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I just took a 150 mile round trip and think it's time to work on my seats. When I bought the truck 15 years ago the old boy had "restored" the seats with a JC Whitney seat cover and it wasn't too bad but has always needed new padding. The back cushion is what gets me....even with the seat all the way back I am too close to the steering wheel and I am only 5'9' and 160lb. How do some of you "big boys" drive your truck?
I would like to shorten the legnth of the springs in the back cushion to give me more arm room and a more comfortable driving position. Is this something that I can do or should I let a pro handle this when they make the new covers from material from SMS Fabric? Has anyone else done this or is there a better way?

Well that's a novel idea, but I'm wondering if enough room can be gained for all the work involved.
Should you do it or let a pro handle it. Only you know what you're capable of.
Clint Eastwood said... It's a smart man who knows his limitations.

I know what you're saying bout not having enough room, even new trucks don't give me enough room if they are a regular cab.
If it was me and I wasn't afraid of the work I'd punch the cab out to a cab and half, then the seat could go back further and there would be some room for my stuff also.

Dan

Have you thought about seats from a newer vehicle and keeping the old seat, just in case you want to go back to original? I've been thinking about this and it seems like some of the newer seats may have a thinner back but still well supported. Also, I do miss a center section for cups and other odds & ends. It does negate some of that "old truck" feel though.

glasman, I came up with the idea when pushing my weight against the back cushion and compressing it...gained about three inches and was able to extend my arms with a more comfortable position.

Donsz, no new seats for me but I do know what you mean...it was also be great with built in seat belts.