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*Stitch* · 12-27-2010, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by J/D/S

rayfinseats,

Yes if you could that would be great, Is the 83 the same size as a 79?
Also I haven't heard back from stitch I hope everything is ok.

I didn't get a pm. I'm not in my truck right now. I can measure my cab when I get home and tell you whether that seat will fit or not.
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J/D/S · 12-27-2010, 02:34 PM

Thats strange I sent it on the 24th of this month, Heck it's even still in my sent box oh well!

Yes if you can measure it that would be great, also I would like to see if you can give me some ideas on the matter? Also were are you located? I would like to get the work done by you.

Jonboy · 12-27-2010, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by J/D/S

Jonboy,
Did that seat bolt right in? Also can you get some pictures of it for me?

It was already in my '87 parts truck, so I just pulled it out. The PO adapted the '87 seat tracks to the seat as far as I can tell. The 88-up seats have a 5-6" riser in their intended application. I like the seat because it is thinner than the bench that was in there, so it sits a little farther back. It is out right now, so I will try to get some pics of the brackets.

*Stitch* · 12-27-2010, 04:14 PM

Sorry about that. I could had swore I replied to that. I thought you were saying I did t reply to another pm. Let me get home and measure and I'll let you know on the size. Also, let's figure out which seat you're gonna go with first and then I can give you a good price. The style of seat is gonna matter when it comes to pricing. And I'm in South Carolina.
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BigRed76 · 12-27-2010, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Greenlee

I posted pictures of these seats and the brackets etc. before. They are probably still on the message board somewhere. This was a 60/40 from a 1998 model.

From a 1998 chevy?
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Greenlee · 12-27-2010, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

From a 1998 chevy?
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Yes. 1998 extended cab Chevy.
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BigRed76 · 12-27-2010, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Greenlee

Yes. 1998 extended cab Chevy.
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Cool. How intensive was the swap? (I'm assuming you used your original seat tracks)

Greenlee · 12-27-2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

Cool. How intensive was the swap? (I'm assuming you used your original seat tracks)

I used the track and brackets from the 98' seats. Where the gas tank hump is, the brackets are too tall and had to be cut down. We molded a piece of strap metal to the shape of the floor and welded it to the seat bracket.

Greenlee · 12-27-2010, 11:43 PM

The inner brackets needed some material added to it.

Greenlee · 12-27-2010, 11:47 PM

This is the other inner bracket. I think this is the last pic of the seats I have on the computer. I don't own the truck anymore.

BigRed76 · 12-27-2010, 11:59 PM

That actually doesnt look as complicated as it may sound, as long as you know someone with a cutting torch and welder

But it looks nice, and gives me some good ideas for the future.

Oh and by the way...do you remember if those seats had the seat belt buckled built into them?

Greenlee · 12-28-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

That actually doesnt look as complicated as it may sound, as long as you know someone with a cutting torch and welder

But it looks nice, and gives me some good ideas for the future.

Oh and by the way...do you remember if those seats had the seat belt buckled built into them?

I was happy with the way it turned out. The thought crossed my mind to pull out the seats when I sold the truck.

I used the stock seat belts from my 76'. The 98' seats don't have the belt built in.
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Jonboy · 12-28-2010, 01:28 AM

I like those seats, too. They are a lot thicker in the back than the earlier seats. I am 6'1, and getting fat. I like the thinner seat. I looked at the brackets on my seat, and it looks like they used some rectangle tubing to make a riser at the front, and used the original '87 Tracks. Not too bad, if you can weld a little bit.

J/D/S · 12-28-2010, 01:43 AM

Thanks Jonboy

Well that settles it I'm going with the same bench that you have.

J/D/S · 12-28-2010, 02:15 AM

Stitch,

So this is the seat I'm going with I would like it all leather the color will be gray and with the same style stitching.

What do you think?

J/D/S · 12-28-2010, 02:57 AM

Or maybe a two tone black and gray

J/D/S · 12-28-2010, 03:17 AM

Hey Stitch,
Do you have any 79 dashes laying around that you could cover also so that the bench color matches the dash? Also I would need the same material to cover the door panels.

83burban · 12-28-2010, 03:21 AM

I plan on ordering a custom seat from discountrvandtruck.com The link that someone posted previously was very helpful in my decision since I didn't get a good response to my thread asking if anyone had dealt with them.

Thanks!!

