Installing infant seat without base? Help

I might not be putting in a base for a snugride and occasionally for the safeseat I have.
How do you know it is secure without the base?

I tried with my safeseat and the "Level indicator"(that I don't totally trust) said it was fine, but too me it moved too much.

How much is a seat suppose to move without the base? Same as with the base?

Thanks. :)
 
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Defrost

Moderator - CPSTI Emeritus
Yes, just as tight, but keep in mind it's particularly important to ONLY check for movement AT THE BELTPATH with a baseless install. You should always do that with other installs, too, of course, but with a baseless install it's not as forgiving.
 

Kat_Momof3

New member
it should install just as snuggly as it does with the base.

even though the angle SAYS it is fine, you may need to add the noodles/rolled towels to get that snug fit.
 

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