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Old 05-13-2010, 02:57 PM   #1
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Question about Bucket Seats

Anybody have any good info on what bucket seats make a good fit in a 65? I am 6ft so they have to have a pretty thin back not to push me too close to the steering wheel. I want to find some that have headrest and some side support if possible.

Pictures would be nice too :-)
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Old 05-13-2010, 06:15 PM   #2
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Re: Question about Bucket Seats

One thing I've noticed in the 88-98 Chevy trucks seats is that you sit higher in bucket seats. I'm 6'4" so I've never really felt that comfortable in them. The bench and 60-40 seats have been more comfortable for me. You feel like you sink in a little on the bench where the buckets kinda hold you up more.
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Old 05-13-2010, 09:17 PM   #3
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Re: Question about Bucket Seats

[QUOTE]You feel like you sink in a little on the bench where the buckets kinda hold you up more./QUOTE]
True but us short people need to stay on top ...
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Old 05-14-2010, 07:11 PM   #4
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Re: Question about Bucket Seats

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Anybody have any good info on what bucket seats make a good fit in a 65? I am 6ft so they have to have a pretty thin back not to push me too close to the steering wheel. I want to find some that have headrest and some side support if possible.

Pictures would be nice too :-)
Hi there . I put a set of seats out of 2000 Silverado in my 65 . They are great . They have the built in shoulder harness and a fold own arm rest console gizmo . I am 6 ft and the only problem for me was the steering wheel is a little close . but the column can be slid in a little bit to take care of that . I didn't have to modify anything to get them in . Just drill some holes and bolt them down . My kid has the truck right now so I can't post any pics .
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Old 05-14-2010, 07:50 PM   #5
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Take a gander here bud:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305738
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