Low Profile Detailing Seat Review / C & B

[Bunky]

White Manufacturing DTS2 Low Profile Detailing Seat

Manufacturer`s description on amazon.com

* Four 2-1/2 inch inline rollers
* Comfortable high backed seat
* Side pockets with dividers and holders
* 3/4 inch steel tubular frame structure
* Ground clearance: 3 inch


Specifications


Background
I got this low profile seat for Christmas as a gift. I wanted something that would make it easier on the back than polishing while sitting on the ground (even with a padded mat) or in a mechanic stool (round adjustable seat with casters). I really got interested in this after seeing a writeup by LegacyGT (Bill) using a Crazy Creek camp seat. I got that as well but got interested in this based upon forum discussions.

The user experience
It shipped in a large box but had to assemble the seat to the frame. The box was crushed somewhat since there was so much air during shipment (and it was in a second box added by amazon. com!) I did not see any visible damage. The steel frame makes it quite hefty and seems very rigid especially given the casters are on the perimeter.

I got to use it soon after I got it. It does really make working lower easier on the back. When polishing paint, you can do it two ways: splay legs in front of you or legs straight out and under the vehicles with your back against the seat. The splay method works better for general tasks and other method requires room under the vehicle and your ability to hold the polisher against the paint more with your arms.

The other nice item is it rolls great so you can move yourself down the side without getting up. The side pockets work ok for holding a bottle of polish or a favorite beverage. The compartments are not very high
bottles will tip. The ground clearance is about 3 inches. I know this is driven by the caster height.

The manufacturer also makes a mostly plastic version for much less.

Front view



Side holders



Side view against car



next to car



Underside




Side view underside



Close up of caster / frame




Pic of caster




Label



Pros
1. Works very well for what it is intended
2. Very durable construction with padded seat with a back
3. Nice rolling casters
4. Side pockets to store detailing products or recreational beverages

Cons
1. Expensive. I could see Northern Tool selling this for $60. It is clearly marked as patented so not sure if others would copy it. I did not do any price shopping or extra research.
2. Side storage could be more useful
3. Seat assembled needs to be detailed

First use of Lightroom to publish and adding water. No pixels were harmed or altered except to resize images. I want to make the watermark less obvious.

[mjlinane]

Saw your review on l2d. Looks great but, wow, $150-$200 for a piece of molded plastic and casters! I`d be tempted to steal the design and diy it out of wood (for personal use only, of course).

FWIW - I use a regular mechanics creeper when I work that low.

[Rocket]

Wow that`s more than I thought it would be but it sounds like its worth it. Thanks for posting a review

I`ve thought about getting a creeper but this may be a better option

[rwright]

That`s pretty sweet! I get tired of sitting on the floor and this is cheaper than a scissor lift (if I had room of course).

[holland_patrick]

Expensive. But sounds like it does the trick best to only buy once. And get what you want the. To by many

[CT3]

Thanks for the review. I really need to get some type of chair.

[classofshine]

Sounds nice, and the picture I found look promising. Im seeing a DIY idea here. Get a boat seat, plywood 2x3 and some casters. Probably 25-30 if you have the means, and customizable for your storage needs.

[Rocket]

Expensive. But sounds like it does the trick best to only buy once. And get what you want the. To by many

That`s what I always say as well.

[Old Pirate]

Thank you for the review AL, any pictures of it?

[Bunky]

Thank you for the review AL, any pictures of it?

I was having access issues and posted the correct review with pics.

[Bunky]

I see this got posted on facebook. I guess someone chooses what to post.

[Todd@RUPES]

I see this got posted on facebook. I guess someone chooses what to post.

What page on FACEBOOK? All new threads are posted to the Autopia page.

Great review by the way.

[Bunky]

What page on FACEBOOK? All new threads are posted to the Autopia page.

Great review by the way.

I had not noticed that every new post was posted in Facebook. I was scrolling down and recognized one of my pics.

[Old Pirate]

Up holders? That`s what I`m talking about!

[Dr Oldz]

I like the idea. I usually use cardboard. When I saw the pic it reminded me of a Roller Racer. Anyone remember these?