Guess it's my turn to tell my story about the seat.
After reading the posts on here since August, and knowing that I needed my 50 hr service, I called my dealer on Saturday. I explained that I needed the service and asked about the new seat. He told me that they had them and could install one when they had the tractor for the service. He didn't know the exact price but said it would be around $30. So, to all those guys who are waiting patiently, I'm sorry. It was a lot easier than I expected... and he never hesitated on letting me know it wasn't a problem.
The only problem is I have to go a few days without my tractor. I just hope it doesn't snow since I have nothing else to clear my 1000'+ driveway except a 24" walk behind! After it comes back I'll be on the "edge of my seat" (no pun intended) waiting for it to snow so I can get some seat time!
Hope those of you who are still waiting get your seat soon! Maybe a Christmas present from your dealer??
Keith