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JRBECK64 · 06-24-2010, 11:21 PM

I was beginning to think the upholster had moved out of state with my Sons Bench Seat for his 69 long Fleet. Well I got it back today after I had to hunt him down and get it from him. Once I saw the seat my blood pressure went down dramatically. Here it is.

JRBECK64

CollinH · 06-24-2010, 11:30 PM

Now that is a seat. It looks great

Fastfun · 06-25-2010, 01:50 AM

I like it !!!

67chevy1series · 06-25-2010, 01:52 AM

i want one

barryvanhook · 06-25-2010, 02:00 AM

I'm a bucket seat fan, but that is VERY nice!!

Barry

murgg · 06-25-2010, 03:56 AM

how much that run him, looks great!!

KEL · 06-25-2010, 07:50 AM

I am a "stock" kind of guy, but that seat looks great !

big_al_71 · 06-25-2010, 07:50 AM

had to hunt him down? I wonder how long he had it for? it looks very good...

cdowns · 06-25-2010, 07:57 AM

looks great// i wonder why more guys dont take advantage of getting a custom personalized seat like you made the good choice to do//i'd say worth the wait, quality upholstery guys are always swamped and try to keep everybody thier first priority

JRBECK64 · 06-25-2010, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by murgg

how much that run him, looks great!!

First off, Thanks to all for the compliments I too think its a great looking seat. The Upholster had the seat for a Month but told me he would only have it a week. I realy dont mind that he had it a Month but I would rather hear that up front. I probably called him once a week (with no reply or returned call) until yesterday when a friend of mine gave me his home address. This guy works out of his basement and when I showed up at his home the seat was done (How long had it been done?). I figure it this way, the next time I use him for a seat I will just multiply the time he gives me by 4 and then there will be no surprizes. The Seat cost $400. He also Upholstered the dash pad and the door coverings.

murgg,
I used your reply as a blanket reply for all so if your wondering why all the long winded response thats why. Thanks again for the compliment.

JRBECK64

**70cst** · 06-25-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

looks great// i wonder why more guys dont take advantage of getting a custom personalized seat like you made the good choice to do//i'd say worth the wait, quality upholstery guys are always swamped and try to keep everybody thier first priority

x2 Its a

to go outside the norm. Looks very very nice.

faribran · 06-25-2010, 09:21 AM

did any of the springs have to be replaced or repaired?

RocketKing · 06-25-2010, 10:16 AM

Custom seat with a classic look. Well done!

JRBECK64 · 06-25-2010, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by faribran

did any of the springs have to be replaced or repaired?

He checks for broken springs and if any are in need or repair he does it. He completely restuffs the seat with all new foam and I can say from my Sons 64 Shortwide that they are really comfortable. This guy is really talented at a reasonable price.

JRBECK64

big mike71 · 06-25-2010, 09:20 PM

The seat looks cool, where's the pics of the door panels and dash pad.

srea76 · 06-25-2010, 10:13 PM

400 sounds like a great price for seats and foam. Good looking seat.

JRBECK64 · 06-26-2010, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by big mike71

The seat looks cool, where's the pics of the door panels and dash pad.

When I get the interior put in I will post some more pics of the dashpad and door panels. Im still waiting on the dashpad because he had some problems with the glue he was using. I should have it Monday.

JRBECK64

68Stepbed · 06-28-2010, 08:31 AM

That's a good looking seat.

jsbgump · 06-28-2010, 08:39 AM

Looks great

**BIG ORANGE** · 06-28-2010, 10:15 AM

I like it, you got your money's worth, that for sure!!

Racinaround · 06-29-2010, 01:26 AM

Looks Great
$400
I can't get a Upholster to put on a aftermarket cover for that????

JRBECK64 · 06-29-2010, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Racinaround

Looks Great
$400
I can't get a Upholster to put on a aftermarket cover for that????

Racinaround,
Thanks for the compliment and if you want to contact him, PM me and I will give you his Name and Number.

JRBECK64

JRBECK64 · 08-23-2010, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRBECK64

Racinaround,
Thanks for the compliment and if you want to contact him, PM me and I will give you his Name and Number.

JRBECK64

I wanted to update this post because I have changed my mind about refering this upholster. I believe a Man is only as good as his word and if he's not he's not much of a Man. I've had to take my door panels and dash pad from my 67 Pickup and have them Upholstered by another Upholster because this guy took off with the ones from this truck and cant be found. Im guessing I need to check Craigslist and Ebay to see if he's selling them on there, Maybe I can get a good deal on them!!! LESSONS LEARNED.

JRBECK64

VA72C10 · 08-23-2010, 07:38 PM

wow, sorry to hear that. So he wasn't happy with having to fix the issues with the originals?

I had a similar experience with my upholstry guy but thankfully in the end he got it all correct and it looks awesome.

JRBECK64 · 08-23-2010, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VA72C10

wow, sorry to hear that. So he wasn't happy with having to fix the issues with the originals?

I had a similar experience with my upholstry guy but thankfully in the end he got it all correct and it looks awesome.

VA72C10,
Not sure what his deal is, but my neighbor has been dealing with him for quite a while now and he says every once in a while he will start hitting the Meth and he completely flakes out. I just dont want anyone else in here to have to put up with what I have especially if I am going to Recomend the guy. So I think its time to cut my losses and find someone I can depend on. I took my door panels and Dash pad from the 67 into a new guy I found and he said they would be done in a week. Once I get them back I will post some pictures. He showed me a whole book of pictures of his work and this guy is really good. In fact I think I am going to have him upholster my 67 GTO Convertible when it comes time for that one to be done. Since I got the Goat I have forgotten that I still have a 56 Chevy Short Step BigWindow thats my truck that needs to be restored. TOO MANY PROJECTS.

JRBECK64

06-24-2010, 11:21 PM	#1
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	Got the Seat Back FINALLY! I was beginning to think the upholster had moved out of state with my Sons Bench Seat for his 69 long Fleet. Well I got it back today after I had to hunt him down and get it from him. Once I saw the seat my blood pressure went down dramatically. Here it is. JRBECK64

06-24-2010, 11:30 PM	#2
CollinH Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: East Wenatchee, Wa Posts: 30	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! Now that is a seat. It looks great

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Fastfun Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 615	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! I like it !!!

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murgg Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: british columbia Posts: 36	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! how much that run him, looks great!!

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KEL 72 GMC Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wells, Maine Posts: 534	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! I am a "stock" kind of guy, but that seat looks great !

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06-25-2010, 07:57 AM	#9
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! looks great// i wonder why more guys dont take advantage of getting a custom personalized seat like you made the good choice to do//i'd say worth the wait, quality upholstery guys are always swamped and try to keep everybody thier first priority __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-25-2010, 09:21 AM	#12
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06-25-2010, 10:13 PM	#16
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06-28-2010, 08:31 AM	#18
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06-28-2010, 10:15 AM	#20
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,764	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! I like it, you got your money's worth, that for sure!! __________________ Things happen for a reason!

06-29-2010, 01:26 AM	#21
Racinaround Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mountlake Terrace, WA Posts: 260	Re: Got the Seat Back FINALLY! Looks Great $400 I can't get a Upholster to put on a aftermarket cover for that???? __________________ 1950 Chevy 1500 1961 C-10 1969 C-10 1971 Chevelle 2008 Dodge HD3500 Tow Rig

08-23-2010, 07:38 PM	#24
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