C5Vert4Jeff

I would like to thank, and acknowledge Ken at Vette Essentials. He has proved me with excellent support on my questions regarding creating extra seating room in my vette to accomodate taller people.

This is the type of person I would like to deal with every day. A good human being, providing excellent customer support, who is genuinely concerned with helping others.

to Ken

y2kcorvettebob

KK has always been

CUlookin

Ken is a great guy!

4GTABODT

Jeff, I agree. I have only talked to Ken a couple of times as I am in Toronto and we were figuring out how and when I could drive down to his shop and get my order installed. Now the order is only about $800 bucks but you'd think I was getting the whole interior done by the way he took his time to walk me through all the options. A real car guy and a genuine individual. Ya, there are guys that may be a little cheaper but when you get service like that, you can't beat it. If he takes that much care on the service, i can only imagine the end product!!

Now enough about Ken...get your azz up here and help me with my golf swing

Stickman81

I had the same first rate, personal service as if I too was buying a whole interior when in fact I was getting a shift **** and boot.

I'll be back to Ken as funds permit.

ben dover

It's vendors like Vette Essentials that make the forum what it is.

Z0SLIK

Vetteman Jack

Ken is the man. Great guy to deal with and has a fantastic product line.

pewter99

Another great experience with Ken

AA2PR

Just got a heds up on my custum interior for my 03 red C5 custom converticoupe.. I can,t wait for it to be finished.. He was pleasant and infornative when i inquired about the status of my order.A pleasure to do buisness with. When its finished ,i,m going to do the blue 04 C5 also.

C5Vert4Jeff

Maui, Costa Rica, Belize... Ontario? Toronto? Not exactly high on my vacation list. If you ever make it to Las Vegas look me up and I'll help with that golf swing of yours.

Jeff

Cobra4B

So what'd he tell you??? I'm 6'4" and would like to know.

C5Vert4Jeff

Ken gave me several options. I have the sport seats in my 04 ce vert. First, he assured me that it is very easy to remove the seat as it is held with four bolts. His site at Vette Essentials has directions to follow.

I talked to Ken while I was at work and I was in a huge rush as my phones were going crazy. But basically here is what he suggested. If anyone can add to this it would be greatly appreciated.

#1 Remove two of the eight springs in the bottom of the seat. Ken said not to remove two next to each other. As I haven't started the project, I am assuming that the springs must work together and by removing two there will be less tensions and therefore you will be able to seat deeper in the seat.

#2. Bore shallow holes in the cushion to create more room. Again, this makes sense to create some extra room.

#3 You can also remove some of the cushion in the upright back portion of the seat to create more room.


I will complete the spring project this weekend. I'm 6'6" and I have enough room but would like a little bit more.

Again, if anyone has completed this project please add to this post.

Jammer

Cobra4B

Did he mean to bore shallow holes in the top of the base foam so it squishes down more?

Can you remove springs w/o taking the sat apart... just take it out then flip it upside down?

C5Vert4Jeff

I'm under the impression that I will not have to remove the cover. So, the first part I believe I will be able to bore from the bottom, not the top.

The second question. Ken told me to remove the seat, place on my bench and yes, flip it upside down and it should lay flat? I'm a little nervous about the project as I'm not sure how easy it is to remove a spring.

Check out the Vette Essential site for the instructions. I will do the same. If you hear any new information let me know. Thanks.

Cobra4B

Cool, I'm going to try removing 2 springs this weekend.

C5Vert4Jeff

Me too. PM me when you complete your project and let me know if you can tell the difference and I'll do the same.

Jeff

Speedway

I spoke to Ken yesterday and put myself in line for a set of covers. His attention to customer service is top notch. Looking forward to the end result.

tbyrne

Ken is a very good guy! My C6 seats are sitting on a pallet, ready to go to him in the next day or two