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dmat 04-17-2019 09:48 PM

Thanks for the upload. Don?t know what I?m doing wrong.

Capt 04-18-2019 01:12 AM

Shame they don't produce RV8 seats! -:(

dmat 04-18-2019 08:27 AM

Hey Capt,

Hit me up on IM about the 8 seats.

fl-mike 04-18-2019 10:21 AM

I was told that RV-8 seats are imminent, like weeks away.

dmat 05-08-2019 08:00 AM

Mention my name to Rob Lemke and get a discount on your order.

Av8torTom 05-08-2019 10:11 AM

DMat,

Now that they're installed, what are your thoughts about access to the baggage compartment, and does it interfere at all with the shoulder harnesses?

Thanks,

Tom

dmat 05-08-2019 10:33 AM

If I did it again, I would have opted for no headrests. Getting into the baggage is harder. The harnesses haven't been a problem so far. I though they would be but I'm not having any issues while flying. With all this said, I am going to speak with Rob and see if we can modify the headrests to change my mind of keeping the headrests. I will post pics once I have some mock ups.

D

snoop9erdog 05-08-2019 01:00 PM

Seat back Height
 
Dmat.....would you go with extended normal height or the shorter height seats then?

dmat 05-08-2019 01:07 PM

I would go with normal height seats if I had to pick between the two. But, like I said, I am working with Rob to come up with a compromise to allow the best of both worlds. Convenience of the short seats but still have the headrest.

Dan

chaskuss 08-02-2019 07:02 AM

Dan,
I'm assuming you have received your seats by now. Did you incur any import duties on your order? How much was the shipping?

Charlie

MS19087 08-02-2019 07:27 AM

How do they feel?
 
No one has yet to comment on the comfort/support of the Lemke seat. In my -9A i had Classic Aero seats - hey were comfortable, but very expensive. At OSH, I sat in Oregon Aero seats for my new -14A build - very comfortable and a definite option. The seats from Germany appear to be very well crafted and fairly priced making them a serious option as well. Can someone comment on comfort/support and fit?

Thanks!

dmat 08-02-2019 08:18 AM

I did get my seats and I really like them! they are comfy and very well made. I thought I had the pics in here but seems as if the link went bad. I went with the headrest but wish I didn't for my 6. I am working with lemke to modify the headrest so we all get the best of both worlds. baggage access with a headrest.

*full disclosure* I have been helping him in the US so feel free to mention my name for a discount. shipping was about $150 from what I remember. I did not pay a VAT unless it was already built into the shipping.

Catmando also flew in my 6 recently. I wonder what his impression was.

chaskuss 08-02-2019 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmat (Post 1363667)
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*full disclosure* I have been helping him in the US so feel free to mention my name for a discount. shipping was about $150 from what I remember. I did not pay a VAT unless it was already built into the shipping.
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VAT is only for Europe and possibly Canada. I was referring to US Customs. Did you incur a customs charge by importing these seats into the USA.

Charlie

9GT 08-02-2019 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chaskuss (Post 1363648)
Dan,
I'm assuming you have received your seats by now. Did you incur any import duties on your order? How much was the shipping?

Charlie

I received mine last month. No import duties. ;)

dmat 08-02-2019 08:33 AM

No import duties on my end.

Dan

Marc Bourget 08-02-2019 09:12 AM

Clicked on the link in the first post and got the following:

"Sorry, the page you requested does not exist (anymore)."

9GT 08-02-2019 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marc Bourget (Post 1363689)
Clicked on the link in the first post and got the following:

"Sorry, the page you requested does not exist (anymore)."

That?s a weird thing. Did the same for me but I was able to navigate through the website without any issues. The even have my seats in their photo gallery in the RV7/9 section. They are the black leather with tan inserts and the nice looking old Van?s logo.

dwranda 08-02-2019 02:09 PM

My interior shipped out Tuesday. I'll report on the seats when I receive them.
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catmandu 08-02-2019 03:58 PM

As mentioned, I flew dmat's plane last week. First impression of the seats is quite favorable when you see them, high quality fit and finish. 5.2 hours flying that day, never was uncomfortable. I was reminded halfway through the day there was a lumbar support but really felt no need. Definitely would skip the headrests if it were me. To be fair, I jumped back in my plane with some second hand Cleaveland seats, and at no time during the 45 minute flight home did my mind (or backside) scream "Call Lemke when you land!" but then again I am not too picky.

dothetime 08-03-2019 02:06 PM

Seats
 
How long have you waited to get them shipped?
Robert told me 20 weeks
I?m about 8 weeks now
Dave

9GT 08-03-2019 07:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dothetime (Post 1363958)
How long have you waited to get them shipped?
Robert told me 20 weeks
I?m about 8 weeks now
Dave

That was about right for mine, then almost a month in transit.

dwranda 08-04-2019 01:25 PM

I ordered March 12th and my interior shipped last Tuesday. I ordered sheepskin seats and they had issues with how much sheepskin they needed so that added to the time it took.

dwranda 09-11-2019 10:17 AM

First fit
 
Interior arrived Monday so I just threw it in for a trial fit. I'm pretty happy. Seats seem very comfy yet supportive. Side panels made with BMW leather. When I opened the box it smelled like a new BMW.
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dmat 10-23-2019 01:53 PM

Looks awesome! I like the sheepskin/ brown combo.

dmat 10-23-2019 01:57 PM

I know Lemke has been a bit behind due to the volume of work (blessing and a curse). I am also waiting on my updated seats as Rob and I would rather have you guys sitting in style first.

Again, mention my name and get a discount ;)

D

N661DJ 10-23-2019 07:20 PM

German interior arrived
 
Received my RV-6 seats and interior, last week, Robert quoted 4 weeks shipping, only took 3, via USPS. Leather and stitching, outstanding, carpet quality, amazing. Overall, I couldn't be more pleased.
Dick

Tmartin66 10-24-2019 12:58 PM

Seat & Carpet pictures
 
Could you post some pictures of he seats and especially the carpet they offer. I ordered seats but have not ordered carpet. I would like to see the carpet and some feed back.

regards,

9GT 10-24-2019 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tmartin66 (Post 1381794)
Could you post some pictures of he seats and especially the carpet they offer. I ordered seats but have not ordered carpet. I would like to see the carpet and some feed back.

regards,

Plus 1 for a PIREP. Carpeted flooring was not offered when I ordered my interior.

N661DJ 10-24-2019 07:19 PM

I will take some photos tomorrow, uploading them might be a problem, however, I will give it a try.
Dick

rsr3 12-03-2019 02:59 PM

Received my Lemke RV7 interior last week. Very pleased, excellent quality. It smells like a new BMW!

Thanks Robert. Good work!!


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