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Old 07-27-1999, 05:03 PM
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Hello again. While I'm spending money fixing up the front end, I figured I'd splurge and get rid of the tired front bench seat. I have a question. Can anyone recommend a replacement seat that's pretty comfortable but doesn't cost an arm and a leg? I'd like something that's like the flofit seats, 2 buckets and a center console/seat. (My truck is a regular cab.) I read an article where the service and support for Flowfit isn't real good. I'd like to hear your comments. I want a bolt in, or little fabrication. I don't have the time right now! (Building a garage...)

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Old 07-27-1999, 05:11 PM
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The very cheapest you could go is by rebuilding the original, or buying another orig. You may even find a used aftermarket seat cheap.

New seats cost a bout 400-500 dollars for just orig seats


 
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Old 07-28-1999, 02:41 AM
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I guess I should clarify. I'm looking for better than stock bench seat for around $700.

Thanks!
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Old 07-28-1999, 07:12 AM
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Qualtex makes some pretty good seats that should meet what your looking for. Also, Steel Horse makes a nice looking leather seat for Ford trucks '87 or newer for around $800. You can see them both in JC Whitney. There's an outfit that advertises on the net and shows some awesome seats at good prices called Salesco; be real careful, they have problems delivering what was promised and well...there is a web site with testimonials on their service and mine is one of them.
 
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Old 07-29-1999, 02:28 AM
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Hello everyone. I have located a 60/40 split bench seat out of a wrecked 97 F150 for $200. Does anyone know if Ford changed the seat mounting from the 80-96 series to the 97 ?

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Old 07-29-1999, 06:19 AM
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If you look in the catalogs (Qualtex, Steel Horse) they specifically list a different seat for '87 and newer, so you can bet that they changed something from at least '87 on.

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Old 08-01-1999, 12:18 PM
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Anyone out there own SteelHorse seats? Summit Racing has SteelHorse truck seats (40/20/40) in grey velour for my 94 F150 for $610 and that includes all hardware and shipping! But I've never seen these seats up close and don't know if they are comfortable. I'm 6'4 and it's hard to find a seat that supports my back without making me feel hunched over.

Any feedback on these seats?

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Where would I go about finding replacement seats, Im not having any luck at all. Thanks guys, Angela
 
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I have the exact seats you are talking about lol but I want the opposite I want to get myself a bench seat. I could understand why you'd want the bucket style seats but when I got the truck they were already on so i didnt have a choice. Good luck finding some
 
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Holy thread revival, Batman! 1999!
 
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Where would I go about finding replacement seats, Im not having any luck at all. Thanks guys, Angela
Welcome to the site, Sears! I would suggest making a new thread to introduce yourself and what type of truck you have. Photos of you posing in front of your truck would be even better!

I am assuming you have a 1980-1986 Ford pickup. Any bench seat from 1980-1996 should bolt right up without any other modification.

If you want something other than a bench seat, you could check out the 40-20-40 seat found in 1995-1996 Ford trucks.
 
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Welcome to the site Sears. Like lariat mentioned, you can go to a yard and pull a seat from 80-90's and bolt it in.

Putting in the 90's series into our 80's is starting to get very popular for the are much more comfy and fit our needs!

Good luck!
 
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Ok lets try this again. I have a 1997 F150 ex cab. And no photos of me in front. Just across the hood!!! Sorry boys!!!!! Anyways I havent had luck at the yards I thought maybe there was a place online. Well thanks. Angela
 
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Ok lets try this again. I have a 1997 F150 ex cab. And no photos of me in front. Just across the hood!!! Sorry boys!!!!! Anyways I havent had luck at the yards I thought maybe there was a place online. Well thanks. Angela
You are in the wrong forum page. You need to go here 1997 - 2003 F150 - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
 


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