Toyanvil
Gold Level Sponsor
With the Mazda running gear all done, it is time to make it more comfortable. I tried to find 1995 Miata M seats with the removeable headrests to install in my car, I would not be using the headrest and just use them as low backs. but I have not had any luck finding any, so on to plan B. I pick up a set of Miata NA seats to use the base with my backs. The Miata seats sit 2+ inches lower then the seats I have now, they are from a 1972 Datsun 240Z. Back in the 80's I cut them down into low backs and welded on the top from my series 2 seats. I modified the Miata base to fit the Sunbeam tracks by welding in some mounts.
I machined some stand offs to hold the Datsun tilt mechanism and completed the welding. Drivers side is done, I am going to drive it around a while to make sure I like them before I have them upholstered. It feels good in the garage. I am surprised how will the 1972 Datsun 240Z backs match up with the 1992 Miata seats.
I machined some stand offs to hold the Datsun tilt mechanism and completed the welding. Drivers side is done, I am going to drive it around a while to make sure I like them before I have them upholstered. It feels good in the garage. I am surprised how will the 1972 Datsun 240Z backs match up with the 1992 Miata seats.