Microcell subframes and runners

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Microcell subframes and runners

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I’ve seen a couple of photos lately of 33EJB and a Derrington car with microcells fitted.

I’ve found a fabricator who can make up the subframes but I could do with seeing a detailed picture of how the seat sits on the frame and runners. Can anyone help?
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Here are some images from my car
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Gordon at Catmint has had some subframes made up, I just need the runners now. One thing we did find is that the Microcell frames themselves are all slightly different!
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Pete wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 12:51 am Gordon at Catmint has had some subframes made up, I just need the runners now. One thing we did find is that the Microcell frames themselves are all slightly different!
MGB seat runners, just check they are stamped Leveroll on the handle

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Pete wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 12:51 am Gordon at Catmint has had some subframes made up, I just need the runners now. One thing we did find is that the Microcell frames themselves are all slightly different!
Yes, I've been speaking with Gordon over email, so his frames might be the best solution. As for the frames, I've yet to collect them so I guess I'll have to wait and see once they're with me as to how this will all go together.

Thanks also to others on this thread for the pictures, all very helpful.
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Nick W wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 8:42 am
Pete wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 12:51 am Gordon at Catmint has had some subframes made up, I just need the runners now. One thing we did find is that the Microcell frames themselves are all slightly different!
MGB seat runners, just check they are stamped Leveroll on the handle

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/235310051809 ... media=COPY
What's the implication if they're not stamped Leveroll?
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gs.davies wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 9:47 am
Nick W wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 8:42 am
Pete wrote: Tue Jan 09, 2024 12:51 am Gordon at Catmint has had some subframes made up, I just need the runners now. One thing we did find is that the Microcell frames themselves are all slightly different!
MGB seat runners, just check they are stamped Leveroll on the handle


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/235310051809 ... media=COPY
What's the implication if they're not stamped Leveroll?
Genuine ones are stamped Leveroll, plain ones are reproduction and not as well made
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Used to be able to purchase original Leveroll from these people > https://www.chapmanseating.com/our-heritage/ ;)
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