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FS 1" Seat Spacers by QuikFix™ OBSOLETE *SEE "SAFER" SPACER AD

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by mrproduxn, Mar 16, 2019.

  1. Mar 16, 2019 at 6:04 PM
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    UPDATED 8/31/23. ***NOTE - THIS STYLE IS NOW OBSOLETE. I NOW PRODUCE A BETTER SAFER PRODUCT AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/fs-new-safer-quikfix™-seat-spacers-rear-brackets-33-60.809869/

    Square body with contour cutout to match the shape of the rear front seat anchor brackets. Better and more secure coverage than simple store bought round spacers. Unique copyright design makes it less likely for the seat bracket to be knocked off of the spacer in an accident. Raises the rear brackets almost 1". Makes the seat more level to minimize back and leg issues which has plagued the Tacoma. Definitely an improvement in seating comfort. Sits more like a truck and less like a Camry. Fits bucket seats in 2nd gen & 3rd gen Tacoma trucks as well as all 2007-2014 FJCruisers. These are made from 6061 grade aluminum and include free required grade 10.9 longer flange bolts and free Priority shipping. PM for info. Accepting PayPal exclusively. Course brushed aluminum finish is ready for painting. Nearly 2700 pair sold and installed since March 2019. Thanks for looking.

    DISCLAIMER (legal): The quality and strength of materials is excellent, however, you are changing your seat configuration at your own risk. I use these in my personal vehicle at my own risk. The included bolts have a 150,000 psi tensile strength which are incredibly strong.

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  2. Mar 18, 2019 at 7:40 PM
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    First few sets have now shipped.

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  3. Mar 19, 2019 at 8:39 AM
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    I prefer to have the front of my seat elevated. Can these be used on the front mounts instead of the rears?
     
  4. Mar 19, 2019 at 8:42 AM
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    Sorry but no. The fronts are completely different and anchor on an angle.
     
  5. Mar 20, 2019 at 3:48 PM
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    Lowered price to be more fair market priced. See first post. Partial refunds have been distributed.
     
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  6. Mar 22, 2019 at 3:55 PM
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    Shipped some to test on 2nd gen. Should have results by 3/26/2019.
     
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  7. Mar 24, 2019 at 2:16 PM
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    Sunday shipments heading to post office. I suggest start tracking Monday evening (3/25/2019).

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  8. Mar 26, 2019 at 11:02 AM
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    New TW Member prices listed in 1st post. Must pm me for this price.
     
  9. Apr 1, 2019 at 8:30 PM
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    Down to last 2 finished pair. Will have another 25 pair ready around April 8th. Thanks to all.
     
  10. Apr 5, 2019 at 6:43 PM
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    The next 25 pair will be ready 04/11/19
     
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  11. Apr 10, 2019 at 6:47 PM
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    Will have 25 new pair ready Friday 4/12/19. 4 pair already sold. Note new lowered price of $36.50 forum price.

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  12. Apr 11, 2019 at 1:44 PM
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    Posting 10 pair tomorrow afternoon on ebay. The rest on forums.
     
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  13. Apr 11, 2019 at 6:30 PM
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    As of now I have 3 pair not spoken for (on ebay)

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    I am nearly out of stock. I will take a few days off and then begin making another 25 to 35 pair. Thanks for all the interest.
     
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    Forgive me but I have 4 extra pair that were hidden that I was not counting. So I now have 6 total pair (3 on ebay and 3 here) remaining as of 8:46 pm est.
     
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  17. Apr 15, 2019 at 8:43 PM
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    Sometimes I get overwhelmed putting together packages to ship. I do not always include instructions. Some may need them. Some may not. For this reason I am posting a copy here.
     

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  18. Apr 19, 2019 at 5:19 PM
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    I still have 4 pairs available from the last run. Will not make more until early May.
     
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  19. Apr 26, 2019 at 2:23 PM
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    Note to buyers with sliders welded to your frame. A customer had to add a washer to each side of the driver seat. We were baffled. Finally figured out the welded slider on the driver side affected the threaded holes. Had no issue on the passenger side. This is the only issue found in over 30 pair sold. So if you have welded sliders, and you add spacers under the seat to floor brackets, you may need to pick up a pair of washers for the 10 mm bolts. This is info for any brand or style of seat spacers that you buy.
     
  20. Apr 28, 2019 at 7:58 AM
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    I am down to the last pair of spacers. I have ordered material for the next run and the material prices have been reduced. This last pair are discounted to deplete inventory and, as of now, the next batch will have these new lower prices. Same quality grade 6061 material and same grade 10.9 flange bolts. I expect to start production in the next 10 days with a release somewhere between May 15 and May 31. Note ebay prices are higher to cover fees. New member direct paypal prices are:
    1 pair $35
     
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