I know everybody is tired of me, but.....help me decide!!! Please?

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

I've narrowed it down to a BLVD70 or FR85 for DS2. Forward facing.

Stats: About 32#, 41.5 inches tall, 14 inch torso. So average height maybe a bit short and SKINNY.

Sleeps on most trips longer than 15 min, will sleep on a shorter trip if in the afternoon and he's tired. Prone to head slump in most seats except the very reclined.

In the car 2-3 times a week, sometimes more, sometimes less. Anywhere from 10 min to an hour.

I have a 14 month old who is also very tiny so wouldn't be able to use a FR85 for at least another 3 years. But DS2 will definitly fit in a FR85 for 3 years yet.

I'm pregnant with #4 (due early-mid April) who could use the BLVD70 in a year or so I guess or for FF in 4 years or so.

I like the idea of the deep sides and headwings of the BLVD70. Although I do have a an '06 Sedona which has side airbags and great crash test ratings.

Please don't suggest a Radian, I don't care for it FF.

firemomof3 · Feb 22, 2012

I have an 06 Sedona and the Frontier installed very reclined in the captain seats with a large gap in between the Frontier/vehicle seat. That was one of the reasons I decided to sell mine after only a week

But you definitely won't have any head slump.
The BV70 installs really nice/easy rf & ff in the Sedona but there will be a definite lack of leg support which you might want to think about.
What about the ProSport?

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

firemomof3 said:
I have an 06 Sedona and the Frontier installed very reclined in the captain seats with a large gap in between the Frontier/vehicle seat. That was one of the reasons I decided to sell mine after only a week But you definitely won't have any head slump.
The BV70 installs really nice/easy rf & ff in the Sedona but there will be a definite lack of leg support which you might want to think about.
What about the ProSport?

Well, I kinda want the extra year in the BLVD70 or the extra 3 years for the FR85. And with the Prosport I've read things about the seatbelt interfering with the harness and sticking out into the kids back. But I have been kinda considering it, I guess.

Oh, I'll be installing in the 3rd row.

jjordan · Feb 22, 2012

If you're going to use it in a LATCH position, then you wouldn't have to think about the seatbelt issues with the Prosport. (Or, at least, not for a long time.)

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

jjordan said:
If you're going to use it in a LATCH position, then you wouldn't have to think about the seatbelt issues with the Prosport. (Or, at least, not for a long time.)

Very true. But I would like the seatbelt install option, JIC. BUT.....the blue prosport would look lovely in my van (light grey interior, light blue exterior). LOL.

Brianna · Feb 22, 2012

IIRC, Recaro offers a foam wedge to cover the seat belt so it doesn't bother your child's back. In some cases however, the seat belt can interfere with the harness, as shown here http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=138838 this appears to be a vehicle incompatibility issue, maybe somebody has a ProSport and a Sedona to check into it for you.

jjordan · Feb 22, 2012

I'd go with a ProSport! I really like ours. (It's installed with a lap belt and no issues, although I did use lap/shoulder installation in my mom's civic without a problem.)

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

So I guess a Prosport would also work timeline wise. DS2 could use it now till DD is 4 (he'll be 7) then she could use it till 7, then it would be expired.

Hmmmm.........

firemomof3 · Feb 22, 2012

The ProSport installs quick/easy in the 3rd row of my Sedona

And I've been using a seatbelt install in my dh's truck for the past 6mo. and ds hasn't complained but ya, you can just get the wedge from Recaro if needed. Plus, the ProSport make an awesome booster...I think you should get one

If you want I can get some pics tomorrow of the ProSport in my Sedona.

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

firemomof3 said:
The ProSport installs quick/easy in the 3rd row of my Sedona And I've been using a seatbelt install in my dh's truck for the past 6mo. and ds hasn't complained but ya, you can just get the wedge from Recaro if needed. Plus, the ProSport make an awesome booster...I think you should get one
If you want I can get some pics tomorrow of the ProSport in my Sedona.

OMG, pics of the Prosport in your Sedona would be great!! Thank you sooo much!!

firemomof3 · Feb 22, 2012

I have these but its in the captain seat. The ProSport is in dh's truck and he'll be home tomorrow so I'll get the 3rd pics for you tomorrow.

