Planted Technology Aftermarket Seat Brackets for the Polaris Slingshot (Pair) (2015+)

Heavy duty but needed help.
I ordered the hardware kit with brackets. All were delivered in a reasonable time. I am a licensed Aircraft mechanic and the first thing I did before installing was to replace all the hardware with grade 8 cad plated nuts and bolts. Some of the hardware was questionable concerning grades. When installing the bracket to the sliders on the drivers seat I found the 2 rear attach points will not allow the washer and nut to lie flat against the bracket due to weld beads. This is a problem for torque and sheer strength. I formed a flat surface by adding weld beads all around the mounting holes, without disturbing the original weld. I made the beads a little higher then the original beads and then ground them flat. Much better and safer.

Seat Bracket
Worked well after buying seat sliders

Hardware
Seats looked good and feel great. However I had to make shift half of the hardware that was missing. I feel like I should receive some type of voucher for my next purchase.

SlingMods Response:
Hello Joseph, the "base hardware" is an "add on" option on the product page. I've reviewed your order and it does not appear that this was added at the time of your purchase. I'm not sure why Planted does not just include it.. but they don't. Regardless.. we're happy to offer you a discount on your next purchase from Slingmods for any misunderstanding. Please contact Chris prior to your next purchase and we'll take care of the discount for you. Thank you sir.

poor packaging
Mine were poorly packaged, scratched and generally a mess. I had to spray paint them to look ok. Had to elongate a hole to get them to fit properly. They need to have a talk with them and improve there packaging

very solid bracket. Takes a little time to get,.. a month, but it was expected and worth it