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4shongo · 06-05-2017, 09:53 AM

I was afraid you was going to say that. My upholstery guy said that is too much to make work. Guess I will have to order a cover that I don't care for too much. Oh well. Thanks for the info!!!

**TKCR** · 06-10-2017, 10:17 PM

Just finished up an 81-87 Saddle Tan Seat with NEW FOAM. This one is SOLD and will be on its way to Wyoming. The minor wrinkles will fade once it spends a day soaking up the hot sun.
First time using a new foam. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it turned out to be a good experience. Just like all the other seats I do, frame and tracks were sandblasted & repainted. Any broken springs are replaced with new. Hinge garnishes are new and painted to match the upholstery.

**TKCR** · 09-18-2017, 02:31 PM

Here's a few more that I have done recently.

Don Quixote · 11-28-2017, 10:52 PM

I'd like to know if you get more into the 71 & 72 bench seats. I'm interested and I have a decent core.

**TKCR** · 11-29-2017, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Quixote

I'd like to know if you get more into the 71 & 72 bench seats. I'm interested and I have a decent core.

I don't see them at all. The one I did, had to be scrapped, it was rusted too bad.

**TKCR** · 11-29-2017, 06:15 AM

Another stock pile.

**TKCR** · 11-29-2017, 06:19 AM

More restored seats.
Medium Blue Deluxe Velour
Black Vinyl Deluxe
Saddle Tan Deluxe Velour
Burgundy/Maroon Deluxe Velour
Medium Blue Vinyl Non-Tilt Poor Mans

**TKCR** · 12-02-2017, 03:05 PM

Got some more seats. I had to get a storage unit to house all my Salvaged Saets.

UKNOWME · 12-17-2017, 05:56 PM

Wow those are gonna be nice

**TKCR** · 12-17-2017, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

Wow those are gonna be nice

Thanks!! I hope so, I'm really nervous about working on something I'm not familiar with.

UKNOWME · 12-17-2017, 06:03 PM

You weren’t familiar with the bench seat the first time you tackled that either.

**TKCR** · 12-17-2017, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by UKNOWME

You weren’t familiar with the bench seat the first time you tackled that either.

Your right, I wasn't. I know I need to try something different, I get asked a lot.

**TKCR** · 12-20-2017, 03:32 PM

Got the tracks done. They were seized up bad, couldn't even get them to move. Well they do now!!

Tried to load a video, showing how easy the tracks slide. Not sure how that works, loading a video.

**TKCR** · 12-24-2017, 01:14 PM

Went on a little road trip to Kentucky. Picked up a few bench seats. Got to get them torn down and ready for restoration. 6 total.

3 1977-1980 Tilt
2 1981-1987 Tilt
1 1981-1987 Non-tilt

**TKCR** · 01-13-2018, 02:47 PM

Did a Mahogany Tweed Deluxe. Sold already, going to Texas

wazzabie · 01-25-2018, 02:28 AM

Have you worked on K5 blazer seats?

**TKCR** · 01-25-2018, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by wazzabie

Have you worked on K5 blazer seats?

No I haven't, not yet anyways.

**TKCR** · 01-25-2018, 05:42 AM

Just got back all my frames and the GTO bucket frames from sandblasting. I have a friend that does them for me, when I have a lot that needs done. All the frames are from the seats in post #96.
The buckets, I posted a before and after pic.

blindbug · 01-25-2018, 10:23 AM

Let me ask, do you have any direction on how to get the belt protector 'cups' on the upholstry in a good way? Mine were not put on very well from the start and are trying to come off the seat. The little teeth inside never seem to grip well. Do I have to take the hog rings off and re-do them and then put the cover back on, or can I do it with the cover on in some way?

**TKCR** · 01-25-2018, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by blindbug

Let me ask, do you have any direction on how to get the belt protector 'cups' on the upholstry in a good way? Mine were not put on very well from the start and are trying to come off the seat. The little teeth inside never seem to grip well. Do I have to take the hog rings off and re-do them and then put the cover back on, or can I do it with the cover on in some way?

They are pretty difficult to set with the cover still on the seat.

blindbug · 01-25-2018, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

They are pretty difficult to set with the cover still on the seat.

That's what I was afraid of. I guess I'm going to have to do that. Whomever put this cover on last time botched the seat belt part!

**TKCR** · 01-26-2018, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by blindbug

That's what I was afraid of. I guess I'm going to have to do that. Whomever put this cover on last time botched the seat belt part!

