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sicamous 04-08-2018 05:33 PM

install plastic bucket seat backs
 
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wondering if anyone has any tips or tricks to install the plastic backs on bucket seat? after I paint to match I will install them but being a first timer I m a little nervous. anyadvice will be greatly appreciated.

Classics Fan 04-08-2018 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by sicamous (Post 8233404)
wondering if anyone has any tips or tricks to install the plastic backs on bucket seat? after I paint to match I will install them but being a first timer I m a little nervous. anyadvice will be greatly appreciated.

No tricks really. Center the back on the back of the seat, drill pilot holes and use #6 stainless pan head Phillips screws with stainless finish washers.
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best view 06-07-2025 07:16 PM

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Bringing back up because would you use a awl to carefully look for the drilled holes or just drill new holes anybody do this

CanadianNascar 06-07-2025 09:48 PM

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I found the holes like you said with an awl and sharpie first.
Used a measuring tape on the second seat to help find holes.
Also I used 2" stainless steel #8 screws. It made it easier to find the holes, & pull the back panel, in evenly.
Eye balled it up so I could see the first two screws line up. It takes patience, time, hookers, drugs, alcohol helps also.

Good luck, they look awesome when done.
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1970cstblazer 06-09-2025 08:33 AM

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These are the correct seat back screws:


https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/8rYAA...5B/s-l960.webp

I located these made by OEM supplier Auveco.

#8 X 1-1/2" Phillips Oval #6 Head Screws Chrome

Auveco part number 1424.

On their main site it shows out of stock, but several located on Ebay:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/31396374941...Bk9SR9i0lqOLZA

https://www.ebay.com/itm/12111436623...Bk9SR4aRhZ6LZA


Pic from another member:

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...1&d=1594401364

CanadianNascar 06-09-2025 03:05 PM

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#6 screw would definitely be too small for my holes, maybe my holes have been abused over the years. lol

1mrtimk 07-27-2025 06:22 PM

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Are these panels available from an aftermarket supplier?

1970cstblazer 07-28-2025 02:26 PM

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Yes, but the grain is not exact to original. If buying them, I would replace in pairs so they match.

1mrtimk 07-28-2025 07:34 PM

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Thanks! Not quite there yet!


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