Just wanted to update you guys with the NSX-R seat progress. We made a few seats and making sure everything is ready to go before releasing them. After studying the original seats I learned part of the comfort came from the ability to have a certain amount of flex in certain areas. Instead of using a fiber core material we decided to make the seats full carbon so it is stronger then the original R seats. The original R seats is a layer of Carbon Kevlar backed onto a core and then sandwiched with another carbon kevlar. We decided to use one layer of carbon kevlar and all carbon for higher strength. There is over 16 layers of 3k carbon plus one carbon kevlar layer. We matched the stiffness closely and replicated where the flex areas are at, we matched the weave style. The result is 9.5 lbs with the coverings. These seats feel pretty comfortable just like the stock seats and is super strong and light. All you do is plug and play.
The current status is we will have our coverings done in 3 weeks. Also our FIA approval in 6 months.
History and Notes:
I can say that this is one of the most time consuming projects I have taken on. This was not a simple splash of the seats as it will not be possible from the original R. The seats are reinforced on the edges preventing us to obtain the exact shape. We had to make 4 molds and transfers to obtain the final shape which was a 2 month process. We spotted a little de-lamination on the original R seats because the core material deteriorated a little. This was another reason why we chose to go pure carbon as it is stronger then Kevlar and lighter. So to sum it up the materials and process we used are high tech and this is not for everyone. Only if you desire for something that is critically high performance this is for you. I will not be offering these seats in FRP because of the FIA approval, I will not change our construction methods for safety reasons.
[RAILS]
Power Rails included and all wiring included. Wiring Harness pre-installed. The switch will look the same as OEM as well.
[OPTIONS]
Heated Seats Option
[COVERS]
1.) NA1R - Red Alcantra
2.) NA2R - Black Fabric / Middle Black Perforated Leather or Alcantra
3.) Type S - Black Leather / Middle Orange Perforated Leather or Alcantra
[FOAM]
We have matched the foam density and type on the seat 100%. The feel is identical. We can even increase the foam density on the side bolsters to make it a tighter feel on the corners.
[HARDWARE INCLUDED]
New NSX Belt Buckles (Driver & Passenger)
Recaro Seat Belt Trims
[Spec]
Weight: 9.5 lbs
Full Weight with Rails: 24.3 lbs
Construction: 51,000 filament carbon with one ply of carbon kevlar.
Resin: Tooling Epoxy
Method: High Pressure Vac Heat Press 20 tons
FIA: Pending (will pass with flying colors)
CARBON: Hexcel (European Batch)
CARBON/KELVAR: Aramid (JAPAN Torray)
RESIN: Epoxy (Propreitary USA)
Production: DF (USA)
Approval: FIA (Pending)
Price: $2,500 seat (special pricing will be announced for the first 10 pairs)
[PICTURES]
This first set belongs to a customer that did their own custom wrapping. They wanted to go with the Ferrari schema, smooth grain red leather with white stitching. The DF wraps are being contracted by a large manufacturer using laser cutters for precise fitment and consistency and they do OE work for car manufacturers. I held up a seat with one hand fully extending my arm, while taking a photo at the same time.
If you want to get on the special release pricing as always you can sign up by emailing [email protected]. No deposits required for now.
The current status is we will have our coverings done in 3 weeks. Also our FIA approval in 6 months.
History and Notes:
I can say that this is one of the most time consuming projects I have taken on. This was not a simple splash of the seats as it will not be possible from the original R. The seats are reinforced on the edges preventing us to obtain the exact shape. We had to make 4 molds and transfers to obtain the final shape which was a 2 month process. We spotted a little de-lamination on the original R seats because the core material deteriorated a little. This was another reason why we chose to go pure carbon as it is stronger then Kevlar and lighter. So to sum it up the materials and process we used are high tech and this is not for everyone. Only if you desire for something that is critically high performance this is for you. I will not be offering these seats in FRP because of the FIA approval, I will not change our construction methods for safety reasons.
[RAILS]
Power Rails included and all wiring included. Wiring Harness pre-installed. The switch will look the same as OEM as well.
[OPTIONS]
Heated Seats Option
[COVERS]
1.) NA1R - Red Alcantra
2.) NA2R - Black Fabric / Middle Black Perforated Leather or Alcantra
3.) Type S - Black Leather / Middle Orange Perforated Leather or Alcantra
[FOAM]
We have matched the foam density and type on the seat 100%. The feel is identical. We can even increase the foam density on the side bolsters to make it a tighter feel on the corners.
[HARDWARE INCLUDED]
New NSX Belt Buckles (Driver & Passenger)
Recaro Seat Belt Trims
[Spec]
Weight: 9.5 lbs
Full Weight with Rails: 24.3 lbs
Construction: 51,000 filament carbon with one ply of carbon kevlar.
Resin: Tooling Epoxy
Method: High Pressure Vac Heat Press 20 tons
FIA: Pending (will pass with flying colors)
CARBON: Hexcel (European Batch)
CARBON/KELVAR: Aramid (JAPAN Torray)
RESIN: Epoxy (Propreitary USA)
Production: DF (USA)
Approval: FIA (Pending)
Price: $2,500 seat (special pricing will be announced for the first 10 pairs)
[PICTURES]
This first set belongs to a customer that did their own custom wrapping. They wanted to go with the Ferrari schema, smooth grain red leather with white stitching. The DF wraps are being contracted by a large manufacturer using laser cutters for precise fitment and consistency and they do OE work for car manufacturers. I held up a seat with one hand fully extending my arm, while taking a photo at the same time.
If you want to get on the special release pricing as always you can sign up by emailing [email protected]. No deposits required for now.
This mod brings a tear to my eye! I dont know whether to be happy or mad. Are they ready to purchase in 3 weeks or 6 months?
