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01-18-2024, 11:51 AM | #1 |
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Where can I find seats?
I'm looking for a bench seat for a '68, and I'm wondering what others are doing if they need to replace a seat completely? I have a frame that I could probably make work with a little fabrication, but that is going to take time that I could spend on something else to get it on the road.
Are there aftermarket seats available for a reasonable price? LMC has some aftermarket seats, but they are black. I was hoping to go back with the original light blue, and I would actually prefer a stock seat. |
01-18-2024, 12:08 PM | #2 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
I have used TMI on several of the builds throughout the years.
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01-18-2024, 04:35 PM | #3 | |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
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I suppose the counter argument is most stock seats are going to require recovering and new padding, which is pushes the price on up there, too. Assuming I could even find a factory seat frame in good enough condition. |
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01-18-2024, 04:49 PM | #4 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
You could look here for ideas?
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613744 Lots of OE swaps. Seat frames are good projects to build up fabrication skills and you can make custom modifications to give your interior a one of a kind look. Although those usually involve custom upholstery over factory seat covers you install for additional cost savings.
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01-19-2024, 11:21 AM | #5 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
I gave a pretty decent one away 3 weeks ago!
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01-20-2024, 12:33 PM | #6 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Just installed these last night in my 71 short bed K10. Really like them. They're from Qualatex. The center is a jump seat/ storage console. It also has storage under the center seat.
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01-20-2024, 01:40 PM | #7 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
I would check out a few swap meets. I read on here there is one coming up in Nashvill. Good luck.
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01-20-2024, 02:08 PM | #8 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
I put one from a squarebody in mine a couple weeks ago. Used the original brackets ans adapted the seat to them. Fairly easy and there are a lot more squarebody seats out there since they were mad for 15 years instead of 5.
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01-20-2024, 07:24 PM | #9 |
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01-21-2024, 05:11 AM | #10 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Did the adapter bracket allow everything to bolt in without modification?
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01-21-2024, 11:36 AM | #11 |
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Yes, with the exception of the jump seat. I had to drill new holes in the bracket to move it forward slightly due to the fact that I still have my tank in the cab.
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01-21-2024, 01:24 PM | #12 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
That really does seem to be a nice choice. If you get a chance, can you post some more pics? My '70 is a 4spd and was concerned about interference with the jump seat cushion front. I have the factory bench and thinking about going this route.
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01-21-2024, 01:57 PM | #13 | ||
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01-21-2024, 02:31 PM | #14 | |
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01-22-2024, 12:58 PM | #15 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Shifter just clears all but reverse
Reverse works but it is not fully engaged unless I lift the seat back. I will live with it until I relocate the gas tank.[IMG]file:///media/fuse/drivefs-7d8167c7d065c67ff635bb191b06d2d0/root/1971%20K10/Resized%20pictures%20-%201%20(1)[/IMG]
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01-22-2024, 01:12 PM | #16 | |
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Reverse works but it is not fully engaged unless I lift the seat back. I will live with it until I relocate the gas tank. Pic is 4th gear.
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01-22-2024, 03:30 PM | #17 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Too bad you aren't closer tome as I have an original out of a 67 for free, needs covering.
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01-22-2024, 05:53 PM | #18 | |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
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If you don't care about stock, the 88-99 OBS trucks have pretty nice seats that are a bit thinner to get more belly room. I sometimes see decent ones in the pick-a-part here. I have one in a square body, but I hear they fit pretty well in these.
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01-23-2024, 03:38 PM | #19 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Another option would be SloshTubz, he has a Buddy Bucket setup with a nice fold down armrest/storage bin and has a lower storage bin as well. He sells the frame and foam, would just need the foam shaped and upholstery done
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01-23-2024, 10:49 PM | #20 |
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Re: Where can I find seats?
Don't know if this works for you but on my 68 C10 I used 2012 VW GTI seats.
Recline and height adjustment. They were $350 at a local salvage yard. They were kind of a dark gray with plaid inserts. Wasn't digging the gray so I sprayed the fabric paint to black. I think they turned out great. Pic. |
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