Jonboy · 12-28-2010, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by J/D/S

Thanks Jonboy

Well that settles it I'm going with the same bench that you have.

I think you will be pleased. I have also found that having the armrest gives me a place to put the stereo faceplate, too. Just a thought.

J/D/S · 12-28-2010, 10:25 AM

Well just finished reading a PM from stitch, he said the best thing would be to do my bench like the red and black picture I posted.

randyre · 08-08-2017, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by J/D/S

Yep been using the search button like crazy,

I know this is an old post, but was hoping someone knew what seat this is from? Is that a stock seat?

**TKCR** · 08-08-2017, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by randyre

I know this is an old post, but was hoping someone knew what seat this is from? Is that a stock seat?

Those are not stock seats for the C10's. Maybe Blazer Buckets with custom reupholstery. They are sweet lookin'!!

randyre · 08-09-2017, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by TKCR

Those are not stock seats for the C10's. Maybe Blazer Buckets with custom reupholstery. They are sweet lookin'!!

Well after looking through LMC and Brothers sites I could not find any trucks or blazers that had a seat like that. I really want that seat. Darn...

OK, I'm finding a few pics like these on early C10's in the 63-68 range. Seems they're called, buddy buckets...

On to do more research.

randyre · 08-09-2017, 02:23 AM

https://www.ricksupholstery.com/sales_a.html

looks like there's a few options... including a full new frame, but not cheap... $$$$

**TKCR** · 08-09-2017, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by randyre

https://www.ricksupholstery.com/sales_a.html

looks like there's a few options... including a full new frame, but not cheap... $$$$

I did a search and found this thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=328534

12-27-2010, 02:34 PM	#27
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Thats strange I sent it on the 24th of this month, Heck it's even still in my sent box oh well! Yes if you can measure it that would be great, also I would like to see if you can give me some ideas on the matter? Also were are you located? I would like to get the work done by you. __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

12-27-2010, 04:14 PM	#29
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Sorry about that. I could had swore I replied to that. I thought you were saying I did t reply to another pm. Let me get home and measure and I'll let you know on the size. Also, let's figure out which seat you're gonna go with first and then I can give you a good price. The style of seat is gonna matter when it comes to pricing. And I'm in South Carolina. Posted via Mobile Device

12-27-2010, 11:43 PM	#34
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas The inner brackets needed some material added to it.

12-27-2010, 11:47 PM	#35
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas This is the other inner bracket. I think this is the last pic of the seats I have on the computer. I don't own the truck anymore.

12-27-2010, 11:59 PM	#36
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas That actually doesnt look as complicated as it may sound, as long as you know someone with a cutting torch and welder But it looks nice, and gives me some good ideas for the future. Oh and by the way...do you remember if those seats had the seat belt buckled built into them? __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

12-28-2010, 01:28 AM	#38
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas I like those seats, too. They are a lot thicker in the back than the earlier seats. I am 6'1, and getting fat. I like the thinner seat. I looked at the brackets on my seat, and it looks like they used some rectangle tubing to make a riser at the front, and used the original '87 Tracks. Not too bad, if you can weld a little bit. Attached Images __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

12-28-2010, 01:43 AM	#39
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Thanks Jonboy Well that settles it I'm going with the same bench that you have. __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

12-28-2010, 02:15 AM	#40
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Stitch, So this is the seat I'm going with I would like it all leather the color will be gray and with the same style stitching. What do you think? Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

12-28-2010, 02:57 AM	#41
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Or maybe a two tone black and gray Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

12-28-2010, 03:17 AM	#42
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Hey Stitch, Do you have any 79 dashes laying around that you could cover also so that the bench color matches the dash? Also I would need the same material to cover the door panels. __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

12-28-2010, 03:21 AM	#43
83burban Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: la Posts: 345	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas I plan on ordering a custom seat from discountrvandtruck.com The link that someone posted previously was very helpful in my decision since I didn't get a good response to my thread asking if anyone had dealt with them. Thanks!!

12-28-2010, 10:25 AM	#45
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas Well just finished reading a PM from stitch, he said the best thing would be to do my bench like the red and black picture I posted. __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

08-09-2017, 02:23 AM	#49
randyre Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: seattle, wa Posts: 3	Re: 79 C10 seat ideas https://www.ricksupholstery.com/sales_a.html looks like there's a few options... including a full new frame, but not cheap... $$$$



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