This model still rides rear facing, she just wanted to try the seat out. You can see how the ProSport installs so nicely and flush against the vehicle seat

Here is dd2

Makes a great booster

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

firemomof3 said:
I have these but its in the captain seat. The ProSport is in dh's truck and he'll be home tomorrow so I'll get the 3rd pics for you tomorrow.

You're awesome!! Thanks!

Do you find that when the vehicle headrest in removed in the 3rd row that some FF seats kinda tilt to the side because one side of the back of the car seat goes into the indent from the headrest? I know it's not a safety issue if the seat is installed correctly but I find it annoying with some seats.

firemomof3 · Feb 22, 2012

purplemama said:
You're awesome!! Thanks!

Do you find that when the vehicle headrest in removed in the 3rd row that some FF seats kinda tilt to the side because one side of the back of the car seat goes into the indent from the headrest? I know it's not a safety issue if the seat is installed correctly but I find it annoying with some seats.

I don't think so but a seat tilting doesn't really bother me, so I've never payed much attention to that. And if your ever needing to get 3 across the 3rd row you might want to give the Radian with the angle adjuster a serious thought because it fits great in that little space drives side outboard

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

firemomof3 said:
I don't think so but a seat tilting doesn't really bother me, so I've never payed much attention to that. And if your ever needing to get 3 across the 3rd row you might want to give the Radian with the angle adjuster a serious thought because it fits great in that little space drives side outboard

Little space drivers side outboard?

In my 3rd row it's a 60/40 split with the pass. side the 40 and the drivers side the 60. From what I can tell it's the middle that's little? IDK, maybe I just look at it different?

Lemonade · Feb 22, 2012

Normally I would never see the point of getting a convertible for a child that age, but for the reasons you want it, the size of your child, and the additional child on the way, it might be a good idea. The My Ride is also very reclined FF but I'm not sure of the max harness height on that off-hand.

purplemama · Feb 22, 2012

Lemonade said:
Normally I would never see the point of getting a convertible for a child that age, but for the reasons you want it, the size of your child, and the additional child on the way, it might be a good idea. The My Ride is also very reclined FF but I'm not sure of the max harness height on that off-hand.

I had the MR for a bit recently (sold it) and he slept great in it but he's so skinny that there was still a few inches between him and the crotch strap and he slumped down leaving space between him bum and the seat. And started to complain of back pain. He's so skinny that if he weren't potty trained he'd fit fine in a size 3 diaper. It was a bummer, I liked the MR. But I knew if both my littles were to skinny for it then chances are the next little will be too.

abigaylebelle · Feb 22, 2012

I think the blvd70 would fit your needs well since you have a couple of younger children who could use it after your ds. I've found it supportive forward facing and my 5 year old has gone on a few long trips in it and slept fine. He hasn't complained about leg support, but he is pretty short (41").
I guess which seat also depends on when you'll switch him to a booster. If you want to harness for more than 1-2 years I would get a bigger seat like the prosport, nautilus, frontier85.

mommysheri · Feb 22, 2012

I do not know where in Michigan you are but if you are anywhere near Lansing, I have both a ProSport and Frontier that you can play with to see what will work best in your situation. They are currently sitting in my Living Room waiting for me to decide what I am going to install for yds. I also have a Radian if you wanted to play with that but it is currently installed in dh's van.

firemomof3 · Feb 23, 2012

OK so here is the ProSport in the passengers side outboard 3rd row of the Sedona. Quick/easy/rock solid install. The seat belt sticks out a bit but again, the wedge is available if it bothers your child.

purplemama · Feb 23, 2012

firemomof3 said:
OK so here is the ProSport in the passengers side outboard 3rd row of the Sedona. Quick/easy/rock solid install. The seat belt sticks out a bit but again, the wedge is available if it bothers your child.

Thanks so much for taking those pics for me!! I'm still undecided

. But you've been incredibly helpful!!!

I know everybody is tired of me, but.....help me decide!!! Please?

Which seat?

BLVD70

FR85

Neither

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