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05-31-2009, 11:29 AM
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Re: Seat Options
Project 57
You might want to look into a 2004 Cad SUV second row seat. If I remember right it sits just below your window line if you remove the small headrests. It looked really nice in the mid 50s Chevy truck that I saw (also a big window). There are lots of 3rd row seats for sale on ebay, but in my opinion it's the second row seat (much harder to come by) you'd be wanting. I agree with you, I wouldn't want to disturbe the window line if I could help it. In the end it's your money and your truck! Good Hunting |
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05-31-2009, 01:36 PM
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05-31-2009, 05:27 PM
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Re: Seat Options
I used a 07 Yukon third row seat, check out my build thread for all the details. Look at post 99 for a shot of the back window. Later shows the frame construction. If you search this site for seat swap there are a number of threads discussing it. I set mine up so the seats still tilt up to get access underneath and behind without unbolting the frames, I can also pop them in and out just like the original application.
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06-01-2009, 08:28 AM
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Re: Seat Options
Still looking for one of these 2005 Escalade 2nd row 95 GMC Safari SLT 2nd row 95-99 tahoe suburban
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06-01-2009, 09:22 AM
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Re: Seat Options
The only comment that I have to make is that when you use ANY of the new style seat combinations ,you have to realize that the seats were designed for a longer cab. Try to get something that is as 'thin' as possible.If you use something that has a thick backrest,you are going to be sitting 'on' the steering wheel with your knees up to your chin.
A 57 cab is VERY short from the dash to the back window. |
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06-01-2009, 01:40 PM
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Re: Seat Options
The set back thickness was a factor in my decision too. Here is a picture that shows the thickness and the frame. also a shot that shows the relationship of the seat, me and the steering wheel. The tape is the door window sill. I am not a big guy (5-6, 160 lbs) and feel the steering is just right. There is also a shot of the back window, you could remove the head rest and not see the seat.
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