Recommendation for a FF car seat combo booster

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jengold

New member
I have not been on the list in a while so I apologize if this is a repeat question. I just bought a minivan (love it !) and I am looking to buy a 3rd car seat to take friend's children. I am looking at buying one that will convert to a booster and that can hold a higher weight as a car seat. I am also wanting one that is easy to install since it will potentially be a seat I move frequently.

Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
 
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Judi

Judi

CPST/Firefighter
For what age children?

I would look at the Graco Nautilus. Harness to 65 lbs and makes into a high back and low back booster.
 
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jengold

New member
Is it easy to get the Nautilus in tightly using latch? I find the Graco's harder to get in tightly when you pull from one side compared to the Britax in which you pull from each side.
 
Judi

Judi

CPST/Firefighter
I pull up the cover, and tighten from the inside, must easier. Also, remember that latch has weight limits.
 
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jengold

New member
My kids are 3 and 4 1/2.. both are little (26 and maybe 30 lbs). The 3rd car seat is mainly for taking friends. I just thought it made sense to buy one that could also become a booster to have the flexibility etc. Thank you for reminding me about the weight limit on latch. Is that standard across vehicles?
 
wendytthomas

wendytthomas

Admin - CPST Instructor
Staff member
The Nautilus itself has a 48 pound LATCH limit. However, it's SO easy to install this seat I never use LATCH, just the seatbelt.

Wendy
 
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DahliaRW

New member
Like Wendy, I find the nautilus easier to install with the seatbelt than LATCH. And I think it's easier to uninstall too (one thing to unbuckle instead of 2 old-style latch pieces to pry off). I'd go with that.
 
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