{"product_id":"springfield-explorer-12in-fixed-boat-seat-pedestal","title":"Springfield Explorer 12in Fixed-Height Boat Seat Pedestal 2-3\/8in","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Springfield Explorer is a fixed-height boat seat pedestal that stands 12 inches on a 2-3\/8 inch anodized aluminum post. It's rated to ABYC Code H-31 AP, so it's engineered to hold up under a seated passenger while you're underway. Bolt it in once and forget about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Springfield Explorer is a fixed-height boat seat pedestal built for boaters who want a solid, no-nonsense seat mount that just stays put. It stands 12 inches tall on a 2-3\/8 inch anodized aluminum post, and it's rated to ABYC Code H-31 AP. Whether you're replacing a tired old pedestal or rigging a fresh seat on a console, a walkaround, or a pontoon, this is the kind of part you bolt in once and don't think about again. No moving parts to wear out, no gas cylinder to lose pressure. Just a clean, strong post that keeps your seat exactly where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's talk height. Twelve inches is a low-to-medium sit. It works well when you want your eyes right at dash level on a center console, or when you're setting up a companion seat where a taller post would feel perched. On boats with tall gunwales, some folks find 12 inches sits a touch low for long runs, so measure your helm before you commit. If you already know a 12-inch rise is what your layout calls for, this one nails it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe post is 2-3\/8 inches in diameter, and that's the key number when you're matching a base. Your seat base and this pedestal have to share the same bore. A 2-3\/8 inch post drops into a 2-3\/8 inch base and nothing else. Try to force it into a 2-7\/8 inch base and you'll fight wobble forever, so double-check your existing hardware before you order. If your current setup is the wider size, you'll want a matching base rather than an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnodized aluminum is the right material for a part that lives out in the weather. It resists corrosion far better than raw metal, and it holds its finish through sun and spray. One tip from the dock: in saltwater, hit the post with a little anti-seize where it slides into the base. Aluminum-on-aluminum can seize up after a season if it goes in dry, and a dab of anti-seize at install saves you a real headache down the road when it's time to pull the seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout that ABYC H-31 AP rating. ABYC is the standard-setting body for boat building, and H-31 covers seat and pedestal strength. In plain terms, it means this pedestal has been engineered and tested to hold up under the loads a seated passenger puts on it while you're underway. Pair it with a seat swivel that's also H-31 rated so the whole stack meets the standard, not just the post. A compliant post under a non-compliant swivel doesn't do you much good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward, but do it right. The base bolts to your deck, and you want a backing plate underneath, especially on fiberglass. A 1\/4 inch aluminum backing plate spreads the load and keeps the deck from cracking around the bolt holes over time. On a solid aluminum deck you've got more to work with, but a backing plate is cheap insurance either way. Torque the fasteners evenly and check them after your first few trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA couple of honest notes. This is a fixed-height post, so there's no gas-lift or twist-to-raise adjustment. If you need to change seat height on the fly, that's a different pedestal. And it's a pedestal only, so no seat or swivel base comes in the box. What you're buying is a proven, standards-rated mount. It shines on 22 to 26 foot walkarounds and consoles where you want a rock-solid seat position. On very small skiffs with a lot of deck flex, keep an eye on your bolts, since flex can work fasteners loose over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line: if you want a fixed 12-inch seat mount that meets ABYC H-31 AP, fits a 2-3\/8 inch base, and holds up in salt, the Springfield Explorer is an easy call. Install it once, torque it down, and get back on the water where you belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFixed 12-inch post height for a low-to-medium seated position at the helm or a companion seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-3\/8 inch post diameter drops into any matching 2-3\/8 inch seat base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnodized aluminum construction resists corrosion and holds its finish through sun and saltwater spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRated to ABYC Code H-31 AP, engineered and tested for seated-passenger loads underway\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo moving parts and no gas cylinder, so nothing to wear out or lose pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart of the Springfield Explorer fixed-height pedestal line\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-down base install, pairs with a 1\/4 inch backing plate for fiberglass decks\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 post diameter is this and what base does it fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe post is 2-3\/8 inches in diameter. It fits a matching 2-3\/8 inch seat base. It will not fit a 2-7\/8 inch base, so check your existing hardware before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow tall does it stand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a fixed 12-inch post height. That's a low-to-medium sit, good for putting your eyes near dash level on a console or for a companion seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the height adjustable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is a fixed-height pedestal, so there's no gas-lift or twist-to-raise adjustment. If you need to change seat height on the fly, you'll want a different pedestal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does ABYC Code H-31 AP mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eABYC is the standard-setting body for boat building, and H-31 covers seat and pedestal strength. It means this pedestal is engineered and tested to hold up under the loads a seated passenger puts on it while you're underway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's it made of, and will it hold up in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's anodized aluminum, which resists corrosion and keeps its finish through sun and spray. In saltwater, add a little anti-seize where the post meets the base at install so the aluminum doesn't seize up over a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes a seat or swivel come with it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is the pedestal only. You'll add your own seat and swivel base. 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