Or the retainer is broke. It's better with the cover off, before I install the cover. I use a butt end of a plastic part removing tool. That way I can push that retainer on as tight as it will go. And that's easier when it's laying out flat on the table, with the underside of the cover facing up.

blindbug · 01-26-2018, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

Or the retainer is broke. It's better with the cover off, before I install the cover. I use a butt end of a plastic part removing tool. That way I can push that retainer on as tight as it will go. And that's easier when it's laying out flat on the table, with the underside of the cover facing up.

Thanks for the tip. Guess I'm going to have to buy some hog ring pliers after all! I got lucky and found an already re-upholstered seat with new foam for the same price that I would have paid for the cover alone, in my color no-less, which was a crazy good deal.

Man With A Gun · 01-31-2018, 05:24 AM

How much would it cost to ship a seat to 32547 zip code?

**TKCR** · 01-31-2018, 05:49 AM

FedEx Ground, 2 day shipping $230

06-05-2017, 09:53 AM	#1
4shongo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Arlington, TN Posts: 315	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered I was afraid you was going to say that. My upholstery guy said that is too much to make work. Guess I will have to order a cover that I don't care for too much. Oh well. Thanks for the info!!!

06-10-2017, 10:17 PM	#2
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Just finished up an 81-87 Saddle Tan Seat with NEW FOAM. This one is SOLD and will be on its way to Wyoming. The minor wrinkles will fade once it spends a day soaking up the hot sun. First time using a new foam. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it turned out to be a good experience. Just like all the other seats I do, frame and tracks were sandblasted & repainted. Any broken springs are replaced with new. Hinge garnishes are new and painted to match the upholstery. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

09-18-2017, 02:31 PM	#3
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Here's a few more that I have done recently. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

11-28-2017, 10:52 PM	#4
Don Quixote Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Woodlawn, TN Posts: 275	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered I'd like to know if you get more into the 71 & 72 bench seats. I'm interested and I have a decent core. __________________ Rocinante: 1972 GMC C25, 292, SM465, 14 bolt, power nothing, 440k and still handles my PCS moves Jorge: Kia Roller-skate with lots of buttons for the wife Wovoka: 2017 Indian Chief Vintage, better on gas but not much So far, this is the oldest I've ever been.

11-29-2017, 06:15 AM	#6
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Another stock pile. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

11-29-2017, 06:19 AM	#7
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered More restored seats. Medium Blue Deluxe Velour Black Vinyl Deluxe Saddle Tan Deluxe Velour Burgundy/Maroon Deluxe Velour Medium Blue Vinyl Non-Tilt Poor Mans Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR Last edited by TKCR; 12-27-2017 at 07:41 AM.

12-02-2017, 03:05 PM	#8
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Got some more seats. I had to get a storage unit to house all my Salvaged Saets. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

12-17-2017, 05:56 PM	#9
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Wow those are gonna be nice __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

12-17-2017, 06:03 PM	#11
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered You weren’t familiar with the bench seat the first time you tackled that either. __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU

12-20-2017, 03:32 PM	#13
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Got the tracks done. They were seized up bad, couldn't even get them to move. Well they do now!! Tried to load a video, showing how easy the tracks slide. Not sure how that works, loading a video. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

12-24-2017, 01:14 PM	#14
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Went on a little road trip to Kentucky. Picked up a few bench seats. Got to get them torn down and ready for restoration. 6 total. 3 1977-1980 Tilt 2 1981-1987 Tilt 1 1981-1987 Non-tilt Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

01-13-2018, 02:47 PM	#15
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Did a Mahogany Tweed Deluxe. Sold already, going to Texas Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

01-25-2018, 02:28 AM	#16
wazzabie Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: WA Posts: 367	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Have you worked on K5 blazer seats?

01-25-2018, 05:42 AM	#18
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Just got back all my frames and the GTO bucket frames from sandblasting. I have a friend that does them for me, when I have a lot that needs done. All the frames are from the seats in post #96. The buckets, I posted a before and after pic. Attached Images __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR Last edited by TKCR; 01-25-2018 at 05:49 AM.

01-25-2018, 10:23 AM	#19
blindbug Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 186	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered Let me ask, do you have any direction on how to get the belt protector 'cups' on the upholstry in a good way? Mine were not put on very well from the start and are trying to come off the seat. The little teeth inside never seem to grip well. Do I have to take the hog rings off and re-do them and then put the cover back on, or can I do it with the cover on in some way?



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01-31-2018, 05:24 AM	#24
Man With A Gun Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Northwest Florida Posts: 287	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered How much would it cost to ship a seat to 32547 zip code? __________________ 77 Chevy K20 Longbed 86 GMC C3500 Dually 07 Silverado 2500HD All standard cabs

01-31-2018, 05:49 AM	#25
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,898	Re: Bench Seat, Having it Reupholstered FedEx Ground, 2 day shipping $230 __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

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