Disappointed with Stratos Seating..............

Submitted: Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:01

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Sir Kev & Darkie

I ordered a Stratos Suspension seat (This one) on the 29th of May c/w air lumber and forward tilt, to fit into Darkie to replace the standard driver seat. When I ordered it I was told that it would take 2.5 weeks max to get it supplied from Stratos.
I was hoping to have it before the trip to Innamincka next week. How silly am I??
I have been told today that it will be at least another 1 - 2 weeks before they can supply it. WTF it has been nearly 6 weeks now.

I hope the seat will live up to the reputation of being very good. If I had to buy it myself (this one is being paid for by DVA) I would buy a second hand one as it would have to be quicker than waiting for a new on to be supplied from Stratos.

Rant over

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Reply By: Wizard1 - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:07

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:07

How did you get DVA to pay for it?

Happy to communicate by email.

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Follow Up By: Matt(WA) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:22

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:22

Wizard,
Got mine through DVA to. I had a assessment done on my house and car for my accepted condition and they went from there, told them what I wanted and they did the research and said yes. Email is mattbrook@pgsr.com.au

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:23

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:23

Most people know about it already ;)

Due to have a stuffed back and having it accepted by DVA, I requested that I have an assessment done by an occupational Therapist.
The OT recommended that I get a replacement seat for both the car and the office.
From there they sought approval from DVA for the supply of the seats. Once the approval was granted by DVA they contacted the relevant companies and me to organise the supply and fit of the car seat. The invoice for the seat is sent directly to DVA for payment.

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Reply By: Matt(WA) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:21

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:21

Mate,
Mine took about 2-3 months to get here. They are worth the wait!!!
And that was through a OL Dealership.
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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:26

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:26

I know it just schites me when they don't supply within the time frame they give you.
I could have gotten 2 never used ones with the wrong bases for $750 each of E Bay last week but the seller wouldn't freight them :(

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:27

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:27

I have also just rang around the dealers within 200km of here to see if they have one in stock but no joy :(

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Follow Up By: Member - Roachie (SA) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:35

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:35

Matt,

Could I ask you whether this type of suspension seat affects the amount of legroom for the person sitting behind the driver? Also, is there any space under the seat for the back seat passenger's feet to fit?

I've wanted one of these seats for a while now, but cannot take away any legroon from my 3 growing boys who have to "live" in the back for hours on end....

Thanks in advance,

Roachie

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Reply By: Member -Signman - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:59

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 13:59

Geez- ya getting the thing for nothing & ya still whinging !!

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:00

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:00

So 13 years of serving my nation and being disabled due to it, is for nothing then............ Get a grip

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Follow Up By: Member -Signman - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:06

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:06

Been there- done that..but only 12 years !!

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:07

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:07

So why comment then??

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Follow Up By: Wizard1 - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:04

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:04

Done more than both you blokes combined and still hanging in there after 28 years.

Waiting for a few new service conditions to kick in before pulling the pin that will make life easier once out.

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:07

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:07

If they didn't give me the boot I would still be there. I loved my time in the Army.

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Follow Up By: Member -Signman - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:19

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 15:19

Hi Wizard..
I'd been in and out before you even started..
Marched into Portsea OCS Dec. 64- and packed the kitbag Nov. 76.
Walked out with my DFRB payment, and have no intentions of claiming any Service benefits, even after 2 stints in SE Asia..

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Follow Up By: stefan P (Penrith NSW) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 18:15

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 18:15

does being a member of the APS count as serving my nation??

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Follow Up By: Matt(WA) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 20:54

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 20:54

Dont think your comment is really valid Signman. Its great that your not claiming any benefits. I have only claimed what I have been entitled to. I lost my job after 10.5 years in the Navy. I didnt want to leave. I now cant play any of the sports I used to play and have had to swap from being a hands on tradie to a manager. So good on you mate but I didnt ask to get pensioned off and some of these little things they give us help to enjoy some of the thing that I used to be able to, like accually drive a car! Just my two cents worth. Have a nice day.

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Reply By: Isuzumu - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:31

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:31

Hope it does not stuff up your trip mate....we are currently in Thargomindah, all going great so far....waiting for Trevor to catch up, he may not get away till tomorrow.
Fuel price in Thargo today Thargo Motors (Toyota Dealer) was 192.9 and Shell 195.1 and the caravan park has free wireless internet and Annie just said $2 to do the washing.

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:33

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 14:33

I will probably fuel up in Thargo this time next week.

I will just have to use the back brace and lumber cushion again. As well as have a supply of medications for when I arrive as I don't like driving whilst on some of the medications I have.

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Follow Up By: stefan P (Penrith NSW) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 18:13

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 18:13

"as I don't like driving whilst on some of the medications I have."

Don't blame ya mate.....they make you do silly things like support QLD! :):):)

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Reply By: Member - T N (Qld) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:04

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:04

Kev
alway's remember the grunt's motto,

Up the Old Red Rooster and More Pi$$.

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Follow Up By: brushmarx - Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 08:48

Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 08:48

Hey, TN(Qld)
Mate, get your facts right.
That's the 21 Construction (Engineers) motto, nothing to do with mindless grunts.
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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 10:34

Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 10:34

21 Const Sqn at that and not the 21 Const Regt (Reserve Unit).

I spent a few good years with the Red Rooster.

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Follow Up By: Dasher Des - Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 12:56

Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 12:56

Was the 21st Construction Co. the one based at Holsworthy. Spent 18 months there in 71/72 and it was absorbed into 1 Field Reg back then. Gezz we had some good times. and some crap ones too I might add.

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 13:18

Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 13:18

I think it was 17 Const Sqn (a little bear will fix it) that was part of 1 Field Regt which is now 1 Combat Engineer Regiment in Darwin. 17 Const Sqn is a stand alone unit still based in the same old lines at Holsworthy. I was posted to 17 Const Sqn for 8 years.

21 Const Sqn were based at Pucka and have moved to Enoggera (Brisbane).

Both 21 and 17 Const Sqn are the main Army units that have been rebuilding Aboriginal communities throughout Aust as well as providing support to OS deployments.

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Reply By: Member - barry F (NSW) - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:41

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 17:41

Sorry to hear it hasn't been delivered Kev as I know you were particuarly keen to have it fitted prior to the Innaminka trip. Let's hope it lives up to your expectations when it finaly arrives & makes driving that much more comfortable for you. Cheers.

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Reply By: S&N - Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 21:24

Tuesday, Jul 01, 2008 at 21:24

just wondering why that particular model? we are looking at the;
http://www.stratos.com.au/products/4x4/
the 3000 LTSS which is the "4X4" seat not a "light commercial" seat. is it better? i know the LTSS has good side support so when you are off road you dont slip and slide around in the seat, what made you choose your one???

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Follow Up By: Sir Kev & Darkie - Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 10:41

Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008 at 10:41

From what I have found the 3000 LTSS is the same as the Light Truck version as it is offered in both the 4x4 and Light Truck variants.
I just ordered an LTSS seat to suit the vehicle.

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