47-54 bench seat - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BlueJeep · 08-07-2009, 10:36 AM

For those of you with AD trucks, what are you using for a bench seat? Trying to decide to have the stock one re-done with foam instead of springs, or do the 88-98 chevy seat route. Pics are always welcomed! I want to have the seat figured our prior to mounting the steering column.

Thanks!

nickp51chevy · 08-07-2009, 12:42 PM

i'm using a late 60's ford seat. it folds forward. just need to get it reupholstered. i also like my original seat. it is on my back deck as a lounge chair.

Thadious · 08-07-2009, 04:04 PM

I'm currently on the hunt for a set from a late 90's / early 00's Dodge Dakota. They're a 40/20/40 split, so you get the comfort of bucket, the space of a bench, an armrest, a foldup storage in the armrest and a pullout drink holder in the bottom. I found a pair at a local wrecking yard for $175 - $200 per, so still working on seeing if I can find em just a little cheaper.

Cheers,
Ted.

sn33kyp3t3 · 08-07-2009, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thadious

I'm currently on the hunt for a set from a late 90's / early 00's Dodge Dakota. They're a 40/20/40 split, so you get the comfort of bucket, the space of a bench, an armrest, a foldup storage in the armrest and a pullout drink holder in the bottom. I found a pair at a local wrecking yard for $175 - $200 per, so still working on seeing if I can find em just a little cheaper.

Cheers,
Ted.

That is a great tip. I want a split bench (mainly for the cup holders

).

I'm using a bench out of an Astro van, fits perfectly, but the fold down release is on the passenger side.

54 jimmy · 08-07-2009, 04:50 PM

look at my build i have a dodge dakota split bench out of a 98 go to page 3 about 1/4 way down.
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=314628

Orange52 · 08-07-2009, 07:32 PM

I've read the bench out of a newer Chevy Impala fits nicely.

I saw a truck on the HAMB that had one in it but haven't done it personally.

smittys50 · 08-08-2009, 11:34 PM

i used a 60/40 beanch seat out of a 1995 oldsmobile cutlass supreme sl.

OrrieG · 08-09-2009, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 54 jimmy

look at my build i have a dodge dakota split bench out of a 98 go to page 3 about 1/4 way down.
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=314628

Jimmy - I discovered if you go to your thread and right click the post number you can save the link and insert it in threads so it directs folks right to the post you want them to see.

hotrodrookie · 08-10-2009, 02:29 AM

Im not sure of the size difference, Im sure you have less room then my 59 but I picked up some second row seats out of a 2007 tahoe. I know that the third row seats are narrower and also have built in shoulder belts.

Thadious · 08-10-2009, 10:32 AM

40/20/40's are two bucket seats with a fold down centre console that doubles as a mini seat. Personally I like them since the seams and everything make them virtually symmetrical... and I'm all about that. Also the storage in them is great, especially in a truck that doesn't have any but a cardboard glove compartment.

Cheers,
Ted.

OrrieG · 08-10-2009, 01:45 PM

I used 07 Yukon third row seats in mine. They have the belts integrated into the seat, fold 50/50, and center lap belt for third (small) person. Here is a photo of seat like mine but in cloth. My build thread shows the frame I built to allow me to remove them or get to area under the seat. Frame is set up for angle adjustment too since the seats are fixed.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&postcount=69

08-07-2009, 10:36 AM	#1
BlueJeep Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 1,608	47-54 bench seat For those of you with AD trucks, what are you using for a bench seat? Trying to decide to have the stock one re-done with foam instead of springs, or do the 88-98 chevy seat route. Pics are always welcomed! I want to have the seat figured our prior to mounting the steering column. Thanks! __________________ build threads: 86 Suburban 88 Jeep 6.0 swap 49 Chevy truck 54 Chevy wagon 86 Suburban lowered 4/6 54 Chevy wagon 49 Chevy/s10 mix 88 Jeep Wrangler rockcrawler

08-07-2009, 12:42 PM	#2
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: 47-54 bench seat i'm using a late 60's ford seat. it folds forward. just need to get it reupholstered. i also like my original seat. it is on my back deck as a lounge chair. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

08-07-2009, 04:04 PM	#3
Thadious Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Creston, BC Canada Posts: 369	Re: 47-54 bench seat I'm currently on the hunt for a set from a late 90's / early 00's Dodge Dakota. They're a 40/20/40 split, so you get the comfort of bucket, the space of a bench, an armrest, a foldup storage in the armrest and a pullout drink holder in the bottom. I found a pair at a local wrecking yard for $175 - $200 per, so still working on seeing if I can find em just a little cheaper. Cheers, Ted. __________________ '51 Chevy Build - In the design stages Aut viam inveniam aut faciam - I will either find a way or make one. If you don't have time to do it right the first time, when will you... My new build - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...70#post8958970

08-07-2009, 04:50 PM	#5
54 jimmy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: pittston,PA Posts: 1,184	Re: 47-54 bench seat look at my build i have a dodge dakota split bench out of a 98 go to page 3 about 1/4 way down. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=314628 __________________ There is nothing you can't fix with a BFH or a FIRE WRENCH. 1997 chevy k1500 ext cab z71 (daily driver) sold 1996 chevy k1500 reg cab 4x4(daily driver)totaled 2008jeep patriot (wife's daily driver 2008 chevy 1500 ext cab 4x4 sold 2011 chevy 1500 crew cab ltz (daily driver) 1996 chevy 1500 reg cab 4x4 project sold 2006 pontiac grand prix gxp (daily work commuter) Last edited by 54 jimmy; 08-07-2009 at 08:37 PM.

08-07-2009, 07:32 PM	#6
Orange52 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Des Moines IA Posts: 17	Re: 47-54 bench seat I've read the bench out of a newer Chevy Impala fits nicely. I saw a truck on the HAMB that had one in it but haven't done it personally.

08-08-2009, 11:34 PM	#7
smittys50 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: ohio Posts: 69	Re: 47-54 bench seat i used a 60/40 beanch seat out of a 1995 oldsmobile cutlass supreme sl. __________________ build them to drive & have fun!

08-10-2009, 02:29 AM	#9
hotrodrookie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sacramento Posts: 425	Re: 47-54 bench seat Im not sure of the size difference, Im sure you have less room then my 59 but I picked up some second row seats out of a 2007 tahoe. I know that the third row seats are narrower and also have built in shoulder belts.

08-10-2009, 10:32 AM	#10
Thadious Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Creston, BC Canada Posts: 369	Re: 47-54 bench seat 40/20/40's are two bucket seats with a fold down centre console that doubles as a mini seat. Personally I like them since the seams and everything make them virtually symmetrical... and I'm all about that. Also the storage in them is great, especially in a truck that doesn't have any but a cardboard glove compartment. Cheers, Ted. __________________ '51 Chevy Build - In the design stages Aut viam inveniam aut faciam - I will either find a way or make one. If you don't have time to do it right the first time, when will you... My new build - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...70#post8958970

08-10-2009, 01:45 PM	#11
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 47-54 bench seat I used 07 Yukon third row seats in mine. They have the belts integrated into the seat, fold 50/50, and center lap belt for third (small) person. Here is a photo of seat like mine but in cloth. My build thread shows the frame I built to allow me to remove them or get to area under the seat. Frame is set up for angle adjustment too since the seats are fixed. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&postcount=69 __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project



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