88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

packrat42 · 10-08-2010, 05:30 PM

Just wondering if anyone has a 88-98 bench seat in our trucks. If so any pictures/ info on what to make it work. Thanks

scrapmetalart · 10-08-2010, 05:52 PM

I believe thats whats in my truck. The front bolt holes lined up & bolted it in. i was too lazy to bolt the rear in...

Beuford · 10-08-2010, 07:54 PM

I have `97s in mine. The wife and I love it with the air adjustable lumbar. You'll have to drill 4 holes. I got the shoulder harness and seat belts to match with mine. Don't forget the wireing harness when you get them.

bigguy69 · 10-08-2010, 08:04 PM

i have a 90 chevy in mine. i like it lot better than the factory seat. i used the back bolt holes in mine . if i can find a camera i wil get some pics

C10-Driver · 10-08-2010, 08:22 PM

I put one out of an 89-90 vintage in my '68 and one from a '96 in my SWB. Here are some pics (The '96 seat has been re-shaped considerably but it gives yo an idea of the "fit").

I used the front holes and build an "adapter" plate that I attached to the back of the seat frame and uses the rear factory holes (You can just see it behind the seat belt). I found this to be the most comfortable and provides the best fit in the cab. By leaning the seat back a bit it puts the top of the seat back flush with the bottom of the rear window.

Sammy · 10-08-2010, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C10-Driver

I put one out of an 89-90 vintage in my '68 and one from a '96 in my SWB. Here are some pics (The '96 seat has been re-shaped considerably but it gives yo an idea of the "fit").

I used the front holes and build an "adapter" plate that I attached to the back of the seat frame and uses the rear factory holes (You can just see it behind the seat belt). I found this to be the most comfortable and provides the best fit in the cab. By leaning the seat back a bit it puts the top of the seat back flush with the bottom of the rear window.

Nice interior! Everything flows real smooth. You do the custom door panels?

RedRider · 03-01-2020, 05:19 PM

Bump for an old thread here...

I really like these 88-92 bench seats, especially the ones with the driver's armrest. I'd like to find one to reupholster in the 67-72 original cloth or vinyl style (or as close a possible).

Anyone tried this or have experience doing so? Any feedback would be appreciated before I start looking for one.

Example for reference:

Bigdav160 · 03-02-2020, 07:32 AM

IIRC, that fabric is bonded to the foam. No idea how you would recover them.

Andy4639 · 03-02-2020, 08:02 AM

I have one in the Ramp truck now. I had one for about 10 years in my 71 C-10 it was a 60/40 seat no arm rest but swapped them for 99 Tahoe heated seats. They both have arm rest's in them. I have another one going in the 68 step if I keep it. I used the shoulder belts out of each vehicle also.

**raggedjim** · 03-02-2020, 10:50 AM

Here's one I had recovered. It was expensive, and the guy said NEVER again! It can be done.

Good luck, Rg

67C10Step · 03-02-2020, 02:03 PM

Here's another one. This was the only modification to my truck when I got it other than an FM radio adapter and speaker. It looked a lot like the one in RedRider's post but I took the superclean and pressure washer to it. Figured I didn't have much to loose and it cleaned up pretty darn good.

Uses the back two factory holes and the installer drilled two new holes up front.

robpp · 03-02-2020, 02:53 PM

anyone shorten the bases? of these 88-98
im installing a tilt column but still want more room.
I look out the top of the windshield.

I saw somewhere they used some universal sides brackets but I cant find it now.

Here mine now

RedRider · 03-02-2020, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigdav160

IIRC, that fabric is bonded to the foam. No idea how you would recover them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by raggedjim

Here's one I had recovered. It was expensive, and the guy said NEVER again!

This is what I was worried about. To reupholster it in the 67-72 style may not be worth the time and effort.

I appreciate the pics, thank you all for the feedback. I'm looking at a new Glide Engineering frame; they have a fold-down armrest similar to the 88-98 style, although it's more centered in the seat.

kaycee · 03-02-2020, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robpp

anyone shorten the bases? of these 88-98
im installing a tilt column but still want more room.
I look out the top of the windshield.

I saw somewhere they used some universal sides brackets but I cant find it now.

