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dznucks · 11-05-2012, 09:30 AM

My bench seat has had it. My dogs have trashed the original cover and the foam, so I recovered it. I told myself when they trashed the new cover I would go in search of something with a flip up arm rest and possibly cup holders.

I like the 95-98 chevy truck seats. I know they are comfortable, but I would like to know if anyone has identified a donor vehicle that has the flip up arm rest with cup holders. I dont mind fabricating some type of custom mounting to the cab floor. I also have to keep in mind the T-56 shifter. It has been relcoated forward and just barely clears the bench in 2nd, 4th, and 6th gear.

Post pics or share the year/make/model of what you have found to work. Also, I'd like to know where you guys are finding there seats....ebay, craigslist, etc.

Mrhorsepower97 · 11-05-2012, 09:39 AM

Here is a link to what I put into my 72. Great quality and look/function great.
http://www.discountvantruck.com/truc...truckseats.htm

71K20chevy · 11-05-2012, 09:50 AM

Out of a Chevy truck of some sort:

Shyguy · 11-05-2012, 10:06 AM

The grey one looks like the seat that was in my '92 GMC K-3500. I replaced it with a seat out of a '96 Chevy. The '96 seat has more padding and the fold-down arm rest with storage in it.

dznucks · 11-05-2012, 11:10 AM

Ooohh. Those are nice seats MrHorsepower, alittle more than I wanted to spend, but nice. Thanks for posting that.

I am not a fan of the '92 seats. Too small of an arm rest and uncomfortable in my opinion.

71K20chevy · 11-05-2012, 11:17 AM

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I am not a fan of the '92 seats. Too small of an arm rest and uncomfortable in my opinion.

Eh, they're alright, better than sitting in the original oil-soaked seat

Eventually I'll probably put some Blazer buckets in there.

**steelhorse** · 11-05-2012, 12:51 PM

Mrhorsepower 97 if you don't mind me asking how do those seats feel.I am 6"0 and don't want to be all up in the steering wheel or the roof.

Mrhorsepower97 · 11-05-2012, 12:58 PM

I'm 6'-2" and fit ok. They are really nice and fit the truck well. The seats do push you forward slightly but not bad. I always slide down in the seat when I drive so it fits me just fine. No issues with sitting to tall at all. Feels pretty similar to stock bench.

**truckster** · 11-05-2012, 01:22 PM

I put a 60/40 split bench with a center fold-down arm rest from a 98 Silverado into my Blazer.

dznucks · 11-05-2012, 01:28 PM

I really like the '95-'98 60/40 truck seat and like all the features. More than likely thats what I will end up going with. But, before I buy a set I was wandering if something exists with cup holders.

Where are ya'll finding your seats? I have gone to several salvage yards around me and if they have them they are in bad shape or have been sitting out in the elements getting wet and dirty. I'd love to find a place that has a warehouse of seats to go browse through.

dznucks · 11-06-2012, 07:45 AM

TTT. Anyone else want to share?

**special-K** · 11-06-2012, 07:51 AM

I use 67-72 seats

**screaminchevypickup** · 11-06-2012, 07:55 AM

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I use 67-72 seats

X2 GM got it right no need to change them.
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71sierragrande · 11-06-2012, 09:31 AM

I love how special k cuts right to it. But those seats that mr horsepower posted look like comfy sleepers!

dznucks · 11-06-2012, 10:18 AM

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I use 67-72 seats

I would consider this option if I could find a set and if I could afford them. The ones i have seen would cost more than the ones MrHorsepower posted to bring them back to new condition.

cobra_4 · 11-06-2012, 10:51 AM

These are in the truck my dad just got. They are out of a Ford Mustang. Personally I'm not a fan, I mean they are comfortable but they just don't sit right. Trucks are meant to have bench seats IMO!

Mrhorsepower97 · 11-06-2012, 11:03 AM

The best part was that I was looking to buy my seats new online on the mentioned link I provided. I got a wild hair and check e-bay and BAM.........there was a set on there with mounting brackets so I bought them and saved $400. The guy had bought them new and after installing them he thought they didn't look rioght so he pulled them out and posted them for sale on E-bay. I got lucky but would seriously spend the money over again if I had too because these are great seats and so damn comfy. I get compliments on them all the time and actually had a guy make me a cash offer to pull them out and sell them to him at a car show. hahahahahaha

midniteblues · 11-06-2012, 11:03 AM

maybe not what you want but I searched jy's and came up with a buddie seat frame and console from a 70's dodge truck and some 70's dodge van buckets. with some fab and paint I have a lil' over $50 in the whole set up. they have the look with a fraction of the cost

and they are surprizingly comfy
I agree with what is said above though oe looks best but with a lil'imagination some luck and pateince it can be pulled off without going oe.

