Friends:
The reclining second row seat parts arrived and they are first class quality. I'm going to have them installed in about the next 10 days and will report back then with pictures.
The fellow who manufactures these parts in Japan is an independent operator and seems like a very honorable fellow. We've exchanged a number of friendly e-mails to make sure everyone was happy with the way we are proceeding. Given the high quality of the product and the cost (and shortcomings) of the alternatives I explored, $900 delivered in California is a fair deal. There was no import duty.
I want to go on record as saying that I am opposed to unauthorized copying of the product of a decent guy who is trying to make a living. If he was a bum, I'd feel differently, but he isn't.
Best regards,
George
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Black 2005 Adventure Series; factory touch screen GPS w/XM radio; factory express open/close sunroof; reclining second row seats; Warn 9.5ti Multi-Mount Winch; Gobi Stealth roof rack with PIAA lights; HotShot windshield washer fluid system
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