When you're sorting through deck hardware seating covers, the pedestal is the piece that decides seat height and mounting. The choice comes down to one big fork in the road: do you need a fixed post that locks into a track system, or an adjustable post that lets you change seat height on the fly? The two Springfield Marine pedestals here sit at opposite ends of that decision and $71 apart in price.
Quick Verdict
If your boat already has a track lock slide or swivel, the Springfield Locking Seat Pedestal 1240020-DAL gives you a solid, fixed mount with an aluminum build. If you want to adjust seat height and spend less, the Springfield Marine Economy Adjustable Pedestal is the better fit for standard seats.
Comparison
| Attribute | Locking 1240020-DAL | Economy Adjustable |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 101.99 | USD 30.99 |
| Height | 20 inches fixed | Adjusts 12\" to 18\" |
| Material | Aluminum | Steel |
| Base | 9\" Dia. with six 3/8\" holes | 7\" x 7\" square |
| Mounting | Locking 2 7/8\" track lock slide or swivel | Standard boat seat mount |
| Color | Silver | Black |
Where Each Wins
The locking pedestal wins when you need a dependable non-adjustable post for a track lock system and prefer aluminum's lighter weight. The economy adjustable wins on price and height flexibility, with a corrosion-resistant steel finish and a 5-year warranty.
Springfield Locking Seat Pedestal 1240020-DAL
This 20-inch aluminum pedestal is built for a locking 2 7/8-inch track lock slide or swivel, so it's the choice if your boat already uses that mounting style. The 9-inch round base gives you six 3/8-inch holes to secure it. Expect a silver finish and a solid, non-moving seat height. The trade-off: hardware and an instruction manual are not included, so you'll need to supply your own mounting bolts and be comfortable with a DIY install. It also won't work with a standard square seat base unless you have the matching track lock hardware.
Springfield Marine Economy Adjustable Pedestal
This all-steel pedestal adjusts from 12 to 18 inches in 2-inch increments, so you can set the height for different boat seats or passengers. The 7-by-7-inch square base and seat mount are compatible with standard boat seats, and the E-coat finish resists corrosion in marine conditions. It comes with a 5-year warranty. The limitation: it doesn't have a locking mechanism for track lock slides, so it's not the right post if you need to lock your seat into a track system. It's also a fixed square mount rather than a round or pivoting base.
Final Choice by Use Case
Choose the Springfield Locking 1240020-DAL if you have a track lock slide and need a fixed 20-inch post. Choose the Springfield Marine Economy Adjustable Pedestal if you want height adjustability for standard seats and want to save $71.
