NSEMN8R 0 #1 January 21, 2013 What's the most comfortable floor pad you've seen in a 182? I'm thinking about cutting up a 4" memory foam mattress topper and wrapping it in cordura. Any better ideas out there? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #2 January 21, 2013 Sounds heavy."The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerolim 7 #3 January 21, 2013 carpeting with rubber bottom. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,446 #4 January 21, 2013 wrestling-type gym mats (i.e. rubber-coated fairly dense foam) Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBCOOPER 5 #5 January 21, 2013 The blue camping sleeping mats they sell at WalMart. I made a template out of cardboard. Then I used shoegoo to glue two layers together cutting it so that the seams would not overlap. Cut out notches for the side and rear seat belts and a hole for the seat belts in the center right behind the pilot seat. Then bound with cordura. Marco from the AeroStore did the sewing for me.Most comfortable mat I have ever been on in a 182.Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #6 January 21, 2013 In the 206b we just use the guy behind us.I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydive2 1 #7 January 21, 2013 You want to order high resiliency foam (usually have to get it online not at your local craft store) and its expensive, but worth it. Make a template of your floor, using a electric food trimmer, cut your foam. Take it to an upholster and have them cover it. I use Naugahyde, as it passes the FAA burn test, which inspectors like to see, and it's incredibly durable) I've done 3 mats this way. Total for each was close to $700 (around $200 in foam and $500 to the upholster, but we did 2 colors and trim, could be less for more basic ). Worth every penny! I have one that we did almost 8 years ago, foam still feels like new, no rips anywhere and looks professional! Foamonline.com is a good source for foam Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MakeItHappen 15 #8 January 21, 2013 Contact the Nevada Airlift Group. They were selling those at PIA, seemed to be priced ok and the flooring met all FAA requirements. .. Make It Happen Parachute History DiveMaker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildfan75 1 #9 January 22, 2013 Quotewrestling-type gym mats (i.e. rubber-coated fairly dense foam) Wendy P. Ditto this. We have three 182s and the most comfortable mat is the one we got from a high school that was replacing their gym floor mat and we picked up their old one. The second best one is the similar to this one, and the most uncomfortable one is basically cheap foam with a nylon cover. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SEREJumper 1 #10 January 22, 2013 Found it online: High Resilience Foam - 3.0 lb Foam Sheets, cushion foam What did you get for Thickness and Firmness?We're not fucking flying airplanes are we, no we're flying a glorified kite with no power and it should be flown like one! - Stratostar Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpwally 0 #11 January 22, 2013 WTF is an "electric food trimmer " ?smile, be nice, enjoy life FB # - 1083 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #12 January 22, 2013 I assume it's like an electric knife. Kind of a mini chainsaw that I only ever bust out for carving turkeys, but whoah does it carve the hell out of a turkey. It's also handy for disassembling artichokes and pot roasts. I imagine it'd do a pretty good job on foam too (Just wash it before Thanksgiving rolls around.)I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydive2 1 #13 January 22, 2013 An inch to inch and a half is all you need for thickness. I used firm. Electric carving knife, like for a turkey. This is good foam, your not gonna be able to cut it well, if at all, with a razor blade or scissors Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #14 January 22, 2013 Quote An inch to inch and a half is all you need for thickness. "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivingchad 0 #15 January 23, 2013 I do like your padding. I always look forward to sitting in your plane. Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug. Pelt Head #3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
