Received new TiLite TR

Brianm · 10-26-2009, 12:09 PM

I have finally recieved my new chair. Let me note that in the picture below I am not done adjusting the chair, the back angle is back a bit too far, I will probably bring the foot plate up just a bit and the COG needs to go back. I moved the COG once but I need to get the back set before messing with COG anymore. (The COG is 2.5" in the picture.) I did move the casters to the bottom hole for a little more ground clearence, I am very close.

I spent the day in it yeasterday and today I am back in my old chair because I need my lockdown for driving and wow, no wonder I have had arm issues! I knew my old chair was a tank and I would benefit from a new chair, but I really think the is something wrong with my old chair, it just doesn't move in comparison.

I ordered Push Blacks to try and went to have them installed Saturday, but I was sent the wrong set.

So that'll have to wait.

SCI_OTR has mentioned before a slight complaint that TiLite will do things without notifying the customer first; I ordered 1" Rear Wheel Spacing and it came with 1 1/4", due to the arm rests; I am fine with it, but contact would have been nice.

I need to thank all on these forums for all the help, it has been invaluable; I post these pictures not only to share but for the possibility that it may help others as I have been helped.

Tiite TR
· 17 wide by 17 deep with 16” upholstery
· 19.5” front stf
· 16” rear stf
· 17.5” – 20.5” adjustable back (set at 18” in picture)
· 2” taper in front
· 80 degree front
· 24” Spinergy’s
· 4” casters on Frog Leg forks (I plan to get Frog Leg alum casters)

Old chair - note: the front angle is 60 degrees, but I am sure it measures more because I lowered the rear seat height, which causes the front to kick out too.

Demo chair - note: it is a 80 degree front, but 6" casters were added to get the front height up, so it actually measures slight over 70 degrees.

CAD

Coleen · 10-26-2009, 12:13 PM

Looks good!

McDuff · 10-26-2009, 12:35 PM

Congrats dude. Yeah you look a little too laid back.

Other than that, it looks like a good fit.

DaleB · 10-26-2009, 01:29 PM

You're lookin' good, Brian! Congrats! Looks like a great fit. Smart thing, waiting to adjust the back before more CoG tweaks. With the back adjusted up you may not need to move CoG back. I only mention this because overall wheelbase has a significant impact on the chair's agility. Moving back will lengthen and may slow it down a bit. Have fun dialing it in perfect for you! Again, looks great, I'm glad you got what you wanted and need!

Brianm · 10-26-2009, 04:13 PM

Thanks all.

I'd love to keep the COG more forward as is because, as you say Dale, it keeps the wheelbase shorter and I like where my arms fall in line, but it is so tippy right now that I can hardly move without going back on the tip tubes. That said, obviously bringing my back more forward will help, some.

fuentejps · 10-26-2009, 04:40 PM

nice ride, now dont wait another 10yrs for your next new one. i still dont get those ugly ass arm rests

Brianm · 10-26-2009, 06:18 PM

Here are a couple pictures of the chair itself...

totoL1 · 10-26-2009, 06:40 PM

Congrats Briann, now you are sitting in good stuff, that`s perfect.

Brianm · 10-26-2009, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by totoL1

Congrats Briann, now you are sitting in good stuff, that`s perfect.

Amen Toto...I wish I would have gotten those fendered side guards you suggested though.

