1998 chev split bench 60-40 seat - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

our64 · 10-16-2003, 06:29 PM

Does anybody know if this seat will fit in my truck without a ton of modification. Thanks in advance

*rickspickuppart* · 10-16-2003, 06:34 PM

other than drilling new holes in the floor it will fit

Longhorn Man · 10-16-2003, 11:43 PM

One thing though, if you are taller than 5 foot 10, you may not like it. I had to duck to get into my buddy's 69 GMC with the 60/40 seat. Also, if you are a little short for your weight, or have big thighs, you'll have problems, even with a 15 inch wheel I had some problems, and this was when I was thin.
It was VERY comfortable though...once I was in position anyways.

**Yukon Jack** · 10-17-2003, 09:50 AM

I'm test fitting a 99 Silverado's 40/20/40 in my 69. From the firewall where the steering wheel goes through measuring to the front edge of the seat is about 24 inches, where as the stock seat measures about 28 inches. Height is pretty similar. Stock measured about 12 to 13 inches, and this one measures about 15. I definitely need to consider a tilt wheel now.

Bill72BB · 10-17-2003, 10:25 AM

Here is the 98 60/40 in my truck ,I still have the gas tank behind the seat.
I'm 5 11 , 210 and have a 14 " wheel it is a very comfortable seat but not for someone over 6 ft . Also I need to move the seat forward to lower and raise the consul ( no big deal it's down all the time ) . I love this seat

**Yukon Jack** · 10-17-2003, 10:29 AM

Bill, that looks great!

70c10 · 10-17-2003, 12:27 PM

Bill, Looks great!

69sixpackbee · 10-17-2003, 02:02 PM

Heres mine:

Easy install and there is a good source for making the necessary brackets for the center seat. Contact Fred T here on the board and he has beautiful detailed instructions on this "how to" follow his recommendations to the letter and you can't go wrong!

Bill72BB · 10-17-2003, 03:12 PM

Bud , the seat in looks great .Need to see the truck now that you got it finished.

Fred T · 10-17-2003, 05:26 PM

I have that seat (same as Bill's) in my 69. Had to make a bracket for the center front leg, and shim the rears. I love the way it sits, and am tall and very long-waisted. 6-2 with a 31" inseam. I even have room to wear a ball cap. The bench seat is an inch lower, but mine was worn out 30 years ago by the looks of it.

our64 · 10-17-2003, 09:35 PM

Thanks guys for the great news. cant wait to get rid of that old vinyl seat, as its getting cold here in the north. Any idea how I can get hold of " Fred T "
Thanks again for the info

69sixpackbee · 10-18-2003, 01:28 PM

Fred T is in the post right above you! Click his PM

10-16-2003, 06:29 PM	#1
our64 http://public.fotki.com/street Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 169	1998 chev split bench 60-40 seat Does anybody know if this seat will fit in my truck without a ton of modification. Thanks in advance

10-17-2003, 09:50 AM	#4
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,689	I'm test fitting a 99 Silverado's 40/20/40 in my 69. From the firewall where the steering wheel goes through measuring to the front edge of the seat is about 24 inches, where as the stock seat measures about 28 inches. Height is pretty similar. Stock measured about 12 to 13 inches, and this one measures about 15. I definitely need to consider a tilt wheel now. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

10-17-2003, 10:25 AM	#5
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	Here is the 98 60/40 in my truck ,I still have the gas tank behind the seat. I'm 5 11 , 210 and have a 14 " wheel it is a very comfortable seat but not for someone over 6 ft . Also I need to move the seat forward to lower and raise the consul ( no big deal it's down all the time ) . I love this seat Attached Images __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

10-17-2003, 10:29 AM	#6
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,689	Bill, that looks great! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

10-17-2003, 12:27 PM	#7
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,856	Bill, Looks great! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

10-16-2003, 06:34 PM	#2
rickspickuppart Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,284	other than drilling new holes in the floor it will fit

10-16-2003, 11:43 PM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	One thing though, if you are taller than 5 foot 10, you may not like it. I had to duck to get into my buddy's 69 GMC with the 60/40 seat. Also, if you are a little short for your weight, or have big thighs, you'll have problems, even with a 15 inch wheel I had some problems, and this was when I was thin. It was VERY comfortable though...once I was in position anyways.

10-17-2003, 02:02 PM	#8
69sixpackbee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Sabinal, Texas Posts: 1,706	Heres mine: Easy install and there is a good source for making the necessary brackets for the center seat. Contact Fred T here on the board and he has beautiful detailed instructions on this "how to" follow his recommendations to the letter and you can't go wrong!

10-17-2003, 03:12 PM	#9
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	Bud , the seat in looks great .Need to see the truck now that you got it finished. __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen , Last edited by Bill72BB; 10-17-2003 at 03:27 PM.

10-17-2003, 05:26 PM	#10
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	I have that seat (same as Bill's) in my 69. Had to make a bracket for the center front leg, and shim the rears. I love the way it sits, and am tall and very long-waisted. 6-2 with a 31" inseam. I even have room to wear a ball cap. The bench seat is an inch lower, but mine was worn out 30 years ago by the looks of it. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

10-17-2003, 09:35 PM	#11
our64 http://public.fotki.com/street Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 169	Thanks guys for the great news. cant wait to get rid of that old vinyl seat, as its getting cold here in the north. Any idea how I can get hold of " Fred T " Thanks again for the info

10-18-2003, 01:28 PM	#12
69sixpackbee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Sabinal, Texas Posts: 1,706	Fred T is in the post right above you! Click his PM



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