252 Seat Hardware adjustment

[andy7684]

I purchased a good used 1997 Cobalt 252 earlier this spring.
Was in really good condition when I purchased, but have made a few improvements such as fiberglass correction, buffing, new belts. Runs great and we've had a lot of fun.
I was wiping down the front seats and noticed the flip up bolster on the passenger side was loose. Closer inspection showed that a screw that acts like a hinge had come off. I didn't study the construction a long time, but anyone know the best way to access the screw to tighten it?
I need replace the screw that is tucked in between the bottom and the side seat cushion. Not enough room to place a screw driver. I think I either need to remove the seat bottom or the side and back from the bottom.

Including a few pictures of the boat and seat.

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[capn272]

I've got the same seats in my 272 and noticed a similar thing last time I was in it.

Have you looked at disassembling them from the bottom-up?

I'll be following along!

[akorcovelos]

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[Big Block Power]

I've takin these apart on the 220 and 222 and I have to disassemble the whole seat. Start with the bottom off the track

[andy7684]

Thanks for replies. Being the passenger seat that I rarely use, I only noticed while cleaning. I'll try digging into it more this weekend and report back. Then again, lake days are running out! This may need to wait.