TF SEAT REFURB PARTS

[Steve55]

Hi all. Does anyone know if seat upholstery parts are available please. I’m replacing the alcantara centres of my seats with faux leather but the plastic trim that secures it to the frame is in poor condition, plus the elasticated webbing piece underneath has split in half.
I’m sure I could use hog rings to attach, and ‘manufacture’ a replacement for the webbing, but original items would be better?

[mgtfnut]

I don't think you'll find anywhere that will sell direct replacements. Upholsterers will probably be unwilling to help either, as will probably offer to do the whole job themselves
I think it will be craft shops, Ebay for an old seat you can cannibalise , or Newton Commercials. I guess that as you are undertaking such a job yourself, you will find a way yourself

[Steve55]

[mgtfnut]

Earlier this year I had my drivers seat treated to a alcantara middle section, with black leather sides/bolsters. Most of the hidden stuff fell apart like yours, so basically he had to completely renew the entire lot - not cheap. The passenger seat was fine in the original Sebring? cloth and left alone.
I like the alcantara, warm in winter, cool in summer and no sliding about.

[talkingcars]

[img].......I’m sure I could use hog rings to attach,......

When I've changed seat covers I have substituted metal hog rings with 2mm cable ties.

I would try looking at suppliers of parts for classic car restorers.

[Steve55]

I’ve been looking at Woolies and Newtons. I’ve just bought some clips off the Bay that should replace my broken ‘J’ shaped plastic fittings.

[Rob Bell]

Will be interested to hear how this project progresses!

[Steve55]