{"product_id":"springfield-adjustable-trac-lock-boat-pedestal-12-15-5in","title":"Springfield Adjustable Trac-Lock Boat Seat Pedestal 12-15.5in","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThis is Springfield's adjustable-height boat seat pedestal, the one you reach for when a fixed post won't sit right for every driver. The 2-3\/8 inch anodized aluminum post telescopes from 12 to 15-1\/2 inches and locks where you want it, and the Trac-Lock swivel lets the seat spin and lock in place. ABYC H-31 AD rated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever sat behind the helm of a runabout that was set up for someone a foot taller than you, you already know why an adjustable pedestal earns its keep. This Springfield MainStay pedestal telescopes from 12 inches all the way up to 15-1\/2 inches, so the driver who likes to stand a little and the one who'd rather sit low both get a comfortable eye line to the water. You set the height, lock it, and it stays put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe post is 2-3\/8 inch anodized aluminum, which is the size Springfield built its plug-in base system around. Anodizing matters more than it sounds. It's the finish that keeps the aluminum from chalking and pitting after a few seasons in the sun and salt spray. On a boat that lives on a trailer or under a covered slip, a post like this will look sharp for years. Leave it uncovered at a saltwater dock and you'll want to rinse it down and keep an eye on the waterline, but that's true of any aluminum out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp top you get the locking Trac-Lock swivel. That's the piece that lets the seat rotate a full turn and then lock in the position you want, whether you're facing forward to run the boat or spun around to talk to the crew while you're anchored up. The lock is what separates a swivel that's actually useful from one that spins on you when the boat takes a wake. Drop the pin, spin the seat, let the pin catch, and you're set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pedestal carries an ABYC H-31 AD rating. In plain terms, that means it's built and tested to the American Boat and Yacht Council standard for helm seating, in the AD load class. It's the kind of spec you don't think about until an insurance surveyor or a careful buyer asks, and it's nice to have the box checked. Through-bolt the base to a solid deck with a backing plate underneath and you've got a seat mount you can trust when the water gets sloppy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Think 18 to 26 foot runabouts, bowriders, center consoles, and pontoons where the helm seat sees real use and one height doesn't fit everybody. It's a great fix for a boat you bought used where the previous owner's pedestal was too short or too tall for you. It works with standard Springfield 2-3\/8 inch plug-in bases and slides, so if you're already running that system, this drops right in. If your boat has an older base with a different bore, measure first, because you may need an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward if you're comfortable with a drill and a few hand tools. The base mounts to the deck, the post plugs in, and the swivel and seat go on top. The one piece of advice from folks who've done a bunch of these: on a fast planing hull that pounds, add a lock washer or a dab of thread locker to the height collar so vibration doesn't back it off over a long day. And once a season, pull the swivel apart, wipe it down, and hit the moving parts with marine grease. That five minute job is what keeps the Trac-Lock turning smooth instead of binding up in salt air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it's not: it's a helm and console seat pedestal, not a table leg or a fixed casting-deck post. If you need a fixed height, Springfield makes those too. But if comfort at the wheel is the goal and more than one person drives the boat, an adjustable post like this one is the 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\u003eAdjustable post height from 12 to 15-1\/2 inches, locks at your set position\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-3\/8 inch anodized aluminum post resists chalking and corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocking Trac-Lock swivel rotates the seat and holds it where you set it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eABYC H-31 AD rated for helm and console seating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpringfield MainStay plug-in design fits standard 2-3\/8 inch bases and slides\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual height collar for quick adjustment on the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnodized finish built for sun and salt exposure\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\u003eHow much height adjustment does this pedestal give me?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post adjusts from 12 inches up to 15-1\/2 inches and locks at the height you set, so you can dial in a comfortable eye line whether you like to sit low or a little higher at the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\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 helm and console seating. The AD designation is the load class it's tested to. In short, it's built and certified to a recognized safety standard for boat seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size base does it need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a 2-3\/8 inch plug-in post, so it fits standard Springfield 2-3\/8 inch bases and slides. If your boat has an older or different-size base, measure the bore first, because you may need an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the swivel lock, or does it spin freely?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a locking Trac-Lock swivel. The seat rotates a full turn and then locks in the position you choose, so it won't spin on you when the boat hits a wake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this include a seat or a base?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt includes the pedestal post and the Trac-Lock swivel. The seat and the deck base are separate, so you can match them to your boat and helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill the aluminum hold up in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post is anodized, which fights the chalking and pitting you get with bare aluminum. Rinse it with fresh water after salt trips and it'll stay sharp for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat boats is this pedestal a good fit for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a natural for 18 to 26 foot runabouts, bowriders, center consoles, and pontoons where more than one person drives and one fixed height doesn't work for everybody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAny maintenance tips to keep it working smoothly?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnce a season, pull the swivel apart, wipe it down, and hit the moving parts with marine grease. 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