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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by PAKINGRANCH13
I have the seat titled completely back and the lower seat up as high as it goes in the front.
Do you mean you're reclined pretty far? I don't know how you drive like that. I sit more upright, which is why I run out of headroom @ 6'5" and 220 lbs. You can see the photos at the beginning of this thread.
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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 09:46 PM
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Too bad you don't have enough headroom. Let us know if you find a more comfortable ride. I'm in the market, not brand loyal, and rate trucks in the following order:

1. Reliability.
2. Comfort.
3. Performance.
4. Fuel mileage.

I'd be interested to know if you find something more comfortable (which is really subjective, but I'd still be interested).
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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by News in
Too bad you don't have enough headroom. Let us know if you find a more comfortable ride. I'm in the market, not brand loyal, and rate trucks in the following order:

1. Reliability.
2. Comfort.
3. Performance.
4. Fuel mileage.

I'd be interested to know if you find something more comfortable (which is really subjective, but I'd still be interested).
143.then 2...with todays trucks...
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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 09:55 PM
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Thats the price you pay for being awkwardly tall. Vehicles are built for the average person in mind. Glad I'm average lol.
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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve Osborne
143.then 2...with todays trucks...
Today's trucks are 4,3,2,1 from what I've seen. Reliability is sacrificed for fuel mileage somewhat. Performance is pretty great. Tech is outstanding, the ride is good, but the seats from a mid 90's truck are more comfortable. But I value reliability as #1, since I seldom trade if everything works out right with the vehicle.
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Old Apr 2, 2016 | 10:10 PM
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what is your height, I am 6'7 and I seem to be OK in it
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Old Apr 3, 2016 | 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by OddManOut
Do you mean you're reclined pretty far? I don't know how you drive like that. I sit more upright, which is why I run out of headroom @ 6'5" and 220 lbs. You can see the photos at the beginning of this thread.
I don't recline but it's tilted back. The top button allows you to tilt the entire seat back. You must like to be really upright, may I ask what vehicle you drive now? The truck is the biggest interior I've ever owned.
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Old Apr 3, 2016 | 12:52 AM
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I wonder if a headrest from the previous gen would fit and fix your issue? I have a 2014 and 2015 sitting at home and can check for you when I get back in a few days.
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Old Apr 3, 2016 | 01:25 AM
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Try reclining the seat back an inch or so. You'll be surprised at the difference it makes.
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Old Apr 3, 2016 | 07:05 AM
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I haven't seen anyone mention lowering the seat. I have electric seats, and I'm pretty sure when you lower the seat bottom it moves independently of the seat back.
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