Rib Bed Head Rest Removal

[miguel 32]

Hi
For anyone interested or currently doing anything regarding the removal of the head rest on the Rib Bed i obtained this info from the manufacturer it might be of help to someone.

Please see attached some pictures showing how to remove the headrest : you must push the R-clips that you can feel through the fabric, and at the same time pull-it up (it’s easier with a second pair of hands).

 

[slocumjoseph]

Hi
For anyone interested or currently doing anything regarding the removal of the head rest on the Rib Bed i obtained this info from the manufacturer it might be of help to someone.

Please see attached some pictures showing how to remove the headrest : you must push the R-clips that you can feel through the fabric, and at the same time pull-it up (it’s easier with a second pair of hands).

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Thanks @miguel 32. A great help, hopefully. No wonder I couldn't find a catch or clip with it buried down there. I was on the verge of destroying it in frustration last year but luckily I didn't. It still needs repairing but I know what I'm looking for now, so tomorrow I'll be out there having another go at removal. I'll update this if I'm successful.

 

[miguel 32]

No problem hope it helps

 

[DougA]

very useful! my upholstery guy will appreciate this!

 

[slocumjoseph]

Thanks for the pictures @miguel 32 it gave me the incentive to have a go but it’s not quite as simple as in the picture. I’m not even able to raise the headrest as it’s completely jammed. Those clips cannot be felt below the 2’” of foam at the front and also the back/bedside of the seat. So I had a go at undoing the zip on the seat cover, hoping I can roll it up to gain access. Unfortunately the zip is is not for undoing as it’s stitched in and even after I had undone those stitches and peeled the cover away from the seat swivel I found the zip doubled back on itself with no pull tag at either end. All I could do then, as I was already committed, was hand pull the zip apart. I’ll try to restitch it back in later. I peeled the cover up as far as I could but still couldn’t get high enough from the front. I had to force my hand through a gap in the cushioning at the back and finally when up past my elbow I found the clip. There is very little room to manipulate but I eventually realised the groove it sits in on the head rest bar is only a notch and by turning and twisting the clip I was able to get the two clips off. By then I’d been doubled up in the van for too long and my back was suffering. Episode two tomorrow, when I’ll be trying to find a way to pull the head rest up and off. Repair it, lubricate it, put it all back together and stitch the zip back in.

 

[miguel 32]

That was exactly the same scenario for me i did the same and eventually got to the clips by forcing my way up through the front of the seat i also had the same issue with the zip but managed to fix after what seemed like ages of faffing around and as you say an aching back.

 

[slocumjoseph]

I needed a day away from it to let all my vertebrae get straight again. Yesterday though, with a struggle, I got the head rest off. The jamming is from the steel guidance tubes. I used WD40 on the bars and managed to get enough transferred on to those tubes to make it a bit easier. However, I did not put the clips back on! The head rest is not actually damaged but it’s a ridiculous design. The cover is not fixed on the frame, just tucked in, so every time I raise the back from the horizontal it pulls the cover off with all the packing. It’s head scratching time again while I think of a way to secure it. Plus I still have the zip slot at the back to close and that wont be easy as it’s only a few inches from the rear galley. If It’s impossible to work down there I’ll remove the whole seat. Might try velcro to close the zip gap. Perhaps it'll work on the the headrest too.

 

[Pn50]

Hi
For anyone interested or currently doing anything regarding the removal of the head rest on the Rib Bed i obtained this info from the manufacturer it might be of help to someone.

Please see attached some pictures showing how to remove the headrest : you must push the R-clips that you can feel through the fabric, and at the same time pull-it up (it’s easier with a second pair of hands).

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Saved me a lot of time. Very much appreciated!

 

[Spayne]

Found that the clips could be manipulated from above using tent pegs to force them around. Had removed the covers from headrests first which will need to be restuck

 

[Doc]

Worst seat design ever. Mine has been back to manufacture to be “fixed” as headrest kept sticking in up position. Still does it.

Worst decision made buying this seat.

This design of clip is poor. Clearly doesn’t work.

I’d say anyone looking should avoid RIB seat.

 

[Robbieben]

When my headrest is in the upright position if I apply pressure towards the back of the van and push down simultaneously it returns to its down position.

 

[Doc]

When my headrest is in the upright position if I apply pressure towards the back of the van and push down simultaneously it returns to its down position.

Thanks, mine went back to installer, who couldn’t shift it, then back to RIB in France, 4 weeks, back, worked-ish, gradually gets locked more and more.

It’s an awful design, should use button lock aka front seat headrest.

Service was shocking from RIB as well. I’ve no confidence in product or company.

 

[slocumjoseph]

Thanks, mine went back to installer, who couldn’t shift it, then back to RIB in France, 4 weeks, back, worked-ish, gradually gets locked more and more.

It’s an awful design, should use button lock aka front seat headrest.

Service was shocking from RIB as well. I’ve no confidence in product or company.

I agree on RIBs bad design faults @Doc. Not only the already mentioned headrest problems but the forward/back and sideways sliding system is a rattling and flimsy contraption that is always causing problems. However, I also find the seat squabs so long that even a six foot person cannot sit comfortably with feet on the floor. A lesser sized person needs a back cushion and foot rest. They are better as beds. Unfortunately there is no other viable single seat/bed alternative.