ccc_23 Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 Can anyone tell me how to raise my rear seat a couple of inches? Pics would be greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted September 25, 2007 Report Share Posted September 25, 2007 ive seen guys do it w/ washers or shims... but i raised mine a full 2 inches which meant the existing bolts would be to short so i made a new mount out of 2" X2" X 1/8" steal tubing, im an architect so i probably over did it but here it is anyway... cut and drilled the steal welded grade 8 bolts in from the inside and now for a quick test fit a lil, cold glavinized paint, primer, base n clear just for some temporary protection i will be building a sub box for under the seat which will also hide the seat bracket so i wasnt to worried bout how it looks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted September 25, 2007 Report Share Posted September 25, 2007 (edited) i figured i would put this up as well since i raised the rear seat 2" this meant that the hooks in the back of the seat didnt catch and the seat wouldnt stay up... so here ya go for any one who is interested i have to extend the hooks on the back of the seat to catch the rings on the rear wall i used ca glue to tack in place so i could check for fitment some strong shit, easily pick up the seat by the glued end welded the tabs... yeah i know i cant weld for shit (yet...) Edited September 25, 2007 by SYSTEM-OH-SS (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted September 25, 2007 Report Share Posted September 25, 2007 installed i made the hooks just long enough to latch when upright, but still able to fold down, i got this idea from some one on here who adjusted by cutting the tabs on a stock height seat still have head room, im 6'-1" and there is about 2" still... ne one taller can either ride in the bed or walk... lololol not too bad for a sawzall, a $30 drill press, and a $60 wire welder w/ a friction drive that wouldnt feed steadily any way should be movin onto mdf n fiberglass soon... any suggestions on a decent inexpensive welder would be appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverado6.0 Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 How does this look through the back window, can u see the unfinished rear of the seat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 How does this look through the back window, can u see the unfinished rear of the seat? the top of the seat is leather for bout 3-4" i think... n the the glass is tinted so u cant notice any way.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budweiser143 Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 ive seen guys do it w/ washers or shims... but i raised mine a full 2 inches which meant the existing bolts would be to short so i made a new mount out of 2" X2" X 1/8" steal tubing, im an architect so i probably over did it but here it is anyway...cut and drilled the steal I dont think you over did it at all. It looks like a really nice clean install. I would've just used unistrut if I did mine, but yours looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 (edited) I dont think you over did it at all. It looks like a really nice clean install. I would've just used unistrut if I did mine, but yours looks great first thanx for the complement and welcome to the forum theres tons of great info on here... Isnt unsitrut a channel like kindorf... kindorf was actually my first thought, however how would u be able to attach everything if one side is open... i thought bout laying it on its side but then i didnt think it would support the weight, so if figured i could add a piece of steel on the side to close it all up but then all i did was make a square tube... the main problem is i couldnt find it w/ the dimensions i was looking for... ill have to check out the unistrut stuff it maybe an easier/better way to go... JOE Edited June 2, 2008 by SYSTEM-OH-SS (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breaux350 Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 I HAVE 2 12' UNDER MY SEAT I LIFTED MY SEAT ABOUT 4" I DID THIS BY STACKING 2 2X4 TOGETHER AND COVERING WITH CARPET THE CARPET BLENDS IN SO ITS NOT REALLY NOTICEABLE I AM ABOUT 5'10" AND MY HEAD BARELY TOUCHES THE ROOF, BUT NOBODY SEATS IN THE BACK SEAT AND THIS IS TEMPORARY 4 RIGHT NOW. I PLAN ON DOING A BED CUT THROUGH AND INSTALLING 3 12' IN THE BED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYSTEM-OH-SS Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 I HAVE 2 12' UNDER MY SEAT I LIFTED MY SEAT ABOUT 4" I DID THIS BY STACKING 2 2X4 TOGETHER AND COVERING WITH CARPET THE CARPET BLENDS IN SO ITS NOT REALLY NOTICEABLE I AM ABOUT 5'10" AND MY HEAD BARELY TOUCHES THE ROOF, BUT NOBODY SEATS IN THE BACK SEAT AND THIS IS TEMPORARY 4 RIGHT NOW. I PLAN ON DOING A BED CUT THROUGH AND INSTALLING 3 12' IN THE BED throw up some pics even if it is temporary, also i was wondering how did u attach the seat to the 2x4's and the 2x4's to the truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breaux350 Posted August 11, 2008 Report Share Posted August 11, 2008 throw up some pics even if it is temporary, also i was wondering how did u attach the seat to the 2x4's and the 2x4's to the truck i just drilled a hole through the 2X4 and replaced the stock bolts with longer ones, i will try and get some pics, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beez360 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 On 8/11/2008 at 9:12 AM, breaux350 said: the stock seat bolts come off or u cut them? i built box for 4 8s n built too tall .. i need about 3inch lift.. i just drilled a hole through the 2X4 and replaced the stock bolts with longer ones, i will try and get some pics, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beez360 Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 ya im interested in those pics too i recently built a sub box shootin 4 8s to the front n box to dam big but iy SLAPS so im keeping box but need raise seat atleast 3 inches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standing_Arnold Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 10 hours ago, Beez360 said: ya im interested in those pics too i recently built a sub box shootin 4 8s to the front n box to dam big but iy SLAPS so im keeping box but need raise seat atleast 3 inches Got a picture of your box? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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