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REDROCKER652002 · 03-26-2021, 10:28 AM

Ok, Since he seems to be focusing on the inside of the truck right now, I was thinking of getting him new seat upholstery and trying it ourselves. Probably a tall order since I have no experience with it, but what the heck, huh?

Brothers has everything on backorder, and to be honest, I have not been that impressed lately with them. LMC has kits, but he already bought the carpet and padding, so I don't need that.

Any suggestions where I can find a decent quality seat cover? He may end up changing things around at some point, so I don't want to break the bank, so to speak. Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

Have a great day all, and thanks for all the help.

RR

Willys_MB · 03-26-2021, 10:31 AM

I'd say it depends on what you're looking to do. On my dad's old Bronco, we just bought some vinyl, hog clips, and hog clip pliers and recovered the seats ourselves, but that was just an old hunting truck. If you want a stock-ish looking cover, you may be SOL because lately everyone is out of stock, but you may get lucky. I may end up going the vinyl or another fabric route on my bench seat because it's cheap and like you said for your son's truck, it doesn't have to be permanent.

Davidf · 03-26-2021, 10:33 AM

Well, I got my houndstooth/vinyl seat cover from Brothers and was super happy with the quality and fit. No puckers, seams in the right place, etc. Wish I could remember who makes the covers for Brothers...

Good luck.

**3757chevy** · 03-26-2021, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Davidf

Well, I got my houndstooth/vinyl seat cover from Brothers and was super happy with the quality and fit. Not puckers, seams in the right place, etc. Wish I could remember who makes the covers for Brothers...

Good luck.

If you don't mind me asking . How long did you have to wait for your order?

REDROCKER652002 · 03-26-2021, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davidf

Well, I got my houndstooth/vinyl seat cover from Brothers and was super happy with the quality and fit. Not puckers, seams in the right place, etc. Wish I could remember who makes the covers for Brothers...

Good luck.

Unfortunately they are out of just about all colors. But I may keep looking and see if they are getting anything in the near future.

REDROCKER652002 · 03-26-2021, 10:43 AM

Just did a quick Google search and found these.

https://www.usa1interiors.com/1967-6...ch-pleats.html

Davidf · 03-26-2021, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

If you don't mind me asking . How long did you have to wait for your order?

I waited a while. After a month, I called and Brothers sort of forgot about the order...but, to their credit, they called the producer and got my order included in his next batch. It then showed up in about a week.

So, these things are produced to order in batches. Order it and then check via phone regularly. They will know the orders in each batch and have an ETA.

**LEEVON** · 03-26-2021, 03:24 PM

It's not bad at all, you can recover a seat and it is super satisfying. It gets a little trickier if you have broken springs and worn out or missing foam but there are plenty of videos and resources to learn. You don't really need specialty tools to install an OE replacement cover either.

**3757chevy** · 06-08-2021, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3757chevy

If you don't mind me asking . How long did you have to wait for your order?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davidf

I waited a while. After a month, I called and Brothers sort of forgot about the order...but, to their credit, they called the producer and got my order included in his next batch. It then showed up in about a week.

So, these things are produced to order in batches. Order it and then check via phone regularly. They will know the orders in each batch and have an ETA.

I am still waiting on an order from Feb !st. They are probably tired of me asking about them.

**landarts** · 06-08-2021, 09:03 AM

I tried Classic Industries and found a few that are in stock. Hope it helps.

67/Heaven · 06-08-2021, 09:41 AM

My .02 Cents

I purchased the covers from a company called Lseat and installed them myself. If the year and model are not listed on their website, they can produce duplicates off of your old ones. The quality is top notch and the price for leather is very reasonable. They can be a bit difficult to contact but in my experience they were legit and reliable. They can custom embroider anything you want on the covers as well.

https://www.lseat.com/

**3757chevy** · 06-09-2021, 12:26 AM

I received an Email today stating the supplier finally got the material to make the covers and they should ship by the end of the month.

1moretruck · 06-09-2021, 03:20 AM

I recently ordered and received my new bucket covers from
https://www.stockinteriors.com/ they told me that orders were running 60 days, they were upfront about it and delivered just shy of the 60 days!

JNiemela · 06-09-2021, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by REDROCKER652002

Just did a quick Google search and found these.

https://www.usa1interiors.com/1967-6...ch-pleats.html

I just got mine from USA1. It took a couple months, but looks great. I will be installing soon. But I wouldn't skimp on a nice cover.

**3757chevy** · 07-04-2021, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3757chevy

I received an Email today stating the supplier finally got the material to make the covers and they should ship by the end of the month.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1moretruck

I recently ordered and received my new bucket covers from
https://www.stockinteriors.com/ they told me that orders were running 60 days, they were upfront about it and delivered just shy of the 60 days!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JNiemela

I just got mine from USA1. It took a couple months, but looks great. I will be installing soon. But I wouldn't skimp on a nice cover.

Finally got mine. They must have gotten a batch done.

**3757chevy** · 09-19-2021, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Finally got mine. They must have gotten a batch done.

I finally got my covers on. A friend with a '70 short bed put them together for me and they turned out great. I also ordered some carpet that I thought was darker but it matches the seats nicely.

