seat track source

[LJM]

Any source of raw Cesena style seat track? Does not need to be approved. I can only find expensive approved premade track.

Thanks,
larry

[martymayes]

Any source of raw Cesena style seat track? Does not need to be approved. I can only find expensive approved premade track.

The closest thing I have ever seen is from a company that makes scale railroad track for model railroading. Similar (but not exact) profile, simliar (but not exact) dimensions. Not sure of the material specs, hardness, etc. I think aviation seat track is not a generic extrusion but rather a manufacturer spec'd extrusion and I think the manufacturer would be tight lipped about specifics.

[FlyingRon]

Would something like this work. It's designed for cargo tiedowns in trailers and the like. It's "aircraft grade" for what that's worth.
https://www.cargoequipmentcorp.com/H...BoCyO0QAvD_BwE

[LJM]

Unfortunately not for the seat, but perhaps I can for the luggage space. A very reasonable price too. I may call them and ask about the Cessna style rail..
thanks

[WLIU]

Have you tried the aircraft salvage yards? Wentworth etc? Used parts typically are priced at 50% of new.

Best of luck,

Wes

[Scooper]

The usual reason Cessna seat rails have to be replaced is that rail holes that the spring loaded seat adjustment rod lock into become elongated and worn beyond the specified maximum wear leading to the possibility that the rod slips out of the hole causing the seat to slide backward on the rail resulting in pilot loss of control. Be careful buying used rails; make sure the wear around the rod holes is within specified tolerance. I bit the bullet and bought from McFarlane.