Here mine now

Maybe look down in the FAQ part of forum ,I remember someone did it they took out 1" I belive ,wouldn't be hard to do.
These are 99 yukon 60/40

Andy4639 · 03-02-2020, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Here's another one. This was the only modification to my truck when I got it other than an FM radio adapter and speaker. It looked a lot like the one in RedRider's post but I took the superclean and pressure washer to it. Figured I didn't have much to loose and it cleaned up pretty darn good.

Uses the back two factory holes and the installer drilled two new holes up front.

You used a pressure washer on that seat!

67C10Step · 03-02-2020, 10:23 PM

Andy,
Yes I did! Turned the pressure down to minimum, started at the top and worked my way down. It was after soaking down with a 50/50 mix of superclean and water. Repeated the process twice and then sucked as much water as I could out of it with a shop vac. Moved it into the sun and let it dry.

You should have seen the brown water coming out of it! I figured I would not keep the seat so if I ruined it I wasn’t out much.

Andy4639 · 03-02-2020, 10:54 PM

I just bought one just like it that needs a good cleaning but I don't think my pressure washer is adjustable except for the different heads for it.

72k20Farmtruck · 03-03-2020, 12:37 AM

Look up stockinteriors.com
They actually carry all of these factory seat covers (88-94) if you prefer the factory look.

**maverickmk** · 03-03-2020, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

I have one in the Ramp truck now. I had one for about 10 years in my 71 C-10 it was a 60/40 seat no arm rest but swapped them for 99 Tahoe heated seats. They both have arm rest's in them. I have another one going in the 68 step if I keep it. I used the shoulder belts out of each vehicle also.

I am looking hard for a red bench like the one in your pics.

337 · 03-03-2020, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C10-Driver

I put one out of an 89-90 vintage in my '68 and one from a '96 in my SWB. Here are some pics (The '96 seat has been re-shaped considerably but it gives yo an idea of the "fit").

I used the front holes and build an "adapter" plate that I attached to the back of the seat frame and uses the rear factory holes (You can just see it behind the seat belt). I found this to be the most comfortable and provides the best fit in the cab. By leaning the seat back a bit it puts the top of the seat back flush with the bottom of the rear window.

Can you guys post pics of any adapters you fabricated as well. Would like get ideas on how to use all the bolt holes for these obs seats.

71gmcC15 · 03-03-2020, 05:40 PM

My rear crew cab seat.

71gmcC15 · 03-03-2020, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaycee

Maybe look down in the FAQ part of forum ,I remember someone did it they took out 1" I belive ,wouldn't be hard to do.
These are 99 yukon 60/40

How you install cub holder I have the same cup holder out of my 07 gmc.

kaycee · 03-04-2020, 12:58 AM

TOOK SOME 1 " Flat stock and cut 2 pieces about 8" long and mounted to cup holder then over to the seat frame and attached it with sheet metal screws. So the bracket I made kind of resembles a H

**'70_402** · 03-05-2020, 11:18 AM

Love mine... bolted right in... Sits alot lower than the stock seat as well..

71gmcC15 · 03-05-2020, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaycee

TOOK SOME 1 " Flat stock and cut 2 pieces about 8" long and mounted to cup holder then over to the seat frame and attached it with sheet metal screws. So the bracket I made kind of resembles a H

Sweet. When I get it out again I'm going to have to do this

10-08-2010, 05:30 PM	#1
packrat42 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Rutherfordton, North Carolina Posts: 328	88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Just wondering if anyone has a 88-98 bench seat in our trucks. If so any pictures/ info on what to make it work. Thanks __________________ '72 Nova '71 C10 '63 VW Beetle ...............................____ .................________-\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;.\|__(O)___\|____/_(O)\| _______________________________________

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scrapmetalart Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: DAYTON Posts: 505	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? I believe thats whats in my truck. The front bolt holes lined up & bolted it in. i was too lazy to bolt the rear in... __________________ frontstreetcycle on Instagram

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Beuford Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Townville,Pa Posts: 284	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? I have `97s in mine. The wife and I love it with the air adjustable lumbar. You'll have to drill 4 holes. I got the shoulder harness and seat belts to match with mine. Don't forget the wireing harness when you get them. Attached Images

