[markeb01]

It sounds like we share very similar driving issues. I too run Procar Lowback seats, but I also have to use a lumbar support pillow which pushes my hips even closer to the pedals. This convinced me to cut the top off the steering column bell where it contacts the dashboard, so I could push the steering column/wheel another inch forward.

I’ve thought about removing the rear double wall for the extra inch, but don’t have the skills to tackle something like that, and it seems managing the modifications cosmetically would be very difficult.

Switching to an overhead cable throttle pedal added a bit of space, and power brakes allowed moving the pedal forward an inch or so. The hydraulic clutch setup I’m running let me lower the pedal some and still achieve full release. But I really like the idea of lowering the foot well further as a permanent solution most of all. I don’t know how much headers might complicate things, but with manifolds it seems like there should be plenty of open space in that area to make a serious contribution to comfort.

Also, the top of my seat backs are exactly 4.5” from the bottom of the rear window gasket, in case that helps compare where yours are mounted. If they could be raised and remain comfortable, that would tend to move them back a bit.

Another option would be a different seat with a thinner back, but I haven’t found one yet – other than fiberglass or aluminum race versions with limited or no padding, and I couldn’t tolerate that level of discomfort.

Personally I wouldn’t be willing to do anything that modified the outside/back of the cab. I’d sell the truck and buy something else I really liked before I would go to that extreme.

I certainly sympathize with your issues. I’ll be staying tuned in the hopes some ultimate solution appears. Good luck.