Charlie Petty

I just bought an '03 Anniversary that has some wear to the driver's side seat left-side bolsters (upper and lower). The rest of the covers are fine.

Is there anyway to get this repaired without replacing the whole set and having to buy for both seats?

Are both side covers the same? (I don't know if the lowers are supplied without cut-outs for the controls.) If they are, I would try to go halves with someone else who needs driver's seat replacement.

Thanks,
Charlie

SG Lou

Left and right covers are different and can't be interchanged. The inside of both left and right bolsters have a nylon type fabric to prevent wear when the bolster rubs against the center console. If you put a passenger side upper cover on the drivers side the fabric portion is seen.

mike venth

Here is some info I used on seat repairs....

C5 seat repairs and other information…..

Seat covers $$250……..

http://www.vetteessentials.com/instr...ver_change.htm

https://www.interior-innovations.com/ for more products.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-pictures.html

I used the Junkman's step by step instructions.
See: DIY - Replacing the Leather on the C5 Sport Seat)
Yes, you can pay the Corvette tax and buy ready-made seat repair kits for $40 each.

Or, you can go down to your local home improvement store and spend $15 for a door mat that's large enough to do both seat bottoms and $7.50 for 20 feet of clear vinyl tubing. When I did my seats, I chose to buy some hog ring pliers ($19 for economy set) rather than using nylon tie wraps because the nylon tie wraps will eventually decay and break whereas the steel hog rings will last for the life of the seats.

http://www.corvetteflorida.com/forum...d.php?t=102575

I will throw in a small suggestion in regards to the installation of new foam. Try to find a upholstery shop or fabric supply house and purchase about 1 sq. yd.x 1" of a good dense foam and while you have your seat apart, remove the back seat cover off. Make a paper template (optional) of your side bolsters, cut the 1" foam, apply it to the bolsters with a can of 3M spray glue and trim any foam square edges to a rounded shape. Cover back of seat with a piece of plastic sheeting (optional) like a dry cleaner bag and re-assemble. By simply adding the 1" foam to bolsters you will find it far more supportive and comfortable while in the seat. Takes hardly any time to do this seat mod and makes a real difference in feeling more snug in your seat. Jus Say'n !! This also can be done to the bottoms to customize fitment. If you were in my locale I would lend you a hand.
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https://www.corvetteforum.com/how-to...d-seats-368782

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/...cs-galore.html

mike v

Charlie Petty

Thanks all for the input. This gives me something to go on.

grantv

I had my previous BMW and my Z drivers seat repaired by a mobile guy. Did a seamless job both times. Another option for you.

El original

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1997-2004-C5...-/162561819621

Just do this and get some new foam while at it...