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72shorty · 08-25-2003, 09:40 PM

Can anyone tell me what model year seats will "bolt in" to a '72 regular cab? I saw one the other day that looked like an early 90's bench seat with fold down arm rest and head rests and I am thinking that would suit me fine.

Any help appreciated.

palallin · 08-25-2003, 10:15 PM

Can't help, but I do have to say that's a great looking truck!

highboy_04 · 08-25-2003, 10:19 PM

that seat will fit, many guys on here have those seats.

Class of 69 · 08-25-2003, 10:29 PM

Check with Palf70step. I think he put one in his. Sharp little truck!! And wecome to the board!! Do you know Joe R..aka Joesjunk?? He's in Independence also.

*racedvl* · 08-25-2003, 10:45 PM

Wow. . . . .

krue · 08-25-2003, 11:36 PM

Nice truck!

Longhorn Man · 08-25-2003, 11:40 PM

You may have to poke a couple holes in the floor, and use some washers for shims, but it'll fit.
However, if you are a little short for your weight...you may not want to do it. I know the 60/40 split bench sits a little high in these trucks. and there isn't much room for big thighs.

72shorty · 08-26-2003, 09:06 AM

Thanks for the info on seats and for the kind comments. Would you believe that I bought this from a little old man in Arkansas who had owned it since new and it is 95% bone stock? I am just wanting to clean it up and make it mine. It's my daily driver.

In regards to the seat, I am 6'3" and 230lbs so I need all the room I can get. The factory seat pushes me forward into the monsterous steering wheel and when I put both feet on the pedals, my knees are in my chest. Thinking about moving the fuel tank a la blazer, swapping bench seats and installing a tilt wheel to gain some room.

I don't know Joesjunk but I will have to look him up. I am still very new to all of this and have MUCH to learn.

Thanks again to everyone!!

A.P. · 08-26-2003, 09:19 AM

Sorry can't help with seat issue but that truck looks very good.

Bill72BB · 08-26-2003, 10:13 AM

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Originally posted by 72shorty

In regards to the seat, I am 6'3" and 230lbs so I need all the room I can get. The factory seat pushes me forward into the monsterous steering wheel and when I put both feet on the pedals, my knees are in my chest. Thinking about moving the fuel tank a la blazer, swapping bench seats and installing a tilt wheel to gain some room.

I have the 98 silverado 60/40 in my truck . As Andy said the seat is a bit higher and does put you closer to the wheel at your hight removing the tank would be a must do.
I would install one of these late model wheels firstto give yourself some more room.

Bill72BB · 08-26-2003, 10:14 AM

Here is the 60/40 installed

72shorty · 08-26-2003, 10:47 AM

Bill,

That seat looks awesome and comfy. I think the one I saw must have been out of a late 80's or very early 90's pickup. It actually felt like I had more room with it...but he had a diff wheel installed too. However, before I install a smaller wheel, I probably need to install power steering and when I do that I want to install a tilt wheel and a small block too.

Always something isn't it? I guess what I really need is a starting point.

Thanks again for the info and great pics!

Jwill41 · 08-26-2003, 11:11 AM

I just put this one in my 67. I have plenty of room with the tilt and a different wheel. I am a 6 footer around 200 lbs. Tank has also been removed. I think this is a late 80's or early 90's seat.

Fleetlover · 08-26-2003, 11:15 AM

Bill72BB I see you got the most important item . The drink holder. I got three on the floor and armstrong steering and no place for a coffee 'cept balanced on the ash tray . How's your's mounted Magnetic?

Bill72BB · 08-26-2003, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Fleetlover
Bill72BB I see you got the most important item . The drink holder. I got three on the floor and armstrong steering and no place for a coffee 'cept balanced on the ash tray . How's your's mounted Magnetic?

It replaces the ash tray here is the link
http://www.metropartsmarket.com/cata...ole_15039.html

Fleetlover · 08-26-2003, 01:52 PM

Thanks for the link

**StingRay** · 08-26-2003, 02:35 PM

Bill72BB that seat looks great. How close to the 72 plastic door panels does that seat come with the doors closed? Is it real tight or is there a bit of room to spare?

Bill72BB · 08-26-2003, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by StingRay
Bill72BB that seat looks great. How close to the 72 plastic door panels does that seat come with the doors closed? Is it real tight or is there a bit of room to spare?

StingRay; there is at least a couple of inches between the seat and door panel

Bill

paintpyro · 08-26-2003, 06:25 PM

Hey Bill, what did you do with your old seat?

ChevLoRay · 08-26-2003, 09:05 PM

Bill.....that is the same style of seat that my son has in his '96 GMC SLE Sportside, but his is red. So, that is what I want for my truck. Questions: Did you remove the gas tank? Also, did you hook up power to the lumbar pumps?

As for drink holders: A friend has a street rod and custom shop, and they have some machined billet aluminum holders that stow beneath the dash. Really slick stuff, but kinda pricey. Still, they're nice.

mindhive · 08-26-2003, 10:11 PM

I have a bench out of an 89 std cab in my 72. I used the two outboard factory mount holes in the front and had to drill two holes about 6 inches fwd of the back outboard mount holes.

Bill72BB · 08-27-2003, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by paintpyro
Hey Bill, what did you do with your old seat?

Paint it's in my garage .

ChevLoRay I still have the tank in the cab, and haven't hooked power to the lumbar yet.

paintpyro · 08-27-2003, 11:02 AM

Would you be interested in selling it?

