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Chvy2NV · 10-30-2012, 03:45 PM

Just noticed my bench seat is not sitting as far back as it can go. Seems to be a notch or two to go. There's a long spring coming from the middle somewhere. But it's loose on the other end. And the handle on the driver side seems to be stuck. Any idea how I can get this thing to work properly??

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PanelDeland · 10-30-2012, 04:32 PM

Sounds like the crosswire is broken on the passeger side.Then the seat was moved back and jammed.If that's the case,you'll probably have an easier time removing the seat to fix it.There is a heavy guage wire that runs from the seat lever on the DS to the latch under the seat on the drivers side.IIRC the sping makes it return.Once you get the seat out and flipped over,you will see how the wire connects both seat rails to allow the to lock or adjust.You will need to replace that connecting wire and rehook the spring.
That is assuming the wire is broken.It may be flopping around under the seat somewhere.

**Stocker** · 10-30-2012, 05:02 PM

As far as the handle not moving.... once the seat is out, you may need to soak the handle's lever point and the end that engages the adjustment teeth with WD40 or penetrating oil.

Chvy2NV · 10-30-2012, 11:38 PM

I'm going to get some pics tomorrow. I managed to get it to slide back. And kinda locked it in with the square looking pin that goes in the track.
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A.Bursell · 10-31-2012, 02:49 AM

I have the same problem in my 67. Would like to see what you come up with.

Adam

JCD · 10-31-2012, 06:43 AM

I'm finding it hard to believe with the minimal room in these cabs with the tank behind, and the large steering wheel, someone actually moved the seat forward...

J.

PanelDeland · 10-31-2012, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JCD

I'm finding it hard to believe with the minimal room in these cabs with the tank behind, and the large steering wheel, someone actually moved the seat forward...

J.

Maybe they were looking to see if the build sheet was behind the seat,or trying to get a seat belt buckle back thru.Many reasons to move the seat.

JCD · 10-31-2012, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

Maybe they were looking to see if the build sheet was behind the seat,or trying to get a seat belt buckle back thru.Many reasons to move the seat.

I was making a funny..
I found it interesting that his seat was forward, and my comment was directed at the many people that have posted about the lack of room in their cabs..
And how they strive to find room to move the seats back away from the over sized steering wheel.. that takes up the limited amount of room we have.

J.

ChevyLvr4Life · 10-31-2012, 05:19 PM

I had the same problem with the seat in my '70. The crosswire that PanelDeland mentioned had come come unhooked from both sides of the seat and was laying in the floor under the seat. The spring that keeps tension on it was gone. When I got my seat recovered I flipped my seat upside down and rehooked the crosswire before putting it back in. As for that tension spring I used a zip tie and looped it around the crosswire and one of the seat springs and tightened it up until I thought there was enough tension on the crosswire. It has been on there for 3 years and still works good.

10-30-2012, 03:45 PM	#1
Chvy2NV Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: So. Florida Posts: 873	67 bench seat not sliding.. Just noticed my bench seat is not sitting as far back as it can go. Seems to be a notch or two to go. There's a long spring coming from the middle somewhere. But it's loose on the other end. And the handle on the driver side seems to be stuck. Any idea how I can get this thing to work properly?? Posted via Mobile Device

10-30-2012, 04:32 PM	#2
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. Sounds like the crosswire is broken on the passeger side.Then the seat was moved back and jammed.If that's the case,you'll probably have an easier time removing the seat to fix it.There is a heavy guage wire that runs from the seat lever on the DS to the latch under the seat on the drivers side.IIRC the sping makes it return.Once you get the seat out and flipped over,you will see how the wire connects both seat rails to allow the to lock or adjust.You will need to replace that connecting wire and rehook the spring. That is assuming the wire is broken.It may be flopping around under the seat somewhere. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

10-30-2012, 05:02 PM	#3
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,694	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. As far as the handle not moving.... once the seat is out, you may need to soak the handle's lever point and the end that engages the adjustment teeth with WD40 or penetrating oil. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

10-30-2012, 11:38 PM	#4
Chvy2NV Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: So. Florida Posts: 873	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. I'm going to get some pics tomorrow. I managed to get it to slide back. And kinda locked it in with the square looking pin that goes in the track. Posted via Mobile Device

10-31-2012, 02:49 AM	#5
A.Bursell Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Marysville, WA Posts: 294	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. I have the same problem in my 67. Would like to see what you come up with. Adam

10-31-2012, 06:43 AM	#6
JCD Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles California Posts: 352	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. I'm finding it hard to believe with the minimal room in these cabs with the tank behind, and the large steering wheel, someone actually moved the seat forward... J. __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe Highlander C20 1971 Javelin SST New Project 1971 Demon 340 1969 SS El Camino 1968 SS RS 396 Camaro 1967 Barracuda Formula S 1965 140/4sp Corvair Monza Convertible Sorry, but I don't do Fords.

10-31-2012, 05:19 PM	#9
ChevyLvr4Life Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Martinsville, VA Posts: 150	Re: 67 bench seat not sliding.. I had the same problem with the seat in my '70. The crosswire that PanelDeland mentioned had come come unhooked from both sides of the seat and was laying in the floor under the seat. The spring that keeps tension on it was gone. When I got my seat recovered I flipped my seat upside down and rehooked the crosswire before putting it back in. As for that tension spring I used a zip tie and looped it around the crosswire and one of the seat springs and tightened it up until I thought there was enough tension on the crosswire. It has been on there for 3 years and still works good. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 LWB 307 3OTT 3.73 gear



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