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Old Oct 9, 2011 | 07:51 AM
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Hi guys, my car is probably a month away from landing here, if it shipped on the 5th!
Would you guys hazard an educated guess as to wether these are 2 or 4inch pleats, thanks Bill

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They are called bolsters and those are 4".
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cool, thanks Paul, now I can order new ones
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With those later C3 seats it is best to order the cushions complete with covers and foam. Then just pop them in.




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hey Paul, I had heard that its best to order complete, they are a real bitch to fit the skins to. Nice car you have mate, cheers Bill
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Originally Posted by billet351
hey Paul, I had heard that its best to order complete, they are a real bitch to fit the skins to. Nice car you have mate, cheers Bill
I drove the 1979 for many years and it is now owned by my Brother. The 1974 convertible I currently own and drive.
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Originally Posted by billet351
cool, thanks Paul, now I can order new ones
Why not wait until you have the car and can measure yours? If you want to go ahead and order upholstery, order the 4" and new 4" foam.

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