E-AM131531 DirectFit™ Yellow Seat for John Deere 325 (S/N 70001>), 335 (S/N 70001>), 345 (S/N 70001>), 355D, GT225, GT235, GT235E, LX255, LX277, LX279, LX288

What It Is

The E-AM131531 DirectFit™ Yellow Seat is a direct replacement seat for specific John Deere lawn and garden tractors. It’s designed for models with serial numbers above 70001, providing a factory-style fit without modifications.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify your tractor model and serial number. This seat fits John Deere 325 (S/N 70001>), 335 (S/N 70001>), 345 (S/N 70001>), 355D, GT225, GT235, GT235E, LX255, LX277, LX279, and LX288. It replaces OEM part AM131531. Check that your existing mounting bracket uses a four-bolt pattern (approx. 7.5" x 5.5" center-to-center). Measure your current seat base width—this seat is about 18" wide. It will not fit models with a different bolt pattern or older serial numbers below 70001. Deck size or engine specs are irrelevant for this part.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Made from UV-resistant vinyl with foam padding. Users report it’s slightly firmer than OEM but durable.
• Installation: Straightforward—unbolt old seat, bolt on this one. No wiring or safety switch adjustments needed if your old seat had the same switch type.
• Gotcha: The yellow color may fade faster than OEM if stored in direct sun. Use a cover or store in shade.
• Gotcha: If your tractor has a suspension seat base, this seat is not designed to mount to it—only flat, rigid brackets.

Should You Buy It

Buy this seat if you need a direct, no-hassle replacement for a worn or torn original on a listed John Deere model, and you want a color-matched yellow seat without paying OEM prices. It’s a solid value for the durability and fit, but skip it if you need a suspension base or prefer a softer cushion.