jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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Re: X-Trail extra seating
Paul,
When I was experimenting with adding an extra seat at the back of the exy I also noticed one very important factor and that was the super close proximity of the seat to the tailgate inside the car, leaving almost no space at all for any luggage, but that is beside the point.
I share your concerns about the un-safe location of these seats in the xtrail and I am somewhat astonished by the fact that Retro Seating (the company manufacturing and installing them) have managed to pass and obtain a safety rating regarding these seats through ADR knowing too well how stringent and tough Australian safety regulations are in this regard.
I can only hope that their tests included a crash test to see the impact it may cause to occupants (who can only be kids due to the size and position of these seats) in case of a rear end accident.
Regardless of their legality and safety ratings, I wouldn't risk to have my kids sitting at the back in them and I don't want to find-out how tough these seats or my exy is (with a towbar) when the un-thinkable happens, as it may be too late to reconsider!
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1/Apr/2009, 9:52 am
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jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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Re: X-Trail extra seating
Hi Guys,
T31 exy extra seating have hit the market and they look like this:
HERE the Aussie company that fits them if you are interested.
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5/Apr/2010, 7:02 pm
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cooch t31
X-TRAIL HOLIC
Date Registered: 06-2008
Location: Blue Mountains, NSW
TOTAL POSTS: 5966
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Re: X-Trail extra seating
Mmmm looks like they reinforced the floor and made it hinge up.
Also by the look of the 'racing harness' style seat belts and the leg room, I'd say the seat is only compatible for small children.
--- Tony X-891c
HERE is my D22 Navara
HERE is my old 2008 T31, ST Series1
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6/Apr/2010, 4:51 am
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jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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Re: X-Trail extra seating
That is correct Tony, a carpeted false floor is added and the seats are hinged. All of the extra seats that get added in cars are meant to be used by children only due to safety and weight restrictions.
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6/Apr/2010, 5:56 am
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