Hook n ladder 1 Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 What seat would you guys suggest? I have a 98 CH and I need a new seat. I was looking at a Bose but a bit heavy and a lot of electronics. I do dump so my cab is always dirty and dusty and im not crazy about the electronic stuff in the seat. I'm looking for cloth with lumber support, high back and maybe whatever else they may offer these days. Do I stick with a bostrom? What else is out there Thanks Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedBullDog Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Check out Knoedler Seats. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-327883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2000RD688 Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 I have a Bostrom wide ride II, it's a nice seat, but the air fittings were leaking a bit, that was a pain to get in and fix. Also I have leather, and I wish the leather was a bit heavier. I feel like it's gonna wear out and start getting holes any minute. For the money I feel it could be alittle better quality. Also it is a very large seat to fit in an r model cab. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-328321 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 On March 19, 2016 at 10:42 AM, RedBullDog said: Check out Knoedler Seats. Holy CRAP! Just looked them up & spec'd one I'd love to install in my truck...only $3600 + shipping. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331262 Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackdog2 Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 Hog ring pliers & cushion kit a little over 100.00 bucks if you could find a parts guy that could order one.Very cheap way to go Quote Ed Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331278 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedBullDog Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 10 hours ago, RowdyRebel said: Holy CRAP! Just looked them up & spec'd one I'd love to install in my truck...only $3600 + shipping. Wow, no mine's the slightly cheaper "working white boy" model The Eagle one looks similar to mine. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 4 hours ago, j hancock said: Hmmmm......better buy two so they match. WoW Well, if I hadn't just dropped $23K on a new motor and wasn't about to drop another $3K on tires, then the truck as a whole would have most of it's value tied up in the seats! Right now, I'm riding around on the mid-back/fixed-back non-air-ride jump seat from the passenger side, on an adapter plate I welded together out of some steel I had laying around, to mount it on the air-ride base from the Talladega 915 seat that broke. Basically it's 1 step above a milk crate and a pillow...so yes, a nice comfy seat is something I'd REALLY like to get...maybe then I wouldn't feel so damn old all of the time. 1 Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 1 hour ago, RedBullDog said: Wow, no mine's the slightly cheaper "working white boy" model The Eagle one looks similar to mine. I was looking at the "Power Chief"... Perforated center panel...tan inside, brown outside, with dark brown accent stitching... No headrest, but dual arm rests... Add the vibrators in the back and cushion for a relaxing massage on those rough days... Heat & cool, 'cuz let's face it, in a truck with no AC, a cool seat would make the ride a little less sticky... Doesn't need a compressor or a swivel, and keep the controls on the left... Grand total? $3554.00...plus $249 shipping. Must be one hell of a seat, and perhaps if I ever win the lottery I can afford it. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331338 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmyb Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 Do you guys have isri seats in the states? They are good quality. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331410 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 There are Isrii dealers all over the States and they are OEM in Freightliner and most interstate buses. My B mixer has one of the older Viking T bars in it. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331826 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kscarbel2 Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 On 3/19/2016 at 10:58 AM, Hook n ladder 1 said: What seat would you guys suggest? I have a 98 CH and I need a new seat. I was looking at a Bose but a bit heavy and a lot of electronics. I do dump so my cab is always dirty and dusty and im not crazy about the electronic stuff in the seat. I'm looking for cloth with lumber support, high back and maybe whatever else they may offer these days. Do I stick with a bostrom? What else is out there Thanks Bostrom and National, now brands owned by CVG, have become cheap. Bose is okay, but over priced. In my humble opinion, the best seats are either American faimly-owned Sears, or Germany-owned Grammer known as Gramag in the states (now seen in Paccar trucks). http://www.searsseating.com/product-category/truck-seats/ http://www.gramag.com/products.html Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-331834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Maddog13407 Posted May 24, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 24, 2016 and I remember when a Viking t bar was an 'upgrade' in a B model. maybe easily fitted but gotta be one of the most uncomfy pieces ever created for anyone over 150lbs.... 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-334319 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezrider Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 i have a legacy silver seat in leather very comfy seat, reasonably priced. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-335289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlotpilot Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 4 state truck sales has the legacy top line for less than a grand with free shipping Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-335313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
6368 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 On 5/23/2016 at 10:07 PM, Maddog13407 said: and I remember when a Viking t bar was an 'upgrade' in a B model. maybe easily fitted but gotta be one of the most uncomfy pieces ever created for anyone over 150lbs.... been spending 10hrs a day on an old T-bar for long enough now. What will fit in the same space and is better option? Mines in the brockway but would also like to know for the B61. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-362710 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranchhopper Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 This is what I went with a comfy car seat that I put on a bostrom base they gave me a few of the bases at work. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-362713 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 Haven't look at seats lately, but for the B model, you will need to look for a low back seat so it can go back for some leg room. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-362795 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rryanmon Posted June 2, 2017 Share Posted June 2, 2017 I also have the Seats Inc Legacy Silver in leather. Nice and comfy. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-371256 Share on other sites More sharing options...
azapp32 Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 On 6/2/2016 at 8:57 PM, Ezrider said: i have a legacy silver seat in leather very comfy seat, reasonably priced. Only issue with those is the Thigh support height adjustment also moves the seat cushion forward so if your cab is narrow( dash to backwall) like my 05 granite you end up with knees in the dash or the seat against the back wall.......it also limits how high you can set it without pulling you back away from the seatback Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-550715 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 On 4/23/2016 at 9:12 PM, RowdyRebel said: Holy CRAP! Just looked them up & spec'd one I'd love to install in my truck...only $3600 + shipping. GEEEEEEEEEEEEESUS!!!!!!!!! i didnt even pay that for entire truck....bob 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 didnt realize...this post was so old... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551037 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 2 hours ago, mowerman said: didnt realize...this post was so old... It's not "so old" = it's called past dated . be careful how using the phrase :: so old. LOL 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551041 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 4 Share Posted May 4 I’m catching up slowly 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551047 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted May 4 Share Posted May 4 22 hours ago, mowerman said: GEEEEEEEEEEEEESUS!!!!!!!!! i didnt even pay that for entire truck....bob I looked at getting a couple of nice seats for the truck but the ended dearer than that and I couldn't justify the cost, I'm to bigger to tight ass for that Paul Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 4 Share Posted May 4 Boy, you know it me too… bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/44381-going-to-buy-a-new-drivers-seat/#findComment-551077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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