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bouncytruck · 07-10-2002, 11:59 AM

I got a line on some bucket seats for cheap. The guy though they were out of a first gen Jimmy but when he got them they were in a truck. What is the difference between the Truck and Jimmy seats? He had a console too but that has already been sold. I'm also suspicious that the seats may be for a later model jimmy or truck. How can I tell them apart. Will truck and/or later model seats fit in my '69 Blazer? I'm going to look at them this weekend.

Low69CST · 07-10-2002, 12:05 PM

I've got some 73 buckets for my 69. To make them sit right, you'll need to add some small spacers to the rear brackets. I've got some aluminum blocks coming in today for these spacers. I'm sure 68 Burb can't wait til I get this order in! They don't have to be very big spacers. They are different thicknesses though. All less than an inch.

WD Steeves · 07-10-2002, 01:01 PM

I got mine from a late 70's pickup and my original brackets bolted right up in my 72 K5.Check em out at http://community.webshots.com/user/wdsteeves good luck

WD Steeves · 07-10-2002, 01:09 PM

I got mine from a late 70's pickup and my original brackets bolted right up in my 72 K5.Check em out at http://community.webshots.com/user/wdsteeves good luck

da-burb · 07-10-2002, 01:29 PM

the difference is the passenger seat bracket. In a blazer the seat has to flip forward to allow passengers in. In a truck it uses 2 stamped steel brackets that don't allow any movement of the seat. The seat is stationary.

bouncytruck · 07-10-2002, 02:33 PM

Thanks guys. I hope they are the right thing. WD Steeves, does your passenger seat flip forward? The current brackets in my truck where home-made by a previous owner. They aren't bad but they sit way too high.

07-10-2002, 11:59 AM	#1
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Buckets Seats I got a line on some bucket seats for cheap. The guy though they were out of a first gen Jimmy but when he got them they were in a truck. What is the difference between the Truck and Jimmy seats? He had a console too but that has already been sold. I'm also suspicious that the seats may be for a later model jimmy or truck. How can I tell them apart. Will truck and/or later model seats fit in my '69 Blazer? I'm going to look at them this weekend. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-10-2002, 12:05 PM	#2
Low69CST Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA Posts: 2,163	I've got some 73 buckets for my 69. To make them sit right, you'll need to add some small spacers to the rear brackets. I've got some aluminum blocks coming in today for these spacers. I'm sure 68 Burb can't wait til I get this order in! They don't have to be very big spacers. They are different thicknesses though. All less than an inch. __________________ '69 CST Short fleetside Lowered, 400 small block, 700R4, 4 wheel disc brakes, front sway bar & rear camaro sway bar (in progress) '87 V10 4x4 Short Fleetside Quad Suspension and Dual Tanks

07-10-2002, 01:01 PM	#3
WD Steeves Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Prince George,British Columbia,Canada Posts: 19	Seats I got mine from a late 70's pickup and my original brackets bolted right up in my 72 K5.Check em out at http://community.webshots.com/user/wdsteeves good luck __________________ From the frozen North.Toys 72 K5 Cst 4" suspension,3" body lift 35" tires.Frame off restoration.1997 Hummer wagon.66 Chev Burb,99 Tahoe,26'Chase 800 454 Magnum Hi performance boat

07-10-2002, 01:09 PM	#4
WD Steeves Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Prince George,British Columbia,Canada Posts: 19	Seats I got mine from a late 70's pickup and my original brackets bolted right up in my 72 K5.Check em out at http://community.webshots.com/user/wdsteeves good luck __________________ From the frozen North.Toys 72 K5 Cst 4" suspension,3" body lift 35" tires.Frame off restoration.1997 Hummer wagon.66 Chev Burb,99 Tahoe,26'Chase 800 454 Magnum Hi performance boat

07-10-2002, 01:29 PM	#5
da-burb "Ochre Ogre" Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Springfield, MN Posts: 3,558	the difference is the passenger seat bracket. In a blazer the seat has to flip forward to allow passengers in. In a truck it uses 2 stamped steel brackets that don't allow any movement of the seat. The seat is stationary. __________________ Bowtie Truck Stop Inc. Mid-West GM Truck Restoration Parts Supplier Your Key Parts, Auto Metal Direct, Dynacorn, and Goodmark dealer. like us @ www.facebook.com/BowtieTruckStop 1971 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1971 K-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 K-20 Suburban (Yellow- that just aint right!) Springfield, Minnesota 56087

07-10-2002, 02:33 PM	#6
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Thanks guys. I hope they are the right thing. WD Steeves, does your passenger seat flip forward? The current brackets in my truck where home-made by a previous owner. They aren't bad but they sit way too high. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L



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