Rear head restraints
04-25-2017, 01:51 PM
#16
Drifting
I think you have to install a booster with a head rest integrated. Everyone is a bit different, but for me, if it doesn't have a government approval, I don't consider it safe for my kids.
04-25-2017, 02:07 PM
#17
Race Car
Thanks for the replies everyone. The issue here as many pointed out is the whiplash problem if you're rear ended. I have a coupe so I don't have the roll over thing anyway.
Jenner, thanks for the link, I'll try that and see how it works but the problem will come back as they grow taller.
Going back to my question, has anyone thought about a board of some sort with a cushion or a head rest from another car that could be installed behind the rear seat? I would think it should be possible.
Jenner, thanks for the link, I'll try that and see how it works but the problem will come back as they grow taller.
Going back to my question, has anyone thought about a board of some sort with a cushion or a head rest from another car that could be installed behind the rear seat? I would think it should be possible.
04-25-2017, 02:14 PM
#18
Burning Brakes
The Recaro Performance Booster does what you want. The key is the height adjustable headrest (11 settings) allows for a child from 30-120 pounds and 37-61 inches to use this seat.
120lbs and 5'1" is pretty big! I don't even know how comfortable the back seat is for someone that size in the first place. Time to use the front seat at that size.
Problem is I am 99% sure it won't fit perfectly in the 991 rear bucket seat. I believe the base is too wide. You might need to put towels or foam under it to level it, which may cause you to run out of headroom. Or remove the rear seat cushion (and/or rear seat back) as well which would free up a little more room for the child and booster as well. I own one already and will try to fit it to see. My rear seat is a little smaller than yours though since I have a Targa which is based on the Cab.
Looks better than tacking on some headrest and screwing into the rear seat back. Plus it's easier remove than any kind of DIY headrest. But if you want to modify the rear seat back each spare one will cost $150-$350 on ebay or $800+ for new online. I just cringe at the thought of screwing on a headrest from another car even if you got spare seat backs. You have no way to test if it will hold up in an accident...
Last edited by Jenner; 04-25-2017 at 07:34 PM.
04-26-2017, 08:27 PM
#21
Burning Brakes
If I could remove the seat bottom it *might* fit, but between the height of the seat bottom and my Targa bar its a no go. I think you have more headroom in that location in the coupe so this would be a non issue for you. I also realized you said you have twins, so maybe for you removing the entire single piece seat bottom is a non issue since you would put two of these seats in place of it.
Sorry I can't be more helpful. Maybe a local store that sells these will let you test fit, or order one from Amazon to test fit. Amazon is super easy to deal with for returns.