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Old Jul 21, 2020 | 06:01 PM
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Did some searching and struck out.

Does anyone know a source of patterns for the '78+ clamshell seat covers in the original style?

I'd rather not destroy one of my originals to make my own and I also know that the vinyl pieces (I have cloth) will be somewhat distorted.
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Old Jul 21, 2020 | 06:56 PM
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Good one Mike!

No, I don't. This I do know.....there are two distinct patterns the 2" seam pattern and the 4" seam pattern....but boy, THEY LOOK THE SAME.

If I was in your shoes....I'd find a used but good one and pattern from that. Probably some nice guy would give it to you for free....who the hell needs old seat skins cluttering up the basement!

Good luck!

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Good idea! Perhaps stupid that I'd like to keep the old skins cluttering up the basement but mine are in surprisingly good shape for their age. I did have to make some repairs to the outer bolster on the driver cushion but switched it to the passenger side. The repairs are lasting and very difficult to see now that they're on the inboard bolster.

Anyhow I just bought some original (green) fabric and vinyl from SMS Auto Fabrics before it's gone forever. Even with their recent sale the fabric was $150 per yard. Whew! It was also used in Trans Ams but I suspect this is another instance of that "Corvette tax".
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You might try these guys for the material... a few years back they had some of the old stuff https://smsautofabrics.com/
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You might try these guys for the material... a few years back they had some of the old stuff https://smsautofabrics.com/
That's exactly where I bought it!
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Old Jul 22, 2020 | 11:38 AM
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Mike...you can try this place too. https://fabricdepotaz.com/

I got from them;
1997 Dodge seat fabric...matching
1982 VW GTI ditto.
1981 Scirocco ditto

They're cheap and full of treasures!

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Thanks L-46 man.

I already bought the fabric and vinyl so that part's over. SMS buys leftover fabric and vinyl from the companies that make seat covers for the auto companies so what I got is the original stuff.

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Mike, I probably have an old worn out set in the shop if you want them to cut apart. You'd have to pay the shipping but if I do you can have them. They would be vinyl/leather but the pattern would still be the same. What you will need to know is the seat size before I go digging upstairs in 120 degree heat...

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Mine are the 2" bolster and even if I replace the foam I intend to stay with that size.

Shipping is to ZIP 63701. Just send me a private message with the cost and your address and I'll send a check.

There is NO rush. I know about attics in this sort of weather and you wouldn't catch me in one for more than a couple minutes.
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Originally Posted by SwampeastMike
Mine are the 2" bolster and even if I replace the foam I intend to stay with that size.

Shipping is to ZIP 63701. Just send me a private message with the cost and your address and I'll send a check.

There is NO rush. I know about attics in this sort of weather and you wouldn't catch me in one for more than a couple minutes.
Mike, sent you a pm... But you won't be able to reply... so just email me direct at Service@Willcoxcorvette.com. This email follows me everywhere I go so I'm sure I will see it. ... Oh and check your PM>

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