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Old 11-01-2023, 07:55 PM   #3
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Re: Factory style seat springs

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Originally Posted by cericd View Post
Not sure if you've seen these but there is some good info on recreating/installing the seat springs in factory seats. I've never looked into building a custom seat from an original one.

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=655352

https://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vbo...d.php?t=711349

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=832186

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=836010

Edgewire Clip Pliers (recommended on forum)

Music Wire (recommended by GrumpyOldMan) - for recreating original springs
Thanks cericd, lot of good info there. This seat I picked up must be out of a '66, the springs are completely different than any in those pics. I haven't had my seat out yet to look at the springs in it. Actually doesn't feel like any of the springs are broken in mine.
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