Might you have had "extra" padding installed during the recover thereby resulting in a "tighter fit"? Seems your size would have something to do with this also. I am 5'8", 195 lbs and have no problem with the clearance even though my seat is not all the way back as yours seems to be. How about your adjustment on the seat back? Possibly different mounting holes at the floor? I can send you pics and measurements of mine if it would help.


Bruce
Old Toy: Ol' Betsy stock 59 Apache SB Stepside (Gone but not Forgotten)
New Toy: 1962 Impala SS Coupe
The Driver: 1990 Toyota truck