67chevemall · 11-06-2012, 05:23 PM

1992 acura integra buckets. bolt right up easy

Roostboy102 · 11-06-2012, 05:41 PM

Rear bench out of a newer super duty! About same dimensions as factory and being a rear seat they see much less use. Mine has a flip down armrest and the cup holder attaches to front of seat (didn't work with my shifter) but I'm totally happy with my choice. Craigslist btw.
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Andy4639 · 11-06-2012, 07:26 PM

I got the seat free so it was a no brainer. The seat in the truck at the time was wasted. Springs were duct taped down so I used it. I think it seats well for me. They have been in the truck since early 90's.They fit up against the back side good and I have plenty of leg room.

mrich550 · 11-06-2012, 10:10 PM

i used 3 piece seats from 03 silverado. i wanted seatbelts that were incorporated in seats for safety. i picked leather ones up at a car show for $ 50. the local upholstery shop is going to do a original houndstooth pattern, they fit good with very little mods

69blackc20 · 11-07-2012, 02:18 AM

04 silverado seats. i love em! and found 20 bucks in the driver seat when i pulled them out of the truck at the wrecking yard!

502ms · 11-07-2012, 03:13 AM

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04 silverado seats. i love em! and found 20 bucks in the driver seat when i pulled them out of the truck at the wrecking yard!

Did these bolt right up? Or did you need to drill new holes?
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**Already Gone** · 11-07-2012, 04:30 AM

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Did these bolt right up? Or did you need to drill new holes?
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You need to drill holes for these. You also need to reinforce the floor as the seatbelt is integrated into thevseat and in a frontal crash the seat ( with you belted in ) if not reinforced could rip out of the floor and... need I say more ? I have a set of these seats and was gonna put them in my truck but decided to go with a stock bench seat.
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11-05-2012, 09:30 AM	#1
dznucks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Smyrna, Ga Posts: 1,647	What seats are you using in your 67-72? My bench seat has had it. My dogs have trashed the original cover and the foam, so I recovered it. I told myself when they trashed the new cover I would go in search of something with a flip up arm rest and possibly cup holders. I like the 95-98 chevy truck seats. I know they are comfortable, but I would like to know if anyone has identified a donor vehicle that has the flip up arm rest with cup holders. I dont mind fabricating some type of custom mounting to the cab floor. I also have to keep in mind the T-56 shifter. It has been relcoated forward and just barely clears the bench in 2nd, 4th, and 6th gear. Post pics or share the year/make/model of what you have found to work. Also, I'd like to know where you guys are finding there seats....ebay, craigslist, etc.

11-05-2012, 09:39 AM	#2
Mrhorsepower97 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 32	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? Here is a link to what I put into my 72. Great quality and look/function great. http://www.discountvantruck.com/truc...truckseats.htm Attached Images

11-05-2012, 09:50 AM	#3
71K20chevy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ft Wayne Indiana Posts: 1,204	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? Out of a Chevy truck of some sort: __________________ 71 K20 64 GMC mud truck

11-05-2012, 10:06 AM	#4
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? The grey one looks like the seat that was in my '92 GMC K-3500. I replaced it with a seat out of a '96 Chevy. The '96 seat has more padding and the fold-down arm rest with storage in it. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

11-05-2012, 11:10 AM	#5
dznucks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Smyrna, Ga Posts: 1,647	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? Ooohh. Those are nice seats MrHorsepower, alittle more than I wanted to spend, but nice. Thanks for posting that. I am not a fan of the '92 seats. Too small of an arm rest and uncomfortable in my opinion.

11-05-2012, 12:51 PM	#7
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? Mrhorsepower 97 if you don't mind me asking how do those seats feel.I am 6"0 and don't want to be all up in the steering wheel or the roof.