08-25-2003, 09:40 PM	#1
72shorty Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Independence, MO Posts: 216	bench seats Can anyone tell me what model year seats will "bolt in" to a '72 regular cab? I saw one the other day that looked like an early 90's bench seat with fold down arm rest and head rests and I am thinking that would suit me fine. Any help appreciated. Attached Images __________________ Douglas King Independence, MO

08-25-2003, 10:15 PM	#2
palallin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: St. James, MO Posts: 1,239	Can't help, but I do have to say that's a great looking truck! __________________ '69 Longstep K-10: 327/SM465/T-221/Closed Knuckle Dana44/12-bolt.

08-25-2003, 10:19 PM	#3
highboy_04 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: kansas Posts: 1,071	that seat will fit, many guys on here have those seats. __________________ '67 c10 350/th350

08-25-2003, 10:29 PM	#4
Class of 69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Stillwater MN Posts: 1,166	Check with Palf70step. I think he put one in his. Sharp little truck!! And wecome to the board!! Do you know Joe R..aka Joesjunk?? He's in Independence also. __________________ 69 GMC K10 ..some restoration required....still..

08-25-2003, 11:36 PM	#6
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Nice truck! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

08-25-2003, 10:45 PM	#5
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Wow. . . . .

08-25-2003, 11:40 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	You may have to poke a couple holes in the floor, and use some washers for shims, but it'll fit. However, if you are a little short for your weight...you may not want to do it. I know the 60/40 split bench sits a little high in these trucks. and there isn't much room for big thighs.

08-26-2003, 09:06 AM	#8
72shorty Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Independence, MO Posts: 216	Thanks for the info on seats and for the kind comments. Would you believe that I bought this from a little old man in Arkansas who had owned it since new and it is 95% bone stock? I am just wanting to clean it up and make it mine. It's my daily driver. In regards to the seat, I am 6'3" and 230lbs so I need all the room I can get. The factory seat pushes me forward into the monsterous steering wheel and when I put both feet on the pedals, my knees are in my chest. Thinking about moving the fuel tank a la blazer, swapping bench seats and installing a tilt wheel to gain some room. I don't know Joesjunk but I will have to look him up. I am still very new to all of this and have MUCH to learn. Thanks again to everyone!! __________________ Douglas King Independence, MO

08-26-2003, 09:19 AM	#9
A.P. Black 72 Chevy Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 662	Sorry can't help with seat issue but that truck looks very good. __________________ 72 Chevy, SWB, 350engine, TH400

08-26-2003, 10:14 AM	#11
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	Here is the 60/40 installed 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 ,

08-26-2003, 10:47 AM	#12
72shorty Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Independence, MO Posts: 216	Bill, That seat looks awesome and comfy. I think the one I saw must have been out of a late 80's or very early 90's pickup. It actually felt like I had more room with it...but he had a diff wheel installed too. However, before I install a smaller wheel, I probably need to install power steering and when I do that I want to install a tilt wheel and a small block too. Always something isn't it? I guess what I really need is a starting point. Thanks again for the info and great pics! __________________ Douglas King Independence, MO

08-26-2003, 11:11 AM	#13
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	I just put this one in my 67. I have plenty of room with the tilt and a different wheel. I am a 6 footer around 200 lbs. Tank has also been removed. I think this is a late 80's or early 90's seat. __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club

08-26-2003, 11:15 AM	#14
Fleetlover Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Along the Erie canal NY Posts: 124	Bill72BB I see you got the most important item . The drink holder. I got three on the floor and armstrong steering and no place for a coffee 'cept balanced on the ash tray . How's your's mounted Magnetic? __________________ 71 C10 Short Fleet coughing and sputtering down the backroads 59 Apache short fleet resto started now suspended 1884 victorian home Current restoration project 1997 GMC Sierra Z71 1973 Harley FLH undressed 1949 male body somewhat abused but still starts most mornings

08-26-2003, 01:52 PM	#16
Fleetlover Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Along the Erie canal NY Posts: 124	Thanks for the link __________________ 71 C10 Short Fleet coughing and sputtering down the backroads 59 Apache short fleet resto started now suspended 1884 victorian home Current restoration project 1997 GMC Sierra Z71 1973 Harley FLH undressed 1949 male body somewhat abused but still starts most mornings

08-26-2003, 02:35 PM	#17
StingRay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Saskatoon,SK,Canada Posts: 2,476	Bill72BB that seat looks great. How close to the 72 plastic door panels does that seat come with the doors closed? Is it real tight or is there a bit of room to spare? __________________ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada



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08-26-2003, 06:25 PM	#19
paintpyro Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA,USA Posts: 1,579	Hey Bill, what did you do with your old seat? __________________ 70 shortbed stepside "Schleprock" 350 w/TH400 rallys and BFGs -We can rebuild it, we have the technology-lower,shinier,faster

08-26-2003, 09:05 PM	#20
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Bill.....that is the same style of seat that my son has in his '96 GMC SLE Sportside, but his is red. So, that is what I want for my truck. Questions: Did you remove the gas tank? Also, did you hook up power to the lumbar pumps? As for drink holders: A friend has a street rod and custom shop, and they have some machined billet aluminum holders that stow beneath the dash. Really slick stuff, but kinda pricey. Still, they're nice. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-26-2003, 10:11 PM	#21
mindhive Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mountain Home ID Posts: 85	I have a bench out of an 89 std cab in my 72. I used the two outboard factory mount holes in the front and had to drill two holes about 6 inches fwd of the back outboard mount holes.

08-27-2003, 11:02 AM	#23
paintpyro Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA,USA Posts: 1,579	Would you be interested in selling it? __________________ 70 shortbed stepside "Schleprock" 350 w/TH400 rallys and BFGs -We can rebuild it, we have the technology-lower,shinier,faster

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