TWinter Posted July 1, 2013 Report Posted July 1, 2013 I know the topic has been discussed, but there were not very many replies. With temps here in TN well into the 90s in the summer and some pretty good cold snaps during winter I'm considering the sheepskin seat cover route. I called Aero Comfort today and they are not making them anymore, but Hector gave me another company. Question is for those of you that have used them. Do they really make a difference during the extreme seasons?. My hanger-mate swears by them in his twin. I hate to cover up this new leather upholstery, but I'm to the point in life were I'm function/comfort is as important as the newest avionics or paint. How about just the sheepskin seat-cushions? work?. I think I would prefer the full cover though to prevent constant re-adjust everytime I slide in and out. Quote
fantom Posted July 1, 2013 Report Posted July 1, 2013 As long as you don't go for cheap covers, custom fit ones can be excellent. http://www.pilotshop.com/sheepskin-seatcovers-universal-p-12074.html?utm_campaign=google-simple&utm_medium=product_search&utm_source=google-simple&gclid=CP_gxYq1j7gCFYVQ7AodJEUA2A 1 Quote
KSMooniac Posted July 1, 2013 Report Posted July 1, 2013 I got custom ones on the fronts from Aero Comfort years ago... they are excellent year-round. I'm about to design and spec my new seats and plan to use perforated leather in the center sections, and then give that a try and see if it helps with breathability in the summer. I suspect I'll end up putting the sheepskins back on, though. I don't really like the "look" of the full cover that wraps around all over, so I might see if I can get creative and some up with some sort of way to cut my covers down to just the center sections to match the new seats and clip/attach them in as needed. 1 Quote
fantom Posted July 1, 2013 Report Posted July 1, 2013 I'm about to design and spec my new seats and plan to use perforated leather in the center sections, and then give that a try and see if it helps with breathability in the summer. I have the perforated leather seats, Scott, and they help dramatically in the hot humid summers we have down here. Quote
Jeff_S Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 +1 on the sheepskin seat covers. They are comfortable year-round and I would highly recommend them. Quote
rbridges Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 I thought they would be HOT during the summer months. Quote
1964-M20E Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 You could also remvoe the forn seats and bring them to your local upolstry shop and thye can custom fit some for you if Aero Comfort does not have them or make them for you. Quote
aviatoreb Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 I know the topic has been discussed, but there were not very many replies. With temps here in TN well into the 90s in the summer and some pretty good cold snaps during winter I'm considering the sheepskin seat cover route. I called Aero Comfort today and they are not making them anymore, but Hector gave me another company. Question is for those of you that have used them. Do they really make a difference during the extreme seasons?. My hanger-mate swears by them in his twin. I hate to cover up this new leather upholstery, but I'm to the point in life were I'm function/comfort is as important as the newest avionics or paint. How about just the sheepskin seat-cushions? work?. I think I would prefer the full cover though to prevent constant re-adjust everytime I slide in and out. These guys have a nice and custom fitted product: http://www.rmsheepskin.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/scstore/c-Aircraft_Seatcovers.html?E+scstore 1 Quote
TWinter Posted July 2, 2013 Author Report Posted July 2, 2013 I thought they would be HOT during the summer months. That was a concern I had as well, but I had also heard they actually worked well in the summer. In addition to the positive feedback to the thread I have noticed that many commercial airline pilots use them regularly. My plane is in for annual and upgrades. Might be a good time to order a set and give it a try. Thanks for the input. Quote
N601RX Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 Here is a icewater cooled seat cover. http://www.batteryheatedclothing.com/heated-clothing/circulating-cooling-clothing/ice-circulating-cooling-single-car-seat-cover/ Quote
fantom Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 Here is a icewater cooled seat cover. I'm wondering how those ice chests for A/C and seat cooling will do when you hit some turbulence? Do you have this product? Quote
N601RX Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 No, but there has been a few days lately I would have like to have had it. They also make a vest you can wear. I've been looking at the AC coolers. If you use frozen plastic bottles and a small amount of water I don't think it would slosh over. Quote
Jeff_S Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 I thought they would be HOT during the summer months. Negative, not hot at all. Sheepskin is first and foremost an insulator, so it protects you from the cold seat in the winter and the hot seat in the summer. Plus, it breathes and wicks moisture away just like any woolen fabric, so it keeps your backside cool and dry in the hotter months even when wearing shorts. Of course, it only works on what it touches, which doesn't include your lower legs. Funny story...first summer I had my Mooney I was flying around on some hot days, and one day I noticed these two patterns of spots on the carpet in front of my seat. "What the heck is that?" I wondered, until it dawned on me that my LEGS were still sweating...but I assure you my butt was cool and dry. Too much information? Quote
aviatoreb Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 Negative, not hot at all. Sheepskin is first and foremost an insulator, so it protects you from the cold seat in the winter and the hot seat in the summer. Plus, it breathes and wicks moisture away just like any woolen fabric, so it keeps your backside cool and dry in the hotter months even when wearing shorts. Of course, it only works on what it touches, which doesn't include your lower legs. Funny story...first summer I had my Mooney I was flying around on some hot days, and one day I noticed these two patterns of spots on the carpet in front of my seat. "What the heck is that?" I wondered, until it dawned on me that my LEGS were still sweating...but I assure you my butt was cool and dry. Too much information? When I first started bike race - in the 1980s - we used to wear wool jerseys - short sleeve wool jerseys in the summer. It sounds like it would be hot but it wasn't. The material breaths beautifully and wicks and if it is a soft wool then it feels nice on the skin too. The jerseys have been replaced with cheaper synthetic materials but not better materials in my opinion. Quote
OR75 Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 sheepskin is like tea: it cools you down when it is hot, and warm you up when it is cold Quote
randypugh Posted July 2, 2013 Report Posted July 2, 2013 I have a pair of covers from my Ovation if anyone is interested Quote
Philippe Posted August 16, 2013 Report Posted August 16, 2013 I'm just looking for sheepskin for a Ovation 3 2008. (Ivory) Quote
Txbyker Posted August 16, 2013 Report Posted August 16, 2013 Brittany Glassman Parts Manager Premier Aircraft Sales and Service, Inc. Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport 5544 N.W. 23rd Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 (954) 334-2393 Service Office They will make you some for about $850 U.S. Russ Quote
RJBrown Posted August 16, 2013 Report Posted August 16, 2013 I find them uncomfortable. They are so thick that the seat bottom ends up too "short". Your butt is on the edge of the seat and your legs are unsupported. Another argument AGAINST leather seats and for fabric. Quote
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