Seat hinges and some good seat alternatives.

[wizzywiz]

Don't fit seat hinges too tight to the base or it will stop the seat leaning back safely. Just an eigth off the bottom.

[multisync]

Hi
I didn't use any hinges for the back rest. The Toylander 2 plans show it hinged forward, but this doesnt work if you upholster the seat and backrest. It also doesn't give a rearward seat for tall drivers, so it necessitates a larger seat board, as suggested on the drawings, but this reduces the room in the back when the seat is in the normal position.
If you hinge it to fold backwards, it's difficult to support it in the up position for normal use.
I upholstered both the seat and the backrest. The seat is located in place with small blocks so that it can't move at all. The backrest is located with two rubber stops so it can't lean back, and the bottom of the back rest simply sits behind the seat base. It can therefore be lifted out and laid across the rear seats, doubling up on the upholstered seat area, and allowing older children or adults to sit much further back.
You could add some positive locating pegs if you felt the need but we find it works ok as it is.
"We" had a minor shunt! The tailgate is off while I touch up the paintwork!
Best wishes
Walter

[multisync]

Hi
Just thought I'd post another pic for anyone interested, just to show you the "adult driving seat" position.

All the best
Walter

[Richard]

Love it Walter. I can feel the comfort over my wooden one [seat that is cheeky].
Richard

[brian]

Eyup Richard, you got nowt better to do this mornin' than scannin't forum?

Regards,

Brian.

[markh15]

Hi Guys,
Nice to hear from you again Richard,
Belive me, there's nothing like a well padded seat when driving your Toylander.
I have the bruises to prove it!

I followed Richards recommendation, and fixed the 'Cushions' with 'Velcro', as my seat back folds forward, and then the cushons can be layed out on top (like Walter's), for a little extra comfort.

Keep busy,
Regards,
Mark.

[brian]

All you need now Walter is a small washup area and a table and you have a Toylander Motorhome.

Regards,

Brian.

[Richard]

Eyup Richard, you got nowt better to do this mornin' than scannin't forum?

Regards,

Brian.

It started as a weed out of the spammers then I got drawn in and I'm supposed to be building a car for a customer. He wants it grey but I cannot find the right code for it.
Regards
Richard

[Richard]

Toylander Motor Home, mmm, now there's a thought!
Richard

[brian]

Don't forget my licence fee Richard.

I'll think on 'em, you design 'em.

All the best, hope to see you at Newark if it does not clash with any holidays.

Regards,

Brian.

[StevenB]

I like the way you've set up that seat. I'm at the stage of final fitting the seat on my Geepstar, and after a quick 'test sit' I'm going to set the seat up in similar fashion. I'll be able to drive much better with my legs a bit straighter and my weight mostly over the rear axle... then fold the seat back up when the kids want a go.

[dale]

Ok, the mods have started already.  Got some material for covering the seat at the weekend, and picked up some foam today.  Hope to setup something similar on Jenna's Toylander to make things more comfortable.  I also think it will help her reach the pedals as she has to stretch a bit at the moment (needs a growth spurt!)

[dale]

Thanks to Multisync a great idea for modifying the seat to make things more comfortable!

I'm not sure if the Toylander I seat setup is different to the Toylander II, but I had to modify things slightly to get it to work.  I could not tuck the bottom of the seat back in behind the seat base to stop it moving.  In this first photo you can see plastic blocks I added to sides of Toylander to form a slot for the seat back to rest in.  Plastic blocks were designed to be used for putting together flat pack kitchen units, and came from the local DIY store.  The rounded edges of the block make it easier to insert the seat back.  Original rubber stops hold the seat back upright.



Here's a picture of the seat in place, with foam padding added to the seat.  Seat base foam is loose, but I intend to hold it in place with Velcro once it has been covered.



Next is a picture of the seat laid flat for an adult driver.  We used two layers of foam on the seat base, but only one on the seat back.  This means that when the seat is laid flat, the entire seat is level.



Here's a picture of the rear of the seat.  You can see the plastic blocks, at the base of the seat.  I'm hoping I can paint them to blend in.



Now we just need to get the seat covered.  Over to the missus!