Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**DANTIP** · 10-14-2020, 08:50 AM

I have a '72 Custom Deluxe pickup with a very nice original seat cover. The seat has a broken side spring on the driver's side and it looks possible to change the spring from below without disturbing the cover and foam. Has anyone had success changing a spring from below??

**Joesjunk** · 10-14-2020, 10:13 AM

I believe there’s a “clamp” type thing they use and interior shops to fix them

**HO455** · 10-14-2020, 02:21 PM

I replaced a spring on a 71 seat a while back. I don't believe it would be possible to replace the spring unless you made or purchased some special tools and had a lot of time to devote to the project.
Here is a link to the page on my repair thread scroll down to post 668. I have other pictures if you are interested.

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...698377&page=27

**DANTIP** · 10-14-2020, 05:02 PM

Looking at a bare up-side-down seat frame, it looks like if the seat tracks were removed it would be possible to remove the broken spring parts and reinstall a new spring without disturbing the upholstery. I'll let you guys know if it somehow works!!

SkidmoreGarage · 10-14-2020, 05:14 PM

I don't see how removing the hog rings, carefully, would damage your cover. I also don't see how you will be able to properly secure the spring in place. It's a pretty physical process and if it isn't secured correctly it will not provide the support you would expect. It could also squeak. If your spring is broken, your foam is also probably worn. This is a great opportunity to fix the foam as well.

Good luck, anything is possible with enough luck, skill, or lowered expectations.

Astro-Balls · 10-14-2020, 05:53 PM

Stretch Armstrong can do it..

10-14-2020, 08:50 AM	#1
DANTIP Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Posts: 1,880	Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change I have a '72 Custom Deluxe pickup with a very nice original seat cover. The seat has a broken side spring on the driver's side and it looks possible to change the spring from below without disturbing the cover and foam. Has anyone had success changing a spring from below??

10-14-2020, 10:13 AM	#2
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,689	Re: Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change I believe there’s a “clamp” type thing they use and interior shops to fix them __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

10-14-2020, 02:21 PM	#3
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,803	Re: Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change I replaced a spring on a 71 seat a while back. I don't believe it would be possible to replace the spring unless you made or purchased some special tools and had a lot of time to devote to the project. Here is a link to the page on my repair thread scroll down to post 668. I have other pictures if you are interested. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...698377&page=27 __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

10-14-2020, 05:02 PM	#4
DANTIP Registered User Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Posts: 1,880	Re: Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change Looking at a bare up-side-down seat frame, it looks like if the seat tracks were removed it would be possible to remove the broken spring parts and reinstall a new spring without disturbing the upholstery. I'll let you guys know if it somehow works!!

10-14-2020, 05:14 PM	#5
SkidmoreGarage Registered User Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 335	Re: Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change I don't see how removing the hog rings, carefully, would damage your cover. I also don't see how you will be able to properly secure the spring in place. It's a pretty physical process and if it isn't secured correctly it will not provide the support you would expect. It could also squeak. If your spring is broken, your foam is also probably worn. This is a great opportunity to fix the foam as well. Good luck, anything is possible with enough luck, skill, or lowered expectations.

10-14-2020, 05:53 PM	#6
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: Crazy Idea on Seat Spring Change Stretch Armstrong can do it.. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA



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