Diono Monterey vs. SK Monterey

[mama2girls]

They are not interchangeable at all. The Diono is cut right into the headwing, where the SK is attached to the bottom of the headwing. The bolt / screw configuration is completely different as well.

So are the Diono belt guides closer together? I thought they were supposed to fit smaller/narrower kids better, but they look like they're still on the outside of the headwings.

 

[crunchierthanthou]

So are the Diono belt guides closer together? I thought they were supposed to fit smaller/narrower kids better, but they look like they're still on the outside of the headwings.

but do you see how the Diono is more on the back, and the SKJP is more on the side of the headwing? That's supposed to be the changed that makes it fit narrower kids better.

 

[ginny4]

oh dear....i have the old style belt guide on our monterey. I'm now second guessing that the dionos would be a good booster for us. falling out would be a PITA. & being further back i'm not sure that will work with our seatbealt geometry. i can see the belt getting MORE bunched up & unable to retract well. ugh

 

[mama2girls]

but do you see how the Diono is more on the back, and the SKJP is more on the side of the headwing? That's supposed to be the changed that makes it fit narrower kids better.

Hmmm. Does it really make that much difference? Has anyone compared on a smaller child?

 

[Keeanh]

It makes a noticeable difference. I'll see if I can get some pics tomorrow. I have a 04/2011 Monterey with the new guides. I like the placement, but the belt doesn't stay put. I don't get it. Did they not try a prototype in a real car with a real child before manufacturing these seats? I want to like the new seat. It doesn't fall in 2 pieces while carrying it, and the shoulder belt fit is better. But those guides suck.

 

[mlohry]

Glad I read this thread! I was considering this exact seat, but my DS sits 3rd row, in guess what...an Ody!

 

[mama2girls]

It makes a noticeable difference. I'll see if I can get some pics tomorrow. I have a 04/2011 Monterey with the new guides. I like the placement, but the belt doesn't stay put. I don't get it. Did they not try a prototype in a real car with a real child before manufacturing these seats? I want to like the new seat. It doesn't fall in 2 pieces while carrying it, and the shoulder belt fit is better. But those guides suck.

I would love pics! So the SK Monterey's have the new guides from at least April?

 

[soleil]

I am in Canada. We will recieve our new 2012 Odyssey in two days. I need to buy new seats soon!

After lots of reading, for our younger two sons, I decided to get two Diono radian RXT (2nd row) and I was going to buy the Diono Monterey for my 7yo in the 3rd row... I liked the protection it seems to offer, the latch and how sturdy and comfortable it looks... But now that I read this...

Should I go with the Parkway SGL? Will it fit correctly in the outboard seat? Any other suggestions?

Thanks