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Old 05-10-2009, 11:29 PM
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Hey guys,

I've noticed my seat has been a bit loose. When placing a bit of pressure on the the back of the seat towards the rear, the front left of the seat raises a bit.

Yesterday, after getting in, I noticed it's as if the front left bolt has completely come undone.

When I accelerate, I feel myself rocking back and the front left of the seat raise off the floor.

I haven't had the chance to inspect it yet, but from your experience, what could this mean??? How do I check it, and what should I look for??

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Old 05-10-2009, 11:34 PM
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well, if the bolt has come undone... one would think that you should try putting a bolt back in it
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Originally Posted by AdderMk2
well, if the bolt has come undone... one would think that you should try putting a bolt back in it
...*sigh*
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you brought it on yourself bro.... just be glad im in a good mood
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Old 05-10-2009, 11:56 PM
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Originally Posted by AdderMk2
you brought it on yourself bro.... just be glad im in a good mood
think it's possible the bolt pulled through the floor pan?
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ofcourse its possible... nothing a longer bolt and a nut cant fix
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Old 05-11-2009, 12:28 AM
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I just fixed mine seat last week. Turned out that the floor had ripped out. My seat was rocking further and worst with time. Made my own bracket and bolted it in. Now it is like new. 15 min job. Just remove the seat first to make it easier to work. GL
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the floor ripping is a common problem on fox cars
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yep sounds like the bolt pulled through... happened on my old 88
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