Aftermarket replacement seats...

[Jeff-C175 7,207]

I REALLY need a new seat for my machine.

 

Northern Tool has a couple A&I brand that look like the bolt pattern is correct.

 

My 175 has 7.5" W X 7" D bolt pattern.

 

Has anyone used either the low or mid back seats from A&I ?  Any good?  Fit with no trouble? etc...

 

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/category_a-i

 

[rmaynard 16,595]

I use the Michigan Seat V-3500 from Northern. It is identical to the original Wheel Horse seat but without the logo. Bolt pattern is correct.

 

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_7687_7687

 

 

[Lane Ranger 11,637]

Same as Bob Maynard says here and they are a well made seat!

[squonk 44,679]

I like the Super Whoopie seats instead of the std. replacement seat if it's a worker. If I'm planting my kiester on something that's going to shake rattle and roll all summer I want it comfy. I tried a cheaper seat once and boy was I miserable. (OK more miserable than I all ready am.) If it doesn't bolt on I make a plate or bracket so it does. I  like the adjustable models so your not sitting on the steering wheel and I use seat springs to get them off of the fender pan.

 

Edited May 26, 2013 by squonk

[rmaynard 16,595]

I 2nd that Mike. Most of mine are show queens, but the next seat I buy for the worker is going to have some comfort built (as well as a cup holder). :)

[squonk 44,679]

I'm looking for one that has a doughnut  holder. Might have to build it myself!

[papaglide 542]

Mike, I agree. Where did you get that seat from? Did you have to modify it at all? My 416 is begging for a at with armrests!

[squonk 44,679]

I got it at TSC about 3 years ago. If I remember right it bolted right on. The tractor all ready had springs on the fender pan.

[varosd 1,185]

Mike:     Hmmmmm,  Where is the left arm rest?   Is that your bail out side????!!!???  

 

 

I also like your rottenecard: reminds me of a button a friend of mine had back in the 80"s:  "you don't love me anymore since I ate your dog"

[Jeff-C175 7,207]

Thanks guys, I ordered the 3500 ...

 

Maybe I can cut the logo out of the original seat and glue it onto the new one! 

[squonk 44,679]

Mike:     Hmmmmm,  Where is the left arm rest?   Is that your bail out side????!!!???  

 

 

I also like your rottenecard: reminds me of a button a friend of mine had back in the 80"s:  "you don't love me anymore since I ate your dog"

The left armrest is there. You might not be able to see it because I have been having trouble with the switch for the cloaking device on the tractor.   Darn Romulans! They sell the cheapest crap!

[546cowboy 302]

Seems like every one I get needs a new seat. I have been getting mine from a local farm store and the cover is made out of some kind of rubber? that will last forever without cracking or splitting. I like the higher backed seats but the last few times I've been there they only have the low backs and at $49.95 well worth it. Here is a picture of one on a 1848 I sold this year.

[Tankman 3,523]

 

Seems like every one I get needs a new seat. I have been getting mine from a local farm store and the cover is made out of some kind of rubber? that will last forever without cracking or splitting. I like the higher backed seats but the last few times I've been there they only have the low backs and at $49.95 well worth it. Here is a picture of one on a 1848 I sold this year.

Same seat I've been using. Pick 'em up at Tractor Supply, on sale currently.

Bolt patterns, many. Steel pan = durability.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/high-back-steel-pan-lawn-tractor-seat

[Jeff-C175 7,207]

UPS delivered new seat today.  She's looking good!  Back not quite as high as the original, but that don't bother me none.

 

I know I owe you guys some pics... camera is charging.

 

There a couple pics in Gallery "1980 C-175 " anyone wants to see seat installed.