OK, for those wondering what is in a 2012 seat conversion package - PHOTOS!
11-18-2011, 04:11 PM
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OK, for those wondering what is in a 2012 seat conversion package - PHOTOS!
I finally got my 2012 - 4LT seat conversion package (Ebony & Dark Titanium). Here are photos of what various parts make up that package. 
You'll have to have patience for me to install these as I have to do a ZR1 front end conversion and complete audio upgrade this winter, and will have to do the seats after these other things are done.
New seat frames:
Seat bottom foam:
Seat back centers:
Seat back outers:
Seat bottom skin (only one shown):
Seat back skins:
You'll have to have patience for me to install these as I have to do a ZR1 front end conversion and complete audio upgrade this winter, and will have to do the seats after these other things are done.
New seat frames:
Seat bottom foam:
Seat back centers:
Seat back outers:
Seat bottom skin (only one shown):
Seat back skins:
11-18-2011, 04:22 PM
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Wow, a lot of work to upgrade to an ugly seat.. 
Just having fun.
Was the kit expensive? I guess compared to getting a nice set of Caravaggio seats it is chump change.
Looking forward to seeing you car when the whole thing is done...but are they aver done?? 
Just having fun.
Was the kit expensive? I guess compared to getting a nice set of Caravaggio seats it is chump change.Looking forward to seeing you car when the whole thing is done...but are they aver done??
11-18-2011, 04:33 PM
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Someday I hope to change these out to some 'expensive' Apsis super deluxe seats.
11-18-2011, 07:59 PM
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Looking forward to seeing the final product!
That second pic of the outer foam...looks like someone took a headshot! You didn't receive a 'slightly used' discount did you?
That second pic of the outer foam...looks like someone took a headshot! You didn't receive a 'slightly used' discount did you?
11-18-2011, 09:15 PM
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Hope it all works out for ya I have a 2012 GS and the bottom of the head rest hits me right in the back of my neck 
SO if you are 6ft+ a little, you may have the same issue. They should have made it a smooth transition from the seat back and the head rest.
I do believe my '01 C5 with the Sport Seat Option (the ones with the holes in the back for harnesses) as a better fit for me.
I have a 2012 GS and the bottom of the head rest hits me right in the back of my neck SO if you are 6ft+ a little, you may have the same issue. They should have made it a smooth transition from the seat back and the head rest.I do believe my '01 C5 with the Sport Seat Option (the ones with the holes in the back for harnesses) as a better fit for me.
11-18-2011, 09:18 PM
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Hope it all works out for ya I have a 2012 GS and the bottom of the head rest hits me right in the back of my neck SO if you are 6ft+ a little, you may have the same issue. They should have made it a smooth transition from the seat back and the head rest.
I do believe my '01 C5 with the Sport Seat Option (the ones with the holes in the back for harnesses) as a better fit for me.
I have a 2012 GS and the bottom of the head rest hits me right in the back of my neck SO if you are 6ft+ a little, you may have the same issue. They should have made it a smooth transition from the seat back and the head rest.I do believe my '01 C5 with the Sport Seat Option (the ones with the holes in the back for harnesses) as a better fit for me.
I sat in one at a showroom and didn't notice it.
11-18-2011, 09:23 PM
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Everything is NEW (from China)
11-18-2011, 09:44 PM
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Good luck.
11-19-2011, 09:58 AM
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If all you are doing is short trips you will probably never feel it. I'm using my car for road trips, very long road trips. My wife and I just started our winter road trip out west, 6 wks and 5K miles. I have a buddy in Northern Cal with an upholstery shop, I maybe stopping in to see him.
Good luck.
Good luck.
I'm keeping my old seat foam so I can always go back if it is a problem.
11-19-2011, 10:45 AM
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11-19-2011, 11:23 AM
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I got these from Kevin at Partstaxi.
Here is a thread about the 2012 seat packages available.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...05-2011-a.html
11-19-2011, 11:33 AM
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11-19-2011, 11:42 AM
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Man this brings back memories to 2001 when I upgraded the base seats from my 99 coupe to Sport Seats:
Box of Goodies from CF Vendor
Base Seats
Striped and modded to prevent premature bolster wear
New Foam and Covers Installed
5 hours later
Guess some things don't change with our Corvette
Good Luck with your project.
Tom
Box of Goodies from CF Vendor
Base Seats
Striped and modded to prevent premature bolster wear
New Foam and Covers Installed
5 hours later
Guess some things don't change with our Corvette
Good Luck with your project.
Tom
11-20-2011, 04:54 PM
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11-20-2011, 08:29 PM
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Can you take a picture of the old seat bottom frame next to the new one before you put things together? It would be interesting to see what was changed.
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11-20-2011, 08:38 PM
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When I get around to doing this, I plan on taking lots of photos and will post a thread on my experience doing the swap with any tips that I can come up with.
Before, during, and after photos.
11-20-2011, 09:43 PM
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You may beat me to it. I damaged one of my fenders and a rocker panel so I am doing a ZR1 front end conversion. I am also doing an audio system upgrade.
Because of that (and the seat conversion), I will be taking EVERYTHING out of the car and THEN taking it to the body shop. I have to have my passenger's side rocker panel replaced and it is a messy job, so having everything out of the car will prevent a lot of possible dirt/damage to the interior.
Therefore it may be a couple of months before I do my seat conversion.
