Hi,

I got heated seats and wanted to share my install with others who are considering this mod. There is a lot of threads about this topic. So here you go....If you are removing the seats for the first time then use the Vette Essentials instructions. I also used 3M connectors as you can see from the pics below to tap for power. You can buy them from Grainger. I couldnt find them in Homedepot, Autozone, etc at least the ones in my area.

I got the heated seats as a X-mas gift from Mid America, they have Lo, Mid and Hi. So first thing I took the seats out and the console, as shown below
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I decided to install the buttons by the traction control button. So I marked the buttons from the inside and then used a gradual drill bit. Trial and error till i got a good fit. Below are few pics







I used a thin blade saw to make a groove so the wires can come out from the sides. I basically cut a 1/4inch downwards and a width of the wires diameter side by side. Below is a pic of how the wires come out.



I run the ground wires to the screw underneath the glove box as shown below (Closeup look)



I got the power by tapping into the yellow wire inside the access panel underneath the glove box on the passenger side, as shown below



Below is a pic with one seat in place to make sure everything is working (And it was)



Below pic everything is back with the exception of the passenger seat.



This weekend I want to redo the placement of the bottom heated pads, so I get the heat in the right place, should take 30min per seat. I take my time

Hope the pics help newbies or someone planning to do this mod. Take your time, I used alot of zipties so have the wiring very well tucked.

RB

 

Cool write-up, thanks!

 

Thanks, still sitting on the fence with my heated seat install. Have to laugh 'cause you are doing what i consider is the most difficult part of the job, the wiring. For me the seat pads are the easiest. Let us all in on how the project goes. Greetings, Rob

 

Looks like a nice, clean install. Thanks for documenting your process and posting it up.

 

Darn good post, it's appreciated.

 

Nice install. Been thinking about this and yours looks really nice.

 

Yep one of my fav. mods on the really cold mornings.

 

That is done very well and excellent write-up my friend -

Thanks,Matt

 

That's a great mod!

 

You carry these? This morning makes me want this mod even more!

 

You should have replaced your driver's side seat cushion while you were in there.

 

I'll look.

I used mine this morning. It felt nice in the 20 degree weather

 

You did a great job along with a nice write-up.

 

Nice Job on install Ramez


We offer the Metra heated seat kits as well
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illuminated 3-position switch
material can be trimmed
heating element and pad are carbon fiber
dimensions: 18 x 9
power rating: dc 12v 25 +/-3 watts x 2


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Wasnt looking to do this but wifey recently got a new car that had them and says "Ill never buy another car without them", so I may be sold

Will be doing this when I get around to putting new seat covers/pads in

 

my god what kinds of horrible place do you live in where you need heated seats?

thank you good lord for Fl.

 

is this the kit you used?

http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...seat%20heaters

i had not seen the 3 stage aftermarket heaters and this is what i want to do for my wifes e320.

 

Thats pretty much same kit I have but 30.00 less per seat shipped

The one I have is a 3 position as well.

 

Perfect, I will be ordering soon. I just want to integrate an OEM switch which is a 3 position.

 

The ones I have linked(have 2 other options)
have the same switches as Ramez

We are actually putting a set in a custom set of leather race seats now

The switches will be at the top of his custom DD radio bezel along with 2 gauges in between them

oh
and the bezel will also be finished in leather with yellow stitching