Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => W11x chassis cars => Topic started by: Jagoffizier on May 29, 2022, 17:12:23

Title: W111 3.5 coupe seat repair
Post by: Jagoffizier on May 29, 2022, 17:12:23

Driver's bottom seat on my coupe has sagging, but unbroken, flat springs giving a "gangster's lean." Replacement spring assembly no longer available. Any suggestions on how to repair? I will go pool noodle route in interim.

Title: Re: W111 3.5 coupe seat repair
Post by: wwheeler on May 29, 2022, 17:53:22

This is a similar seat to the Pagodas in construction. I believe the "horsehair" pads are still available and will make a huge difference as well as the noodle. I would search on this site and I bet there are other better recommendations. Common problem.

Title: Re: W111 3.5 coupe seat repair
Post by: Jagoffizier on May 30, 2022, 13:47:33

Thank you for your response. I have a new pad, but want to be sure the springs are formed up.

Title: Re: W111 3.5 coupe seat repair
Post by: kampala on May 30, 2022, 15:12:05

If similar to pagoda seat springs — this worked great for me:

https://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=34963.0

Also, a piece of carpet on the springs helps a lot. 

Title: Re: W111 3.5 coupe seat repair
Post by: Jagoffizier on May 30, 2022, 23:27:00

That may be a good solution! Thank you for the reference!!