10-08-2010, 08:04 PM	#4
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? i have a 90 chevy in mine. i like it lot better than the factory seat. i used the back bolt holes in mine . if i can find a camera i wil get some pics __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

10-08-2010, 08:22 PM	#5
C10-Driver Chevy Truck Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC Posts: 1,176	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? I put one out of an 89-90 vintage in my '68 and one from a '96 in my SWB. Here are some pics (The '96 seat has been re-shaped considerably but it gives yo an idea of the "fit"). I used the front holes and build an "adapter" plate that I attached to the back of the seat frame and uses the rear factory holes (You can just see it behind the seat belt). I found this to be the most comfortable and provides the best fit in the cab. By leaning the seat back a bit it puts the top of the seat back flush with the bottom of the rear window. Attached Images __________________ . 1970 Chev C/10 SWB, 355 SBC, 700R4, 3.73 Posi, Air Ride (Click to view Build Thread) (SOLD) 1978 Chevy C/10 SWB 1970 Pontiac Lemans .

03-01-2020, 05:19 PM	#7
RedRider Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 356	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Bump for an old thread here... I really like these 88-92 bench seats, especially the ones with the driver's armrest. I'd like to find one to reupholster in the 67-72 original cloth or vinyl style (or as close a possible). Anyone tried this or have experience doing so? Any feedback would be appreciated before I start looking for one. Example for reference: __________________ 1970 C-10 "Old Yeller" Last edited by RedRider; 03-01-2020 at 05:22 PM. Reason: update

03-02-2020, 07:32 AM	#8
Bigdav160 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Klein Texas Posts: 3,852	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? IIRC, that fabric is bonded to the foam. No idea how you would recover them. __________________ My Classics: '72 K20 Suburban + '65 Dodge Town Wagon '72 Corvette Roadster +'67 Corvette Roadster '73 Z-28 Camaro '63 Ford SWB Uni Pickup '50 Ford Coupe

03-02-2020, 08:02 AM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? I have one in the Ramp truck now. I had one for about 10 years in my 71 C-10 it was a 60/40 seat no arm rest but swapped them for 99 Tahoe heated seats. They both have arm rest's in them. I have another one going in the 68 step if I keep it. I used the shoulder belts out of each vehicle also. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-02-2020, 10:50 AM	#10
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,369	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Here's one I had recovered. It was expensive, and the guy said NEVER again! It can be done. Good luck, Rg Attached Images __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd

03-02-2020, 02:03 PM	#11
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,406	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Here's another one. This was the only modification to my truck when I got it other than an FM radio adapter and speaker. It looked a lot like the one in RedRider's post but I took the superclean and pressure washer to it. Figured I didn't have much to loose and it cleaned up pretty darn good. Uses the back two factory holes and the installer drilled two new holes up front. Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

03-02-2020, 02:53 PM	#12
robpp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 19	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? anyone shorten the bases? of these 88-98 im installing a tilt column but still want more room. I look out the top of the windshield. I saw somewhere they used some universal sides brackets but I cant find it now. Here mine now

03-02-2020, 10:23 PM	#16
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,406	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Andy, Yes I did! Turned the pressure down to minimum, started at the top and worked my way down. It was after soaking down with a 50/50 mix of superclean and water. Repeated the process twice and then sucked as much water as I could out of it with a shop vac. Moved it into the sun and let it dry. You should have seen the brown water coming out of it! I figured I would not keep the seat so if I ruined it I wasn’t out much. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2020 Toyota CH-R 2020 Acura MDX

03-02-2020, 10:54 PM	#17
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? I just bought one just like it that needs a good cleaning but I don't think my pressure washer is adjustable except for the different heads for it. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-03-2020, 12:37 AM	#18
72k20Farmtruck Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Spokane, Wa Posts: 112	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? Look up stockinteriors.com They actually carry all of these factory seat covers (88-94) if you prefer the factory look.

03-03-2020, 05:40 PM	#21
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03-04-2020, 12:58 AM	#23
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,445	Re: 88-98 Bench seat in our trucks???? TOOK SOME 1 " Flat stock and cut 2 pieces about 8" long and mounted to cup holder then over to the seat frame and attached it with sheet metal screws. So the bracket I made kind of resembles a H __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327

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