It’s no secret that a perfectly fitted seat gives a driver better control and feedback when it comes to any form of motorsport, but what do you do if you share the car with another driver to the point you might even be hot-swapping during endurance racing events? Jota Sport in the UK were kind enough to help us explain this using one of their LMP2 cars, for the example, while former Formula 1 mechanic Vaughan Cartwright of Real Equipe prepared the mould.
Andre Simon gives a brief overview of two options teams can use, one more budget orientated, the other less so but more durable.
First up is the budget option where polystyrene and 2 pot epoxy are placed into a plastic bag, moulded to the driver and then covered with fabric to add some durability.
The second option discussed involves 3D modelling and CNC machining the insert to the driver's shape/preference which adds more cost, but will also outlast the first option when done and used correctly.
During a race, it is relatively easy for the pit crew to swap between either insert during a driver change to add that extra level of control for the drivers allowing faster lap times and consistent results.
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