Installing a racing seat

GeraldM2 · 11-26-2023, 12:35 AM

Installing a recaro pole position in the coming weeks and have no idea where to start. So i figured i'd come to the fourms for some solutions.

Which is better? Coding out the seat or getting a physical resistor? (I do not plan on switch seats)

I want a sliding mount that can accomodate me and my friends, but i don't want to compromise on seat angle nor do i want to take too many parts off the stock seat (i am okay with taking the original seat belt buckle)

Any and all help is appreciated!

FaRKle! · 11-26-2023, 12:44 PM

Coding is easier since there aren't really any guides/writeups on the parts to use for emulators.

jwr9152 · 11-27-2023, 06:02 PM

coding is the easy button for sure. For Recaro's with sliders I used the Macht Schnell mount. Worked great. Tried the VAC mount, but it didn't play well. Looked at the Brey Krause, but didn't want to take on the wiring, but looks like a cool set up.

ZM2 · 11-27-2023, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jwr9152

coding is the easy button for sure. For Recaro's with sliders I used the Macht Schnell mount. Worked great. Tried the VAC mount, but it didn't play well. Looked at the Brey Krause, but didn't want to take on the wiring, but looks like a cool set up.

I mentioned the mount I used for my Sport C here, and we coded it: https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2047388

GeraldM2 · 11-28-2023, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FaRKle!

Coding is easier since there aren't really any guides/writeups on the parts to use for emulators.

Sounds good, who would you reccomend to code it out and where should i be putting the harness for the seat?

FaRKle! · 11-28-2023, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GeraldM2

Sounds good, who would you reccomend to code it out and where should i be putting the harness for the seat?

I can code it remotely 😁.

You can just leave the harness under the seat or try to tuck it into the carpet a bit more.

GeraldM2 · 11-29-2023, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FaRKle!

I can code it remotely 😁.

You can just leave the harness under the seat or try to tuck it into the carpet a bit more.

I just need an ENET cable right?

FaRKle! · 11-29-2023, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by GeraldM2

I just need an ENET cable right?

Yup, ethernet to obd2 cable and windows laptop (or Mac with windows emulator) with ethernet port.

GeraldM2 · 11-30-2023, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by FaRKle!

Yup, ethernet to obd2 cable and windows laptop (or Mac with windows emulator) with ethernet port.

Will this one work?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DKCBGJZ...t_details&th=1

If not ill have to cancel this and reorder (NBD)

ThreeStripes · 12-01-2023, 11:26 AM

Not sure if OBD > USB will work or not.

This cable will though for sure: New 2M Ethernet to OBD Interface Cable E-SYS ICOM Coding F-series for BMW ENET https://a.co/d/1vCDxqu

I’d grab that one just to be safe unless someone else can confirm the USB 2.0 route works as well.

FaRKle! · 12-02-2023, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by GeraldM2

Will this one work?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DKCBGJZ...t_details&th=1

If not ill have to cancel this and reorder (NBD)

I recommend getting the ethernet version. Even the cheaper $12-15 models on Amazon work fine.

Justviic · 03-24-2026, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FaRKle!

I can code it remotely 😁.

You can just leave the harness under the seat or try to tuck it into the carpet a bit more.

Reviving this to ask if you’re still offering this service as I’ll be installing mine in the next few days and if so how much

Elganja · 03-24-2026, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Justviic

Reviving this to ask if you’re still offering this service as I’ll be installing mine in the next few days and if so how much

If Farkle cannot— hit up Enabled

E90convert · 03-28-2026, 07:04 AM

My advice is to take your time and be patient. Sounds easy, but building the slider mount is quite a learning curve if it's your first one. The PCI Racing slider mount I used for my Sparco, I had to build it in the car, not a bench build. The stock seat is pretty heavy, so make sure you have a lot of space to move the seats in an out and don't accidentally bang the sharp edges of the mount into things.

For the buckle mount, I had to modify the bracket hole. Drilled out from an 8mm to 10mm hole. Then buy some hardware at the store. I just brought the brackets in and fitted everything.

This is with the PCI mount, other mounts may be different.

mikerunt · 03-28-2026, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by GeraldM2

Sounds good, who would you reccomend to code it out and where should i be putting the harness for the seat?

kubax86

Elganja · 03-30-2026, 07:40 AM

I got a CMS seat mount with recaro slider, recently for my 2nd seat -- it was not cheap, but it was perfect. very easy to setup and use. it has the integrated sub strap bar, and lap belt mounts which makes it a breeze

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jwr9152 Private First Class 146 Rep 194 Posts Drives: M2 Competition Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: Pensacola iTrader: (0)	coding is the easy button for sure. For Recaro's with sliders I used the Macht Schnell mount. Worked great. Tried the VAC mount, but it didn't play well. Looked at the Brey Krause, but didn't want to take on the wiring, but looks like a cool set up.
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ThreeStripes Lieutenant Colonel 2330 Rep 1,650 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	Not sure if OBD > USB will work or not. This cable will though for sure: New 2M Ethernet to OBD Interface Cable E-SYS ICOM Coding F-series for BMW ENET https://a.co/d/1vCDxqu I’d grab that one just to be safe unless someone else can confirm the USB 2.0 route works as well.
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E90convert Captain 468 Rep 701 Posts Drives: F15 xDrive35 M-Sport Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area iTrader: (0)	My advice is to take your time and be patient. Sounds easy, but building the slider mount is quite a learning curve if it's your first one. The PCI Racing slider mount I used for my Sparco, I had to build it in the car, not a bench build. The stock seat is pretty heavy, so make sure you have a lot of space to move the seats in an out and don't accidentally bang the sharp edges of the mount into things. For the buckle mount, I had to modify the bracket hole. Drilled out from an 8mm to 10mm hole. Then buy some hardware at the store. I just brought the brackets in and fitted everything. This is with the PCI mount, other mounts may be different. __________________ '25 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club '17 F15 X5 xDrive35i M-Sport '18 B9 Audi A4 Premium Plus quattro S-tronic Other sold cars of interest: E90 335i, S2000, E92 335xi, C6Z, F30 335i, 987.2 S, OG M2 LCI
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Elganja Private First Class 97 Rep 129 Posts Drives: M2C, Huracan, Sierra Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Northern Virginia iTrader: (0)	I got a CMS seat mount with recaro slider, recently for my 2nd seat -- it was not cheap, but it was perfect. very easy to setup and use. it has the integrated sub strap bar, and lap belt mounts which makes it a breeze
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