 volts.  Then it drops back down after stopping or going again.  Consistently!   The only explanation I can come up with is REGENERATIVE BRAKING!  Well, maybe that's a little bit of an exaggeration, but it's certainly free extra battery charging.   2) Driving on mountain roads I will use L and vary the max gear.  Things straighten out and I end up in L10.  Sometimes I leave it there for a while.  Is there any difference between L10 and D?   
    • devonthegreat
      anyone interested in a 2002 Chevy Silverado 4x4 parts truck NYC

      By devonthegreat · Posted

      **SOLD** Please end or delete post. thank you
    • PBNB
      Tire pressure for 37s

      By PBNB · Posted

      Do you think this width might affect the chalk test with a higher pressure closer to 65psi? I think lowering the pressure makes sense to get the tread to lay flatter

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...