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Old Jan 29, 2009 | 04:57 PM
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has anyone installed 78-82 vette seats in a 75 vette, if so, how much changing?
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 06:58 AM
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Hello, and welcome to the forum.

from what i understand, they bolt right in, with no mods.
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 07:36 AM
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Welcome aboard!

As I remember they should just bolt right up. The mounting is no different. The seat style changed but not the mounting brackets.
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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 07:38 AM
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I have 82 seats in my 76. No problems.

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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 08:38 AM
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They're an excellent choice, I've even got them (non-power) in my '64. In addition to the greatly improved comfort and support over the 64's stock seats, I really like the way the back is hinged, allowing much better access to the rear storage in the Coupe.

Sorry for the lousy pics, from an old sick Canon....



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Old Jan 30, 2009 | 09:23 AM
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thanks for the info guys, where did you find your 78-79 seats?
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