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jorgensensc · 10-02-2008, 12:15 PM

I bought a set of Dodge buddy buckets off a member. My understanding is that the bottom cushion is the same as GM Buddy buckets (although I can't see any stampings on them) and the back cushion is different. How different is the back cushion? Is it a matter of cutting down the back foam? The foam is in really good shape and I'm trying to do this on a reasonable budget. I noticed the back cushion goes a couple of inches above the seat frame. On the GM version is it even with the top of the back seat frame? I also noticed there is distinctive side bolstering on the Dodge Buddy Buckets. Is it the same for the GM Buddies? Any insight would be helpful.
Thanks!!
SHawn

jorgensensc · 10-02-2008, 06:29 PM

Where are you guys?

msgross · 10-02-2008, 07:19 PM

well, I have a set of dodge buddy buckets and they have GM22 on the bottom cushion. Mine don't seem to be that much different on the back than GM either. I don't have a GM set to compare but I bet if you took a set of new covers and held them up to yours then you could shape the foam to work. The mounting brackets are different though... I'm either gonna buy a chevy frame or have some brackets fabbed to work.

**Hart_Rod** · 10-02-2008, 09:35 PM

I think the only difference is the way the seat covers are sewn.

stllookn · 10-02-2008, 10:22 PM

I currently have a set apart and could trace the back for you if you like...just to make sure it is the same profile. It is basically a piece of 3/8 plywood with some foam glued to it. Very simple design.

jorgensensc · 10-03-2008, 10:33 AM

Thanks for the help guys!
stllookn,
If you could just give me some dimensions I could at least have somewhere to start. Your 50th buddy buckets are actually the reason for this purchase. I am going to try and create a 50th Stepside and saw your seats and decided I must have a set. If your upholsterer still has the patterns for your seats I may just have them make me a set like yours. Could you PM me their contact info? If I can get my back seat cushion into the same shape as the GM version it should be a pretty easy install.
Thanks again,
Shawn

stllookn · 10-05-2008, 11:25 AM

Shawn, Dimensions are 14.5" wide (at bottom...tapered...13" at the top) x 14.5" tall x 5.5" inch thick. The radius at the top corners is 3". The plywood inside is 3/8" with 1.5" foam on the back side and 4" foam on the front side.

I got mine from Rick's Custom Upholstery in Columbia, TN. Talk with Donna@(931) 388 - 3022 or email her at upholster2@gmail.com. Just mention the gold and white set of '68 Chevy truck buckets they did last year about this time and she will remember them. Tell her I said hello and will finish my truck and send her the pics I promised some day...LOL!

Good Luck

stllookn · 10-05-2008, 11:39 AM

Shawn, Here are some pics of my '67 buddy seat. The dimensions I gave you are overall dimensions. You could subtract approximately 1/2" from each dimension to get the dimensions of the beads/piping due to the bulge/swell of the foam padding.

Mt Man Chad · 02-21-2009, 10:54 PM

Old post but some Great info!

Thanks!

10-02-2008, 12:15 PM	#1
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. I bought a set of Dodge buddy buckets off a member. My understanding is that the bottom cushion is the same as GM Buddy buckets (although I can't see any stampings on them) and the back cushion is different. How different is the back cushion? Is it a matter of cutting down the back foam? The foam is in really good shape and I'm trying to do this on a reasonable budget. I noticed the back cushion goes a couple of inches above the seat frame. On the GM version is it even with the top of the back seat frame? I also noticed there is distinctive side bolstering on the Dodge Buddy Buckets. Is it the same for the GM Buddies? Any insight would be helpful. Thanks!! SHawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-02-2008, 06:29 PM	#2
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. Where are you guys? __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-02-2008, 07:19 PM	#3
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. well, I have a set of dodge buddy buckets and they have GM22 on the bottom cushion. Mine don't seem to be that much different on the back than GM either. I don't have a GM set to compare but I bet if you took a set of new covers and held them up to yours then you could shape the foam to work. The mounting brackets are different though... I'm either gonna buy a chevy frame or have some brackets fabbed to work. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 10-02-2008 at 07:20 PM.

10-02-2008, 09:35 PM	#4
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. I think the only difference is the way the seat covers are sewn. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

10-02-2008, 10:22 PM	#5
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. I currently have a set apart and could trace the back for you if you like...just to make sure it is the same profile. It is basically a piece of 3/8 plywood with some foam glued to it. Very simple design. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary) Last edited by stllookn; 10-02-2008 at 10:23 PM.

10-03-2008, 10:33 AM	#6
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. Thanks for the help guys! stllookn, If you could just give me some dimensions I could at least have somewhere to start. Your 50th buddy buckets are actually the reason for this purchase. I am going to try and create a 50th Stepside and saw your seats and decided I must have a set. If your upholsterer still has the patterns for your seats I may just have them make me a set like yours. Could you PM me their contact info? If I can get my back seat cushion into the same shape as the GM version it should be a pretty easy install. Thanks again, Shawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-05-2008, 11:25 AM	#7
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. Shawn, Dimensions are 14.5" wide (at bottom...tapered...13" at the top) x 14.5" tall x 5.5" inch thick. The radius at the top corners is 3". The plywood inside is 3/8" with 1.5" foam on the back side and 4" foam on the front side. I got mine from Rick's Custom Upholstery in Columbia, TN. Talk with Donna@(931) 388 - 3022 or email her at upholster2@gmail.com. Just mention the gold and white set of '68 Chevy truck buckets they did last year about this time and she will remember them. Tell her I said hello and will finish my truck and send her the pics I promised some day...LOL! Good Luck __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

10-05-2008, 11:39 AM	#8
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. Shawn, Here are some pics of my '67 buddy seat. The dimensions I gave you are overall dimensions. You could subtract approximately 1/2" from each dimension to get the dimensions of the beads/piping due to the bulge/swell of the foam padding. Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

02-21-2009, 10:54 PM	#9
Mt Man Chad Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakridge Oregon Posts: 1,864	Re: Buddy Bucket question for the Gurus. Old post but some Great info! Thanks! __________________ 68 CST SWB - Gold/White 50th anniversary /TH350/Buddy Buckets/3.73 Posi/dogdish caps. 68 K10 Burb - Gold/White 327/SM465/NP205/3.73 "Daa Burb" build thread



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