fuentejps · 10-26-2009, 07:05 PM

tighten that seat sling, its really sagging, u may bottom out on the bar

10-26-2009, 12:09 PM	#1
Brianm Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 365	Received new TiLite TR I have finally recieved my new chair. Let me note that in the picture below I am not done adjusting the chair, the back angle is back a bit too far, I will probably bring the foot plate up just a bit and the COG needs to go back. I moved the COG once but I need to get the back set before messing with COG anymore. (The COG is 2.5" in the picture.) I did move the casters to the bottom hole for a little more ground clearence, I am very close. I spent the day in it yeasterday and today I am back in my old chair because I need my lockdown for driving and wow, no wonder I have had arm issues! I knew my old chair was a tank and I would benefit from a new chair, but I really think the is something wrong with my old chair, it just doesn't move in comparison. I ordered Push Blacks to try and went to have them installed Saturday, but I was sent the wrong set. So that'll have to wait. SCI_OTR has mentioned before a slight complaint that TiLite will do things without notifying the customer first; I ordered 1" Rear Wheel Spacing and it came with 1 1/4", due to the arm rests; I am fine with it, but contact would have been nice. I need to thank all on these forums for all the help, it has been invaluable; I post these pictures not only to share but for the possibility that it may help others as I have been helped. Tiite TR · 17 wide by 17 deep with 16” upholstery · 19.5” front stf · 16” rear stf · 17.5” – 20.5” adjustable back (set at 18” in picture) · 2” taper in front · 80 degree front · 24” Spinergy’s · 4” casters on Frog Leg forks (I plan to get Frog Leg alum casters) Old chair - note: the front angle is 60 degrees, but I am sure it measures more because I lowered the rear seat height, which causes the front to kick out too. Demo chair - note: it is a 80 degree front, but 6" casters were added to get the front height up, so it actually measures slight over 70 degrees. CAD __________________ C5-6 - 8/13/1982 Last edited by Brianm; 10-26-2009 at 04:36 PM.

10-26-2009, 12:13 PM	#2
Coleen Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tacoma, Wa Posts: 569	Looks good! __________________ [

10-26-2009, 12:35 PM	#3
McDuff Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Dallas area, Tx Posts: 2,639	Congrats dude. Yeah you look a little too laid back. Other than that, it looks like a good fit. __________________ "a T10, who'd Rather be ridin'; than rollin'"

10-26-2009, 01:29 PM	#4
DaleB Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 1,470	You're lookin' good, Brian! Congrats! Looks like a great fit. Smart thing, waiting to adjust the back before more CoG tweaks. With the back adjusted up you may not need to move CoG back. I only mention this because overall wheelbase has a significant impact on the chair's agility. Moving back will lengthen and may slow it down a bit. Have fun dialing it in perfect for you! Again, looks great, I'm glad you got what you wanted and need! __________________ __________________

10-26-2009, 04:13 PM	#5
Brianm Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 365	Thanks all. I'd love to keep the COG more forward as is because, as you say Dale, it keeps the wheelbase shorter and I like where my arms fall in line, but it is so tippy right now that I can hardly move without going back on the tip tubes. That said, obviously bringing my back more forward will help, some. __________________ C5-6 - 8/13/1982

10-26-2009, 04:40 PM	#6
fuentejps Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: PORTAGE LAKES, OHIO Posts: 6,581	nice ride, now dont wait another 10yrs for your next new one. i still dont get those ugly ass arm rests __________________ inc c4-5 functioning around c6---no triceps, totally ind..... DRINK YOUR PROTEIN, HIT THE GYM AND BE ANYTHING YOU WANT TO BE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "In a world of lies, the only true and honest thing to you is the iron. No matter what you do to it, it will beat you down and make you stronger in the long run."

10-26-2009, 06:18 PM	#7
Brianm Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 365	Here are a couple pictures of the chair itself... __________________ C5-6 - 8/13/1982

10-26-2009, 06:40 PM	#8
totoL1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: spain Posts: 571	Congrats Briann, now you are sitting in good stuff, that`s perfect.

10-26-2009, 07:05 PM	#10
fuentejps Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: PORTAGE LAKES, OHIO Posts: 6,581	tighten that seat sling, its really sagging, u may bottom out on the bar __________________ inc c4-5 functioning around c6---no triceps, totally ind..... DRINK YOUR PROTEIN, HIT THE GYM AND BE ANYTHING YOU WANT TO BE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "In a world of lies, the only true and honest thing to you is the iron. No matter what you do to it, it will beat you down and make you stronger in the long run."

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