Re: Raising the seat for free
[QUOTE=Padgett;769529]Decided I have two convertibles (really should
All I can think of is that the interior was designed by dwarves, the crossbar was needed for the Roadster (looks like the SLK retractable pivots there). and they just did not bother to remove in the coupe.
I am following your project with interest just to see how it comes out but you do realize that you are in the minority when it comes to your preferred driving position. Maybe a minority of one. I was wondering if the steering wheel will accommodate the seat being raised that far since it isn't a tilt wheel, another of the Crossies little foibles. I too am 5'10" but prefer upright, arms extended which the telescoping wheel works well for. Do you have problems sitting in normal chairs to eat or watching the tube? Here's a little known fact, reclining chairs are one of the worst inventions ever, very bad for the back. I worked in the medical field for 35 years, this comes from experience.