Originally Posted by
dobber
I was always under the impression that one would lace the saddle after it was mounted, that way you could weave the lacing above/below the rails, etc, etc.
Least thats the way I did my DIY version.
Way back when, I perforated my B17 much higher than down at the skirt. This was done under the guidance of a "pro" who knew about these things. Unfortunately, there's a fine line between "just right" and "rubs your thighs."