11-05-2012, 12:58 PM	#8
Mrhorsepower97 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 32	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I'm 6'-2" and fit ok. They are really nice and fit the truck well. The seats do push you forward slightly but not bad. I always slide down in the seat when I drive so it fits me just fine. No issues with sitting to tall at all. Feels pretty similar to stock bench.

11-05-2012, 01:22 PM	#9
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,854	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I put a 60/40 split bench with a center fold-down arm rest from a 98 Silverado into my Blazer.

11-05-2012, 01:28 PM	#10
dznucks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Smyrna, Ga Posts: 1,647	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I really like the '95-'98 60/40 truck seat and like all the features. More than likely thats what I will end up going with. But, before I buy a set I was wandering if something exists with cup holders. Where are ya'll finding your seats? I have gone to several salvage yards around me and if they have them they are in bad shape or have been sitting out in the elements getting wet and dirty. I'd love to find a place that has a warehouse of seats to go browse through.

11-06-2012, 07:45 AM	#11
dznucks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Smyrna, Ga Posts: 1,647	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? TTT. Anyone else want to share?

11-06-2012, 07:51 AM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I use 67-72 seats __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-06-2012, 09:31 AM	#14
71sierragrande Petroleum User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 928	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I love how special k cuts right to it. But those seats that mr horsepower posted look like comfy sleepers! __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande 2WD 1/2 ton, 350/400 auto 2008 Chevy Silverado 2WD 1/2 ton LT1 5.3L auto

11-06-2012, 10:51 AM	#16
cobra_4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Franklin, NC Posts: 306	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? These are in the truck my dad just got. They are out of a Ford Mustang. Personally I'm not a fan, I mean they are comfortable but they just don't sit right. Trucks are meant to have bench seats IMO!

11-06-2012, 11:03 AM	#17
Mrhorsepower97 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 32	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? The best part was that I was looking to buy my seats new online on the mentioned link I provided. I got a wild hair and check e-bay and BAM.........there was a set on there with mounting brackets so I bought them and saved $400. The guy had bought them new and after installing them he thought they didn't look rioght so he pulled them out and posted them for sale on E-bay. I got lucky but would seriously spend the money over again if I had too because these are great seats and so damn comfy. I get compliments on them all the time and actually had a guy make me a cash offer to pull them out and sell them to him at a car show. hahahahahaha

11-06-2012, 11:03 AM	#18
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? maybe not what you want but I searched jy's and came up with a buddie seat frame and console from a 70's dodge truck and some 70's dodge van buckets. with some fab and paint I have a lil' over $50 in the whole set up. they have the look with a fraction of the cost and they are surprizingly comfy I agree with what is said above though oe looks best but with a lil'imagination some luck and pateince it can be pulled off without going oe. Attached Images __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.



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11-06-2012, 05:23 PM	#19
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? 1992 acura integra buckets. bolt right up easy __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 307 3ott fleetside 1967 Chevy C/10 V8, 3spd, fleetside lwb.Sold 1967 Chev C/10 step, 383, M21. SOLD

11-06-2012, 05:41 PM	#20
Roostboy102 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Amish Country Posts: 138	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? Rear bench out of a newer super duty! About same dimensions as factory and being a rear seat they see much less use. Mine has a flip down armrest and the cup holder attaches to front of seat (didn't work with my shifter) but I'm totally happy with my choice. Craigslist btw. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 C10 - Multicolor, 4.8 ls, NV3500. Sold 72 K5 - Under Construction

11-06-2012, 07:26 PM	#21
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? I got the seat free so it was a no brainer. The seat in the truck at the time was wasted. Springs were duct taped down so I used it. I think it seats well for me. They have been in the truck since early 90's.They fit up against the back side good and I have plenty of leg room. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

11-06-2012, 10:10 PM	#22
mrich550 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: marathon ny Posts: 11	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? i used 3 piece seats from 03 silverado. i wanted seatbelts that were incorporated in seats for safety. i picked leather ones up at a car show for $ 50. the local upholstery shop is going to do a original houndstooth pattern, they fit good with very little mods

11-07-2012, 02:18 AM	#23
69blackc20 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Albany, Or Posts: 16	Re: What seats are you using in your 67-72? 04 silverado seats. i love em! and found 20 bucks in the driver seat when i pulled them out of the truck at the wrecking yard! Attached Images __________________ 1969 chevy c20 high school project/first truck 450hp/5 mpg, gotta love it hahaha

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