**Accelo** · 09-19-2021, 02:14 AM

Some have the covers made locally like I did.
However, not every town has a talented upholster.
Here is a picture of mine. They were $500 each.
Including the covers/material and labor.
The material started out as a flat sheet of vinyl.
The quality of the vinyl is outstanding. I expect it will last a long time.
The wait was till he could get to it. About a month.

03-26-2021, 10:28 AM	#1
REDROCKER652002 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: South San Francisco CA, Posts: 441	Seat Upholstery Ok, Since he seems to be focusing on the inside of the truck right now, I was thinking of getting him new seat upholstery and trying it ourselves. Probably a tall order since I have no experience with it, but what the heck, huh? Brothers has everything on backorder, and to be honest, I have not been that impressed lately with them. LMC has kits, but he already bought the carpet and padding, so I don't need that. Any suggestions where I can find a decent quality seat cover? He may end up changing things around at some point, so I don't want to break the bank, so to speak. Any suggestions would be most appreciated. Have a great day all, and thanks for all the help. RR

03-26-2021, 10:31 AM	#2
Willys_MB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 856	Re: Seat Upholstery I'd say it depends on what you're looking to do. On my dad's old Bronco, we just bought some vinyl, hog clips, and hog clip pliers and recovered the seats ourselves, but that was just an old hunting truck. If you want a stock-ish looking cover, you may be SOL because lately everyone is out of stock, but you may get lucky. I may end up going the vinyl or another fabric route on my bench seat because it's cheap and like you said for your son's truck, it doesn't have to be permanent. __________________ 1968 GMC C2500 Long Bed Fleetside

03-26-2021, 10:33 AM	#3
Davidf Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Austin Posts: 749	Re: Seat Upholstery Well, I got my houndstooth/vinyl seat cover from Brothers and was super happy with the quality and fit. No puckers, seams in the right place, etc. Wish I could remember who makes the covers for Brothers... Good luck. Last edited by Davidf; 03-26-2021 at 11:56 AM.

03-26-2021, 10:43 AM	#6
REDROCKER652002 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: South San Francisco CA, Posts: 441	Re: Seat Upholstery Just did a quick Google search and found these. https://www.usa1interiors.com/1967-6...ch-pleats.html

03-26-2021, 03:24 PM	#8
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,919	Re: Seat Upholstery It's not bad at all, you can recover a seat and it is super satisfying. It gets a little trickier if you have broken springs and worn out or missing foam but there are plenty of videos and resources to learn. You don't really need specialty tools to install an OE replacement cover either. __________________ '86 GMC C30 Crew ~ '86 C20 Crew ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '74K10 ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

06-08-2021, 09:03 AM	#10
landarts landarts Join Date: May 2005 Location: Star, Idaho Posts: 1,434	Re: Seat Upholstery I tried Classic Industries and found a few that are in stock. Hope it helps. Attached Images __________________ Super Cheyenne aka the "Devil Cowboy" 71 K20 Idaho Edition 69 K10 from the Field 68 Second Chance Fix and Sale 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 K2500 The "Fixrupr" build thread 72 Cheyenne 1/2 ton " FIXRUPR " - daily driver 67 C20 all original paint 71 K20 Custom 4x4 (Idaho Edition) 72 K20 GMC Super Custom 4x4 72 K20 Custom Deluxe 4x4 69 K10 Custom package 4x4 (69 K10 from the field) 72 K10 Custom 71 K10 Custom 72 K20 Custom Deluxe 4x4 72 K20 Crew Cab Project 71 GMC Jimmy CST 72 Blazer 70 Blazer

06-08-2021, 09:41 AM	#11
67/Heaven Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 180	Re: Seat Upholstery My .02 Cents I purchased the covers from a company called Lseat and installed them myself. If the year and model are not listed on their website, they can produce duplicates off of your old ones. The quality is top notch and the price for leather is very reasonable. They can be a bit difficult to contact but in my experience they were legit and reliable. They can custom embroider anything you want on the covers as well. https://www.lseat.com/ Last edited by 67/Heaven; 06-08-2021 at 09:48 AM.

06-09-2021, 12:26 AM	#12
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,157	Re: Seat Upholstery I received an Email today stating the supplier finally got the material to make the covers and they should ship by the end of the month. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021-partially bought back 2024) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE Last edited by 3757chevy; 06-09-2021 at 01:04 AM.

06-09-2021, 03:20 AM	#13
1moretruck Registered User Join Date: May 2021 Location: Center Barnstead NH Posts: 34	Re: Seat Upholstery I recently ordered and received my new bucket covers from https://www.stockinteriors.com/ they told me that orders were running 60 days, they were upfront about it and delivered just shy of the 60 days! __________________ 1972 C10 SWB 383 M22 1972 K20 454 1970 K5 1985 M1008 1986 M1008 2020 2500HD Duramax

09-19-2021, 02:14 AM	#17
Accelo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: washington Posts: 2,356	Re: Seat Upholstery Some have the covers made locally like I did. However, not every town has a talented upholster. Here is a picture of mine. They were $500 each. Including the covers/material and labor. The material started out as a flat sheet of vinyl. The quality of the vinyl is outstanding. I expect it will last a long time. The wait was till he could get to it. About a month. Attached Images

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