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TexSparks · 06-19-2004, 09:30 PM

I'm in the process of reworking the interior (door panels, new seat covers, etc.) and would like to see what some of you have done on your interiors. My intention is to have three bench seats to haul 9 family members on outings and I've completed two of these seats with the rear remaining. The third seat that came with my burb was out of a later model that is removable, locks in the floor, so I will need to fabricate some type of frame work to mount to my wood floor. Any of you done this?

Also the carpet that came with my burb is new but does not match my interior. Rather than buying new form fitted carpet, 1) Can I dye brown carpet to black? 2)Could I buy household(flat) carpet and cut to fit the uneven floors?

Appreciate any ideas or photos!

JimKshortstep4x4 · 06-20-2004, 06:32 AM

I used Rit black dye to dye the carpet on the door and kick panels on my 65 SS. The carpet looks good and it has held up well for (7) years. It should work to dye your carpet but it may not last as long since the carpet is used harder.

Jim

cojnit · 06-21-2004, 01:02 PM

I would also start looking for one of the original 2nd row seats that was out of a three row suburban, it will allow you to get to the third row easier.

I also looked into the same harware set-up problem you are having and came up with a couple of thoughts.

1. try to cut out the original hardware from the O.E. vehicle, and then mount that to the floor, or cut those stands off of the seat and weld ne hardware to the bottom out of an older style van.

*Sublvr72* · 06-22-2004, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cojnit

I would also start looking for one of the original 2nd row seats that was out of a three row suburban, it will allow you to get to the third row easier.

I also looked into the same harware set-up problem you are having and came up with a couple of thoughts.

1. try to cut out the original hardware from the O.E. vehicle, and then mount that to the floor, or cut those stands off of the seat and weld ne hardware to the bottom out of an older style van.

Thats your best solution, I am looking for a 95-99 leather suburban 3rd row bench for mine and it too mounts with clamps into the floor. my current tahoe seats allow for 3rd row access so that part is not big deal

cojnit · 06-22-2004, 04:07 PM

Did I mention that I hate Sublvr72 (not really it is just jealousy!)

06-19-2004, 09:30 PM	#1
TexSparks Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mt. Vernon, Texas Posts: 65	Interiors I'm in the process of reworking the interior (door panels, new seat covers, etc.) and would like to see what some of you have done on your interiors. My intention is to have three bench seats to haul 9 family members on outings and I've completed two of these seats with the rear remaining. The third seat that came with my burb was out of a later model that is removable, locks in the floor, so I will need to fabricate some type of frame work to mount to my wood floor. Any of you done this? Also the carpet that came with my burb is new but does not match my interior. Rather than buying new form fitted carpet, 1) Can I dye brown carpet to black? 2)Could I buy household(flat) carpet and cut to fit the uneven floors? Appreciate any ideas or photos! Attached Images __________________ '72 4x4 Blazer (in the works)

06-21-2004, 01:02 PM	#3
cojnit Nothing clever Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kailua HI Posts: 828	I would also start looking for one of the original 2nd row seats that was out of a three row suburban, it will allow you to get to the third row easier. I also looked into the same harware set-up problem you are having and came up with a couple of thoughts. 1. try to cut out the original hardware from the O.E. vehicle, and then mount that to the floor, or cut those stands off of the seat and weld ne hardware to the bottom out of an older style van. __________________ Got "the Midas Touch!"

06-22-2004, 04:07 PM	#5
cojnit Nothing clever Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kailua HI Posts: 828	Did I mention that I hate Sublvr72 (not really it is just jealousy!) __________________ Got "the Midas Touch!"

06-20-2004, 06:32 AM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	I used Rit black dye to dye the carpet on the door and kick panels on my 65 SS. The carpet looks good and it has held up well for (7) years. It should work to dye your carpet but it may not last as long since the carpet is used harder. Jim



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