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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 02:43 PM
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My seats rock forward when braking? Is this typical, and is it something that can be adjusted. Or am I SOL?
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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 02:46 PM
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My seat rocks in place, it doesn't actually slide forward, if that's what you mean... It's a common problem.
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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 02:54 PM
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Yes, that is what I mean. Is there any way to fix it? Thanks for the input!
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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 02:55 PM
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http://corvetteactioncenter.com/kb/q....php?qstId=277

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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 03:57 PM
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$437.40 for the replacement from http://www.gmpartsdirect.com
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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 04:21 PM
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I would first ensure your seat's bolted down tightly.
You have 4 bolts holding the seat frame to the floorboard, and another 4 bolts holding the seat to the frame.

You'll likely have to take the seat out to access the bolts holding the seat to the frame. They're on the under side of the seat.




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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 04:52 PM
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same prob. why anyone would spend another $400 for another defective seat?
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Old Oct 13, 2003 | 04:48 AM
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mine was covered under waranty
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 01:04 AM
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Default Re: seat rocking??? (OJ250)

I had another seat problem that was covered under warranty and when I got the car back, the seat would rock intermittenly. Then all of a sudden, about three months ago, it stopped rocking. I'm not sure what happened but I'm sure glad that it went away. :yesnod:
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 10:01 AM
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There's NO quick/temp fix for say $20 rather than $400+...?

Yikes... :eek: Mine only does it depending on the exact adjustment
that seat currently has.

:crazy: :rolleyes:
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 02:15 PM
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I checked and the seat is bolted down as tight as it can be. The local dealership wants an arm and a leg. I guess I will have to deal with it :mad ! Thanks for the input!
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 02:31 PM
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There's NO quick/temp fix for say $20 rather than $400+...?
:crazy: :rolleyes:
The first person to come up with one will be a very wealthy man:D
until then, we are stuck with the rocking or the large bill.... :cry
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 06:10 PM
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The first person to come up with one will be a very wealthy man:D
until then, we are stuck with the rocking or the large bill.... :cry
I use the 4x4 trick. Just cut a 4x4 about 12 inches long wrap in a black piece of material and run you seat back against it. It's worked great for me.
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