Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

burbluv · 01-03-2012, 05:00 PM

So I am including pictures of what I have so far and I am trying to get back to original. My driver bench seat was obviously redone befor I got it but my second row bench jump seat and third row bench are both different and I am not sure which or if either were original. The second row bench has a little bit of an angle design on the top which makes me think it might be a GMC seat??? By the VIN I can tell that I had the comfort package, my paint is the two tone crystal turquoise poly and cameo white.

Not sure even where I can find something similar but I am guessing my original was the third row? Anyone know anything that may help me out?
All the support on this forum is awesome!
Thanks,
AJ

**Corts60** · 01-03-2012, 05:06 PM

What year suburban? I am betting that if it is a 60-63, then that duct tape seat is the original one. Also is your truck GMC or Chevy?

oem4me · 01-03-2012, 05:28 PM

Is your burb a '62 ? If so, the intact seat is the correct seat and pattern.
My '62 Chevy pickup below

**clemdaddy** · 01-03-2012, 05:49 PM

i know it won't be the exact material. and the original is cloth, but i found a textured vinyl material that looks similar and might wear better. i think i wrote the numbers and manufacturers name down somewhere if interested.

there was a thread on here that included a link to a company that carries lots of vintage fabric, and maybe they got the real deal...

burbluv · 01-03-2012, 05:24 PM

Thanks for the reply Cort. It is a 1962 Chevrolet. I thought the center angled strip one only came on the GMC? Anyone have any pictures of their original interiors that might help?

burbluv · 01-03-2012, 05:37 PM

Yep I am a 62 burb. That shot looks great of your interior! Did you have it redone and if so where do I find that criss cross pattern. I also wanted to make sure all 3 rows have the same pattern or if any of them are different like how the taped one has the dividing piece down the center.

oem4me · 01-04-2012, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by burbluv

Yep I am a 62 burb. That shot looks great of your interior! Did you have it redone and if so where do I find that criss cross pattern. I also wanted to make sure all 3 rows have the same pattern or if any of them are different like how the taped one has the dividing piece down the center.

The seat cover on mine is original. When I got the truck about fifteen years ago, the seat was absolutely mint perfect. I'm guessing it had a protector on it from new, and it had been removed to expose the seat for the first time just before I bought it. The truck very likely has over a hundred thousand miles on it (odom stuck at 77K), so that factory fabric is tough stuff. I think you can get it all from SMS as others have said.
below is a partial shot of Aerotruk63's seat that he restored. Is his the same as your second seat? Also, it is possible your burb came with just two seats, if you didn't know that. The number of sliding windows you have is a good clue on that one.
I've said it before, somebody needs to get on it and reproduce these factory style seat covers for us.

64Short · 01-04-2012, 05:14 AM

File Photo

**MisterC** · 01-03-2012, 05:56 PM

http://www.smsautofabrics.com/

If they don't have it, it most likely can't be found anymore. They even sent me a couple of samples of what I was looking for. I haven't pulled the trigger yet, but when I do, they will be my supplier.

jimmydean · 01-03-2012, 06:24 PM

I'm lucky these guys are local http://www.perfectfit.com I got all my stuff from there, but mine is far from OE unless you mean '08 Cadillac OE.

That '62 seat looks incredible.

lil hoodlum · 01-03-2012, 06:55 PM

You might try this link:

http://originalauto.com/products/n-o...at-cloth-vinyl

Not sure if will help any. I have had it book marked for a long time. Pretty neat stuff.

Keith

burbluv · 01-04-2012, 12:09 PM

I think everyone really helped. I just filled in a form and called SMS yesterday and they are going to see if they have what I need. I am going to follow it up with a few photos especially the one from 64short. That picture is awesome and very motivating. Thanks!
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kpc01 · 01-04-2012, 02:41 PM

Did any suburbans have bucket seats up front? Mines a 64 and I have buckets in the front and a spot for both rear seats but curious if this is the factor seats?

burbluv · 01-04-2012, 03:13 PM

I have never seen or heard of any original bucket seats.

oem4me · 01-04-2012, 03:28 PM

I'm jumping in on Aerotruks game here and submitting some images for ya.

burbluv · 01-04-2012, 05:08 PM

Thanks OEM4ME. I just ordered every book I could find on my burb from Autolit and American Classic and am going crazy waiting.

By the way 64Short do you have any idea where or who this photo came from?
It really helps answer a ton of questions I have on interior and paint and would love to get more from the owner.
Thanks,
AJ

oem4me · 01-04-2012, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burbluv

Thanks OEM4ME. I just ordered every book I could find on my burb from Autolit and American Classic and am going crazy waiting.

