{"product_id":"springfield-9-fixed-boat-seat-pedestal-locking-swivel","title":"Springfield 9-Inch Fixed Boat Seat Pedestal, Locking Swivel","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eSpringfield Marine's fixed-height pedestal sets your seat at a solid 9-inch post height and keeps it there. It's anodized aluminum, 2-7\/8 inches in diameter, and ships with a locking Trac-Lock swivel already fitted so the seat spins a full turn when you want it and locks forward when you're running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringfield Marine built this fixed-height pedestal for boaters who want a seat that sits at a set, comfortable height and stays put. It's a 9-inch post in 2-7\/8-inch diameter, turned from anodized aluminum, and it ships with the locking Trac-Lock swivel already fitted up top. That means you get a seat that spins a full turn when you want to swing around and face the cockpit, then locks down solid when you're running or working a line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringfield calls this their Second Generation pedestal, and the whole line leans on cast, anodized aluminum for the strength-to-weight that marine seating needs. Aluminum keeps the post light enough that you're not adding real weight up high, and the anodizing seals the surface against the salt and UV that chew up bare metal. It's the same material story behind why these pedestals keep working season after season on hard-used boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pedestal carries an ABYC Code H-31 AD rating. If you're new to the standard, that's the American Boat and Yacht Council spec covering how boat seats and their mounts are supposed to hold up under real loads. It's the kind of detail an insurance surveyor likes to see, and it's a good sign the base and post were engineered to take the twisting and shock a seat sees underway. The rating doesn't replace a solid deck, though. More on that below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one suits a helm seat, a companion seat, or a table pedestal on center consoles, bay boats, aluminum fishing boats, and pontoons where a fixed 9-inch height works for the layout. Because the height is fixed, you're setting the seat once and living with it, so measure your seated eye level at the helm before you commit. Nine inches of post plus the swivel and your seat base gives you a low-to-mid mounting height that a lot of skiffs and utility boats are built around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trac-Lock swivel is the part people care about. It rotates a full 360 degrees so you can turn to talk to the crew, rig a line, or step out of the seat without climbing over an armrest. When it's engaged, the lock holds the seat facing forward so it isn't spinning on you in a following sea. Keep the lock pin fully seated when you're loading it up, because a partially engaged lock can slip under a heavy person leaning hard into a turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward if your deck is ready for it. The post drops into a matching floor base and the whole assembly bolts down. The 2-7\/8-inch diameter wants a clean, level cutout so the base sits flat, and a base plate that isn't dead level is the usual reason a post binds or rocks. If your seat base uses a different bolt circle than the pedestal top, you may need an adapter plate to marry the two. It's worth reinforcing the deck under the mount beyond the bare minimum. The H-31 rating assumes the structure under it can carry the load, and a little extra backing plate or plywood doubler keeps the whole seat from flexing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you run in salt, give the swivel a little love. A shot of marine grease on the lock mechanism a few times a season keeps it turning freely and keeps the pin from stiffening up. The anodized finish shrugs off spray and does a good job resisting corrosion, but like any aluminum part living outdoors, a rinse after a salty day and an occasional wipe-down go a long way. Do that and this pedestal will outlast a couple of seat cushions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a simple, honest piece of hardware. Fixed height, one solid post, a locking swivel that does its job. If you know the height you want and you've got a deck ready to bolt into, it's an easy call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e9-inch fixed post height sets your seat at a consistent, no-fuss height for helm, companion, or table use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-7\/8-inch post diameter matches Springfield's Second Generation floor bases for a solid, no-wobble mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnodized aluminum construction stays light up high and resists salt and UV corrosion season after season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocking Trac-Lock swivel rotates a full 360 degrees, then locks the seat forward so it won't spin underway\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eABYC Code H-31 AD rated, engineered to the marine seat-mount load standard surveyors look for\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-down base drops into a matching floor mount for a permanent, secure fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFixed-height design keeps the seat low and stable, ideal for skiffs, bay boats, aluminum fishing boats, and pontoons\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 does the ABYC H-31 AD rating mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eH-31 is the American Boat and Yacht Council standard for boat seats and pedestal mounts. The AD rating tells you this pedestal was built to that spec for load and swivel-lock strength. It's a detail surveyors and insurers like to see, and it means the post and base are engineered for the real forces a seat takes underway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the Trac-Lock swivel lock in place, or does it spin freely?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt does both. The Trac-Lock swivel rotates a full 360 degrees when you release it, so you can turn to face the cockpit or step out of the seat. Engage the lock and it holds the seat forward so it won't swing on you while you're running. Just make sure the lock pin is fully seated under a heavy load so it doesn't slip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this an adjustable-height pedestal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is a fixed-height post at 9 inches. You set the seat once at that height and it stays there. If you need to change your seated height on the fly, you'd want an adjustable or air-powered post instead. Measure your seated helm height before you buy so the fixed 9 inches works for your layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my existing seat base and floor mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post is 2-7\/8 inches in diameter and drops into Springfield's matching Second Generation floor base. Up top, if your seat's bolt pattern is different from the swivel's, you may need an adapter plate to marry the two. Check your seat base bolt circle against the swivel before you install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat deck prep does it need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBolt the base to a clean, level surface. A cutout or base plate that isn't dead level is the usual cause of a post that binds or rocks. Reinforce the deck under the mount with a backing plate or plywood doubler. The H-31 rating assumes solid structure underneath, so a little extra backing keeps the seat from flexing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I keep the swivel working in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eGive the lock mechanism a shot of marine grease a few times a season. That keeps it turning freely and stops the lock pin from stiffening up. Rinse the pedestal after a salty day too. The anodized finish resists corrosion well, but a quick freshwater rinse and occasional wipe-down keeps it looking and working right for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the post made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCast, anodized aluminum. Aluminum keeps the post light so you're not adding weight up high, and the anodized layer seals the surface against salt and UV. It's the same material Springfield uses across the Second Generation line for strength without the corrosion headaches of bare metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat kind of boats is this pedestal best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a good fit for helm seats, companion seats, or table pedestals on center consoles, bay boats, aluminum fishing boats, and pontoons where a fixed 9-inch height works. 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