Swivl-Eze Pedestals - 238 Series

Swivl-Eze 238 Series Pedestals: A Fishing-Boat Seating Standard

The 238 Series is one of the best-known seat hardware systems in marine seating, and it is the core of Swivl-Eze's Pedestals - 238 Series lineup. The series takes its name from its 2-3/8-inch post diameter. That tube is the structural link between your boat seat and the deck, so it has to handle constant vibration, spray, sun and the weight of a seated angler or passenger. Swivl-Eze's marketing describes the 238 as the most widely used seat hardware system among America's fishing boat builders. That wide adoption matters to owners, because it makes replacement seats, posts and mounts easy to match.

How the 238 Series Is Built

The pedestal kits are built around a few marine-minded choices:

• Hard-anodized aluminum post: the 2-3/8" tube has a satin finish and resists corrosion, so it holds up in wet and salty conditions.
• Bead-blasted aluminum base: the base is bead-blasted and clear coated. The process closes the aluminum's surface porosity.
• Corrosion-resistant steel seat mount: the swivel mount uses the standard 5" x 5" seat pattern, so it fits a wide range of boat seats, and it rotates a full 360 degrees.
• Stainless steel springs: all the internal springs are stainless, which helps the swivel and latch mechanisms keep working season after season.
• Low-friction locking latch: it lets the post drop into the base smoothly. The post can be removed when you want to clear the deck or swap seats.

Choosing a Height and Configuration

Swivl-Eze offers the 238 Series in several formats. Complete kits pair a base, a fixed-height post and a swivel mount. Common post heights are 9, 11, 13 and 15 inches, and some finishes include a camouflage option. A lower post suits a seat that sits close to the deck. A taller one gives better sight lines and easier standing and sitting at a console or casting platform. Adjustable-height power pedestals in the same 2-3/8" diameter use a cable-actuated mechanism with a release button, so you can change seat height without tools. Longer post-only extensions are also made for anglers who need extra elevation.

Because the line is built around one tube diameter, parts within the 238 family are designed to work together. You can start with a simple fixed-height kit and move to an adjustable post later without replacing everything. Seating hardware is also a safety component, so it makes sense to stay with parts designed to work as a system rather than mixing makers.

Where These Pedestals Fit Best

The 238 Series is a natural fit for fishing boats, bass boats, jon boat conversions, pontoons and general-purpose runabouts. It suits anyone replacing a worn pedestal or adding a seat position. Check your seat's mounting pattern, the deck space available for the base, and the post height you want before ordering.

To see how this product family fits into the maker's wider marine range, visit the Swivl-Eze brand page. For a broader look at what to weigh when choosing a pedestal, browse the full Pedestals - 238 Series category.