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07-07-2003, 08:22 PM

Ekirstein

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Seat Comfort

Now that I've had my 2000SE for 3 weeks, I'm having some problems getting used to the very firm drivers seat. It seems no matter how I adjust the position of the leather seat, I can't get comfortable. After a couple of hours of driving, my back is aching.

Does anyone else find this to be true. Any Solutions? Padded seat cushions?

Aching Ed

07-07-2003, 08:27 PM

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did you try adjusting the firmness lever located on the right side of the seat above the center console???

07-07-2003, 09:00 PM

Ekirstein

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That changes the shape of the seat back but doesn't do anything for the firmness.

07-07-2003, 09:03 PM

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well no probs here, i find my leather seats very comfortable

07-08-2003, 06:13 AM

guapsnaman

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Should've just gone with the plushness of the cloth.

07-08-2003, 06:22 AM

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Should've just gone with the plushness of the cloth.

my charcoal cloth rocks! mad comfy

07-08-2003, 07:13 AM

Breadman40

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I love my leather seats. I could drive for hours.

07-08-2003, 07:29 AM

MaXiMized MAX02

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i personally think the seats are pretty comfy....but after i put a cushion pad at the lower back position...it felt even better....

07-08-2003, 08:57 AM

Ekirstein

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Yeah, that's what I've been doing, MaXiMized MAX02, using a small pillow for the lower back. I may try a full back pad just to soften the feel. What's funny is that we also have a '99 Chevy Astro Van and it has the most comfortable seats I've ever felt in a vehicle. I thought the Maxima would be even better, but not so.

07-08-2003, 08:59 AM

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Me too. I enjoy the black leather GUTS!!

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well no probs here, i find my leather seats very comfortable

07-08-2003, 06:35 PM

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the only problem that i have with my leather is that i slide around when taking corners, accelerating and braking, but its comfy

07-08-2003, 06:46 PM

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Re: Seat Comfort

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Originally posted by Ekirstein
Now that I've had my 2000SE for 3 weeks, I'm having some problems getting used to the very firm drivers seat. It seems no matter how I adjust the position of the leather seat, I can't get comfortable. After a couple of hours of driving, my back is aching.

Does anyone else find this to be true. Any Solutions? Padded seat cushions?

Aching Ed

Yeah, after driving for a while, my lower back is killing me!

I guess I'll find a pillow or something. I imagine that the 2k2-2k3 seats are more comfy, considering that the leather looks way better and more plush.

07-08-2003, 09:18 PM

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Ekirstein

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Finally, someone agrees with me. Sorry. I've been using a small pillow but I think that I need more of a full back cushion that would have some softness. I think it has to do with the too firm seatback putting uneven pressure on our backs.

Maybe this is an age thing. I seem to be one of the more senior members (age-wise) at 49.

07-08-2003, 11:12 PM

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I can think of many parts/quality items that Nissan deserves to be slapped for but seat comfort in my 2k3 isn't one of them. I think the 2k3 Max seats in leather are very good. Try a G35 Sedan...Now that is a pain waiting to happen besides being very uncomfotable and cramped.

07-08-2003, 11:25 PM

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Get a 2k3, I had the same problem w/ my 2k1. The seats on the 03 are 1000000000000000000000000x better and more comfy.

07-08-2003, 11:45 PM

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sypher

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i took a 4 hour drive the other day.. never a cramp. i wub my leather

07-09-2003, 07:33 AM

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Originally posted by Ekirstein
Finally, someone agrees with me. Sorry. I've been using a small pillow but I think that I need more of a full back cushion that would have some softness. I think it has to do with the too firm seatback putting uneven pressure on our backs.

Maybe this is an age thing. I seem to be one of the more senior members (age-wise) at 49.

I don't think it's the age thing. I'm only 21 and the seats hurt my back.

07-09-2003, 08:05 AM

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after driving for 5 hours in a camry yesterday, i realize how much more comfy my 2k2 leather seats are. could drive for days in my car, but i was aching from a few hours in the camry.

07-09-2003, 08:20 AM

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you got to break it in......i finally got my seat to perfectly to fit my a$$...

07-09-2003, 11:38 AM

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Ekirstein

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Ok, i'll do that (in about 3 years). Nice to know that they improved things. The funny thing is that even though I can't get comfortable in the car, when I get out after a couple of hours, my back actually feels really good. Weird, Its like, maybe the seats are forcing my back into a more healthy alignment than I normally have. Maybe I'll get used to it. Hope so.