Hot Rods Question for 32 roadster guys.

What kind of seat did you use in your roadster. I know Glide and Teas both make seats that will fit, but I'm wondering about something out of a late model --something. I'm look for a low setting seat.
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Like i told the kid, "Your musics not too loud, its just like OKC, it sucks!"

 

I've used the Glide seat from So-Cal on a few 32 roadsters, they sit low enough for me and my customers. They seem to sit lower than the standard glide seat so it lets the back slide under the rear deck panel. Did a Hotrods and Horsepower body with a WiseGuys seat, it did not have an adjustable back. I've also done several with scratch built seats that were built into the car. My last roadster had bomber seats from Frank Wallic in Denver.

 

We did one for my sons 32 roadster, from Glide and it sits very low and we both are very happy with it. --TV

 

Hey Doc,
Yea you can get a pricy Glide seat - but why suffer? I pulled my roadster seat from a late 80's S10. Chopped it about 5" or so in the middle - chopped the foam too. Hey it was FREE! Comfortable and with a new cover (wide pleats) it looks the part!!!

 

Check out Bengels, user name metaltwister. They offer a hamb discount and are cheaper then glide and comparable.

 

I've seen some chop up a third row seat from an old suburban (or blazer back seat). Really just chopping the armrests off and modifying the bottom to bolt in.

I have also saw some from a dodge caravan used.

Jim

 

Look at some of the rear seats in some import suv's and crossover type things. Some of those things the backrest folds front and then the seat pivots front. The late model junkyards might give you a hard time about roaming around looking at rear seats. I just go to small used car lots. A lot of them are really car guys and they understand. Also public auto auctions, lots of cars, bring your tape.

 

I got mine from a late '90's Ford Windstar. Very little mods needed and fit like a glove. And CHEAP!

 

Anybody pictures?????

 

Early Dodge caravan center.
Fits perfect,back flip forward even gots cup holder (Hidden)
Tried to upload pics but no go
I'm 6'3" and plenty of room.

 

Couldn't find what I wanted so I made one;

 

The middle seat from the Mopar minivan. Perfect fit, I simply shortened the mounting brackets and very cozy on the booty. When you upholster it just remove the head rest nubs as well as the center belts that are attached to the seat.

 

Gonna try the pics again 4 ya

 

I have used the S10 Bench seat with some success. I would section 6 to 8 inches out of the center of the seat frame. This way you can still use the glider part. I would cut the seat foam with a hacksaw blade, then reglue them with 3M 77.

I think the early Ranger bench would work too.

 

Austin healey 100 seats, which I am putting in my 53 healey and finding something new for the 32. Mine is channeled and I'm not going to run a bench for now anyways.

 

Here's my Ford Windstar seat after upholstery

 

I have the glide seat and it is very comfortable.

Frenchy

 

Those look really nice. Wow is the way to describe them . Thanks for the info. Thanks all you guys for your input.

 

I made mine from 3/4" square tube, It was very simple and is comfy and low.

 

I used a second row Dodge caravan seat, took off the headrests and added about 6 inches of cushion for height. I made new brackets, sits low, sits soft and nice and was free. Plenty of leg room for cross country travels

 

Anybody got a picture of an original '32 seat? I don't think I've ever seen one. Were they wood framed?

 

THERE Is one listed on ebay right now under 1932 ford roadster seat ,it's not mine.