{"product_id":"springfield-24-2-7-8-fixed-pedestal-non-locking","title":"Springfield Marine 24\" Fixed Height Boat Seat Pedestal, 2-7\/8\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Springfield 24-inch fixed-height pedestal is the beefier 2-7\/8 inch Second Generation post, built for bigger, faster boats. Anodized aluminum, die-cast base, and a non-locking Trac-Lock slide and swivel up top. It's the seat mount that stays solid when the ride gets rough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringfield Marine builds the boat seating hardware a lot of dealers quietly rely on, and this is a good example of why. It's a 24-inch fixed-height pedestal from their Second Generation 2-7\/8 inch series, the heavier line they built for today's larger and faster recreational boats. If you've got a center console, a bay boat, or a walkaround that sees real speed and real chop, this is the post that holds your seat steady through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole thing is anodized aluminum on a die-cast base, so it shrugs off spray and sun the way a marine pedestal has to. The 2-7\/8 inch post diameter is the tell that this is the stouter system. That extra wall over the skinnier posts is what keeps the seat from flexing when you're running out to the grounds with weight in the chair. It carries the ABYC H-31 AD rating too, which is the standard surveyors look for on fast-running boats. Handy if you're ever selling the boat or getting it inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Springfield's own lineup, the Second Generation 2-7\/8 inch posts sit a step up from the older 2-3\/8 inch series. Same idea, more metal. The larger diameter and heavier base are aimed squarely at bigger, faster hulls where a lighter post starts to feel springy under a loaded seat. If your boat spends its life on a flat lake at trolling speed, the smaller series is fine. But if you're crossing a bay chasing a weather window, the extra beef here earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp top you get the non-locking Trac-Lock slide and swivel. The slide gives you fore-and-aft adjustment so you can dial in your reach to the wheel or the throttle. The swivel lets the seat spin a full turn, which is exactly what you want when you're working lines, tending rods, or just turning around to talk to the crew. Non-locking means it moves freely, it doesn't click into set detents. Most folks love that for the easy spin. If you fish a lot and want the seat locked facing forward at speed, know that going in. Some boaters add a simple stop, or run the locking version instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment is straightforward. The pedestal mounts to a standard seat mount up top and a matching 2-7\/8 inch floor base below, and it works with the common seat patterns you'll already have on most boats. It's a non-removable, fixed-height system, so there's no post that lifts out and no height crank to fuss with. You set it and it's solid. That's the trade-off for the stiffness, and on a fast boat it's usually the right call. Just plan the post height around your console and your own reach before you commit, since a fixed post can't be trimmed down later on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA couple of honest install notes from the water. The 2-7\/8 inch base wants a solid, flat mounting surface. On an older console or a thin floor, take the time to add a backing plate or some reinforcement underneath so you don't get any rocking down the road. And treat the anodized finish like any aluminum on a saltwater boat. Give it a rinse and an occasional polish, especially down at the base, and it'll stay clean for years. Skip that for a couple of seasons in salt and you'll see it start to chalk at the welds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line, if you need a strong, no-nonsense fixed pedestal for a boat that runs hard, the Springfield 2-7\/8 inch Second Generation is a proven pick. We stock the Springfield line and can help you match the right floor base and seat to it if you're building out a helm or a fresh leaning post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e24 inch fixed post height with a non-removable Second Generation design for a solid, no-flex seat mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-7\/8 inch post diameter, the heavier Springfield series built for larger and faster recreational boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnodized aluminum post on a die-cast base to stand up to salt spray and UV\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-locking Trac-Lock slide and swivel: full-turn swivel plus fore-and-aft slide adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eABYC Code H-31 AD rated, the standard surveyors look for on fast-running vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFixed-height system means no post that lifts out and no height crank to work loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounts to standard seat patterns and a matching 2-7\/8 inch floor base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnodized finish and die-cast base built for years of service with basic saltwater care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Springfield Marine reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boats is this pedestal made for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's the Second Generation 2-7\/8 inch series, which Springfield designed for larger and faster recreational boats. Think center consoles, bay boats, and walkarounds that see real speed and chop. The heavier post and base are the reason it's rated for that kind of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does non-locking mean on the Trac-Lock swivel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt means the slide and swivel move freely instead of clicking into set positions. You get an easy full-turn spin and smooth fore-and-aft slide. If you'd rather the seat lock facing forward at speed, Springfield offers a locking version in the same line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the height adjust?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is a fixed-height, non-removable pedestal at 24 inches. There's no crank and no post that lifts out. That fixed design is what gives it the stiffness bigger boats need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat post diameter is it and what floor base do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post is 2-7\/8 inch diameter. You'll want a matching 2-7\/8 inch Springfield floor base under it. The 2-7\/8 inch system is not interchangeable with the smaller 2-3\/8 inch posts, so match the diameter when you order the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the ABYC H-31 AD rating?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eABYC H-31 is the marine standard for boat seat pedestals, and the AD designation covers pedestals suitable for fast-running vessels. It's the rating surveyors look for, so it helps at survey time and gives you peace of mind on a fast boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post is anodized aluminum and the base is die-cast. That combination handles salt spray and sun well. A rinse and an occasional polish, especially at the base, keeps it looking right for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat do the slide and swivel actually do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe swivel lets the seat spin a full turn so you can work lines, tend rods, or turn to face the crew. The slide adds fore-and-aft travel so you can set your reach to the wheel and throttle. Both move freely on this non-locking version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come with a seat or floor base?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt comes as the pedestal post with the non-locking Trac-Lock slide and swivel on top. The seat itself and the floor base mount are ordered separately. We can help you match the right 2-7\/8 inch base and a seat if you're building out the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I keep it from rocking on install?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMount it to a solid, flat surface. On an older console or a thinner floor, add a backing plate or some reinforcement underneath before you bolt it down. 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