CNOTE

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If your head is just naturally (or unnaturally as the case may be) flopping around, I think you have a more serious problem than a headrest that doesn't work how you want it to...

In how many cars does your head actually touch the headrest without leaning back to begin with? probably not too many..

MustGoFastR

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... and it's not supposed to to begin with.

CNOTE

exactly...

MustGoFastR

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Just did a little research and found this:
http://www.icbc.com/library/research..._resultsPU.asp

Looks like most cars are pretty crappy. Don't see the Z specifically, but it's probably in line with other Nissans. Still, this modification doesn't neccessarily make it better; couldn't know that without proper testing.

BUT, from reading this article, it looks to be a step in the right direction... I'd have to change my assessment of this mod to "good job!"

Article:
http://ip.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/full/11/2/97

THOR's Z

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I just traded a 03 Caddy CTS for my Z, the head rests in it were adjustable (tilted forward/backward). I always rode with them just touching the back of my head. Although it was a altogether different seat (also had lumbar support)you could sit all the way in the back of the seat and your whole upper body felt supported. It seemed to make a big difference in comfort. You will be always better off with the least amount of head movement in any crash.

Amiricanmade

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Didn't really care to read the whole post, but you should have gotten some EBay head rest pillow. You are causing yourself to have a Upwer-Extremity Postural Distortion, which basically means a forward head/bad posture. Just though u should know, i do this for a living.

Volff

The headrests are not active. I have taken the seats apart... To convert to leather. There is nothing inside other than supportive materials. Also, this mod is absolutely NOT pushing my head forward. It merely is far enough forward that when I lean my head back I am no longer staring at the ceiling, but comfortably at the road. During normal driving, my head does not always touch... Which tells me this has ZERO affect on my posture... It is basically for longer trips in the car to obtain better comfort. )

SS21CA

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Hyundai has pretty awesome headrests in their cars. Like the Azera, took one of those to vegas, it sticks out and supports ur neck real well....


BTW... I think im gonna do this mod, should help on the morning commute.

Daxx

Yeah I can see why you might come to that conclusion, you probably have lady parts where your man parts are supposed to be.

Kick *** idea. The only thing that would top your (properly corrected) headrests would be a tilt option.

nizmo_0385

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dude. this was 10 years ago

Daxx

So what you're saying is that no matter what angle your seat is at or how far your headrest is back, as long as it's "crash tested" you'll be safe in your seat while driving. I think you might be putting a little too much faith into a crash test that allows the possibility of someone to drive in a completely laid back position and consider that car "safe" but moving the head rest 2 inches forward from being 2 inches too far back is unsafe. The last time I checked, the less allowable play in your neck the less possibility of it snapping in half. Hence neck braces. You logic sucks and you should go back to elementary school.

P.S.
Go buy a Subaru

P.P.S. Twin turbo chargers are NOT crash tested!!! If you are now planning on getting rid of your tt Z... I will take that unsafe vehicle off your hands at a great price of 90% off

Daxx

Yes but I just read it today. Lol. I was looking for aftermarket headrests that fit where the oems fit.

jhc

Posting on any thred over 1 year old will bring flames, fyi.

samsniss350z

A great idea