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BowTieOgre · 06-09-2008, 12:26 PM

I did a search on the site and got a little info but need more. Has anyone installed a set of bucket seats out of a '99 or newer truck in their truck? I may have a set available and was wondering how involved the install was. They are non power seats out of an '06. Thanks.

tvblazer78 · 06-09-2008, 12:31 PM

I did in my K5

**Captkaos** · 06-09-2008, 03:41 PM

FYI - Blazer has a flat floor vs pickups that don't.
You will have to fab up some custom mounts to make them work.

**N2TRUX** · 06-09-2008, 07:52 PM

I suggest you consder other options unless you want to fab from scratch. The factory brackets make the newer style seats very tall for our trucks.

mbgmike · 06-10-2008, 07:25 PM

We have fabricated frames that mount in the factory holes and then bolted the seats to them. We made them out of 2" angle. I do not have a picture but the basically were simple. I could kind of make you a drawing if you want.
it would have to have a consule to cover up the center part as it goes the full width of the cab and spans over the floor.

slash crashley · 06-12-2008, 05:42 PM

^awesome!

i picked up a 40/20/40 set outta of 99-00 silverado for $40 that i've been meaning to install post fat-matt. i've been sort of dreading it after doing a little research tho. it actually keeps me up at night.

what do these brackets cost w/ shipping and handling? i'd like to purchase a set.

mbgmike · 06-12-2008, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slash crashley

^awesome!

i picked up a 40/20/40 set outta of 99-00 silverado for $40 that i've been meaning to install post fat-matt. i've been sort of dreading it after doing a little research tho. it actually keeps me up at night.

what do these brackets cost w/ shipping and handling? i'd like to purchase a set.

We just fab them up as needed and don't really offer them for sale. I am sketching up some drawings this weekend. They are pretty simple and not hard to make. I have pic's of one installed but not out of the truck. Will post them to.

BowTieOgre · 06-12-2008, 11:44 PM

Here are the seats im picking up this weekend. I think they are a pretty good match to my interior.

slash crashley · 06-13-2008, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbgmike

We just fab them up as needed and don't really offer them for sale. I am sketching up some drawings this weekend. They are pretty simple and not hard to make. I have pic's of one installed but not out of the truck. Will post them to.

that'd be cool, thanks.

BowTieOgre: i think we'll have the same seats. did that set originaly come with the jump / cupholder middle seat too? i don't think i'll be using that part in my installation due to clearance issues with the floor shift and the cup holder. also, i'd prefer a custom console.

mbgmike · 06-16-2008, 08:30 PM

Here is a PDF sketch of the frame we have made in the past. If it does not show up real well you can PM your e-mail addy and I can send it.

BowTieOgre · 06-16-2008, 11:45 PM

Thats more than I could have hoped for. Many thanks!

75sierraclassic · 06-17-2008, 02:23 PM

Do you know how much higher the late model seats with the custom bracket are than the stock bench? I've always wanted to do this, but at 6'5" I don't have any head room to spare.
thanks

06-09-2008, 12:26 PM	#1
BowTieOgre Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1,461	Late Model Bucket Install? I did a search on the site and got a little info but need more. Has anyone installed a set of bucket seats out of a '99 or newer truck in their truck? I may have a set available and was wondering how involved the install was. They are non power seats out of an '06. Thanks. __________________ 1986 C10 - LWB, 305/700r4, posi, vortec heads Last edited by BowTieOgre; 06-09-2008 at 12:27 PM.

06-09-2008, 12:31 PM	#2
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06-09-2008, 03:41 PM	#3
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? FYI - Blazer has a flat floor vs pickups that don't. You will have to fab up some custom mounts to make them work. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

06-09-2008, 07:52 PM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? I suggest you consder other options unless you want to fab from scratch. The factory brackets make the newer style seats very tall for our trucks. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

06-10-2008, 07:25 PM	#5
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? We have fabricated frames that mount in the factory holes and then bolted the seats to them. We made them out of 2" angle. I do not have a picture but the basically were simple. I could kind of make you a drawing if you want. it would have to have a consule to cover up the center part as it goes the full width of the cab and spans over the floor.

06-12-2008, 05:42 PM	#6
slash crashley lucky knuckles Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: orlando, florida Posts: 124	^awesome! i picked up a 40/20/40 set outta of 99-00 silverado for $40 that i've been meaning to install post fat-matt. i've been sort of dreading it after doing a little research tho. it actually keeps me up at night. what do these brackets cost w/ shipping and handling? i'd like to purchase a set.

06-12-2008, 11:44 PM	#8
BowTieOgre Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1,461	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? Here are the seats im picking up this weekend. I think they are a pretty good match to my interior. Attached Images __________________ 1986 C10 - LWB, 305/700r4, posi, vortec heads

06-16-2008, 11:45 PM	#11
BowTieOgre Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1,461	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? Thats more than I could have hoped for. Many thanks! __________________ 1986 C10 - LWB, 305/700r4, posi, vortec heads

06-17-2008, 02:23 PM	#12
75sierraclassic Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 186	Re: Late Model Bucket Install? Do you know how much higher the late model seats with the custom bracket are than the stock bench? I've always wanted to do this, but at 6'5" I don't have any head room to spare. thanks



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