There is no substitution for a quality seat.
For many new trucks and SUV's, a lumbar support system is already
an option, but for older vehicles and some newer vehicles, it is
not. That is why many people look for aftermarket seats from such
companies as Beard and Mastercraft, which produce high-end race
seats that are well worth the money. But if you're looking for more
of a OEM-style lumbar seat to compliment your current cushion, we'd
suggest going with the aftermarket support option that is listed
here.
When we picked up our new
F-350 Crew Cab, Long Bed, Power Stroke Diesel a few weeks ago, we
made certain it was equipped with the lumbar support option. After
many abusive trips across the country in the buckboard ride of our
Jeep -- in addition to a decade-old back injury that revisited me
recently -- I was glad I opted for the added comfort and support of
lumbar support option.
So far, we've
logged more than 6,000 miles in the big Ford since we bought it
little more than a month ago. Rather than beat ourselves up in the
Jeep, we tow the toys in style and the support of a lumbar
system.
Fidel Gonzales
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• Rostra
Lumbar Support System |
LAURINBURG, NC --
An estimated 50 million drivers in this country suffer from
some type of back pain. The Lumbar Support System, designed for the
aftermarket by Rostra Precision Controls, is specifically designed
to relieve pressure on the lower back and neck by improving the
driver's posture.
Hidden inside the
driver's or passenger's seat, the Lumbar Support System provides
gentle extra support behind the lower back, and allows the driver
or passenger to set the amount of support needed for individual
comfort. The pneumatic support adjusts at the touch of a button on
the seat side or center console.
The Lumbar
Support has universal application in both leather and cloth seats.
It is easy to install, without removing the seat. Professional
installers simply pull up the seat cover. No cutting or stitching
is required, and the estimated installation time is an hour or
less.
The Rostra Lumbar Support System is
available as a "front mount," which fits between the seat foam and
upholstery, and a "rear mount," which is installed behind the
foam.
"Many people aren't even aware that
it's possible to add lumbar support to their vehicles," said Thomas
Weiss, Rostra's vice president, automotive electronics group.
"We've designed our product to be easy to install on a variety of
different vehicle models, with leather or cloth seat covers, so
virtually everyone can enjoy a more comfortable ride. It's a great
amenity to have in any type of vehicle, particularly for consumers
who drive long distances or spend a lot of time behind the
wheel."
Available for a suggested retail
price of $129.00 each (installed), the system includes a
three-year, 36,000-mile warranty and is made entirely in the U.S.A.
A special price of $375.00 per seat (installed) is available for a
combination of lumbar support and the company's seat heater
system.
Rostra Precision Controls,
headquartered in Laurinburg, North Carolina, is the leading
supplier of vehicle speed control systems, transmission components
and vehicle comfort seating systems to the global automotive
aftermarket industry. The company also is a leading manufacturer of
electronic controls, systems and components for the original
equipment automotive industry. It holds ISO 9001 and QS 9000
certifications.
Rostra's
1-800-782-3379
www.rostra.com
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