By the way 64Short do you have any idea where or who this photo came from?
It really helps answer a ton of questions I have on interior and paint and would love to get more from the owner.
Thanks,
AJ

I can answer that. The owner is a bit of a doofus, but he does have some nice trucks. Just kidding, I own the '65 Suburban in question. 45k miles, all-original unrestored condition inside and out. original paint except for half the hood and one rear wheel lip many years ago. 283 v8, 4 speed. As far as questions go, ask away, but getting reference photos seems to take longer these days, as the trucks are often in storage away from the house.

burbluv · 01-04-2012, 07:29 PM

It looks like I found it with everyone's help. I just got an email back from SMS
http://www.smsautofabrics.com/
Attached is a closeup of my interior and a sample of theirs with info if anyone else needs it.
Thanks!
AJ

01-03-2012, 05:00 PM	#1
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? So I am including pictures of what I have so far and I am trying to get back to original. My driver bench seat was obviously redone befor I got it but my second row bench jump seat and third row bench are both different and I am not sure which or if either were original. The second row bench has a little bit of an angle design on the top which makes me think it might be a GMC seat??? By the VIN I can tell that I had the comfort package, my paint is the two tone crystal turquoise poly and cameo white. Not sure even where I can find something similar but I am guessing my original was the third row? Anyone know anything that may help me out? All the support on this forum is awesome! Thanks, AJ Attached Images

01-03-2012, 05:06 PM	#2
Corts60 Just here to tinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Holland, MI Posts: 3,697	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? What year suburban? I am betting that if it is a 60-63, then that duct tape seat is the original one. Also is your truck GMC or Chevy? __________________ 78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 73 Chevy C20(Daily)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=852767 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(sold)

01-03-2012, 05:28 PM	#3
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? Is your burb a '62 ? If so, the intact seat is the correct seat and pattern. My '62 Chevy pickup below Attached Images

01-03-2012, 05:49 PM	#4
clemdaddy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 1,923	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? i know it won't be the exact material. and the original is cloth, but i found a textured vinyl material that looks similar and might wear better. i think i wrote the numbers and manufacturers name down somewhere if interested. there was a thread on here that included a link to a company that carries lots of vintage fabric, and maybe they got the real deal... Attached Images

01-03-2012, 05:24 PM	#5
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? Thanks for the reply Cort. It is a 1962 Chevrolet. I thought the center angled strip one only came on the GMC? Anyone have any pictures of their original interiors that might help?

01-03-2012, 05:37 PM	#6
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? Yep I am a 62 burb. That shot looks great of your interior! Did you have it redone and if so where do I find that criss cross pattern. I also wanted to make sure all 3 rows have the same pattern or if any of them are different like how the taped one has the dividing piece down the center.

01-04-2012, 05:14 AM	#8
64Short Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tigard, OR Posts: 29	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? File Photo Attached Images

01-03-2012, 05:56 PM	#9
MisterC Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 1,027	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? http://www.smsautofabrics.com/ If they don't have it, it most likely can't be found anymore. They even sent me a couple of samples of what I was looking for. I haven't pulled the trigger yet, but when I do, they will be my supplier. __________________ Poor and content is Rich...and Rich enough! - William Shakespeare 1966 C10 Custom Cab "Luigi" Big Window - SWB Fleetside 350 V-8 - Powerglide My not so much a build thread as a "Slow Progression Thread":http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486894

01-03-2012, 06:24 PM	#10
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? I'm lucky these guys are local http://www.perfectfit.com I got all my stuff from there, but mine is far from OE unless you mean '08 Cadillac OE. That '62 seat looks incredible. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

01-03-2012, 06:55 PM	#11
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,735	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? You might try this link: http://originalauto.com/products/n-o...at-cloth-vinyl Not sure if will help any. I have had it book marked for a long time. Pretty neat stuff. Keith

01-04-2012, 12:09 PM	#12
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? I think everyone really helped. I just filled in a form and called SMS yesterday and they are going to see if they have what I need. I am going to follow it up with a few photos especially the one from 64short. That picture is awesome and very motivating. Thanks! Posted via Mobile Device

01-04-2012, 02:41 PM	#13
kpc01 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: DFW TX (Oak Point) Posts: 148	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? Did any suburbans have bucket seats up front? Mines a 64 and I have buckets in the front and a spot for both rear seats but curious if this is the factor seats?

01-04-2012, 03:13 PM	#14
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? I have never seen or heard of any original bucket seats.

01-04-2012, 03:28 PM	#15
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? I'm jumping in on Aerotruks game here and submitting some images for ya. Attached Images

01-04-2012, 05:08 PM	#16
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? Thanks OEM4ME. I just ordered every book I could find on my burb from Autolit and American Classic and am going crazy waiting. By the way 64Short do you have any idea where or who this photo came from? It really helps answer a ton of questions I have on interior and paint and would love to get more from the owner. Thanks, AJ Attached Images



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01-04-2012, 07:29 PM	#18
burbluv Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Ramon California Posts: 325	Re: Which way to go with the interior for my Suburban? It looks like I found it with everyone's help. I just got an email back from SMS http://www.smsautofabrics.com/ Attached is a closeup of my interior and a sample of theirs with info if anyone else needs it. Thanks! AJ Attached Images

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