will newer model seats bolt into the body of an 03'?

robdela · #1 07-12-2008, 11:23 AM

I've always wanted to switch my rear bucket seat setup for a bench. It's hard to find someone to swap and was wondering if I bought a brand new set of seats front and back would it bolt into my 2003 or has the entire bolt pattern changed. Any suggestions? I bought my truck used and never got to experience brand new KR leather.

Folmar150 · #2 10-04-2008, 01:51 AM

Id like to know as well. There is alot more availability on 04-up seats.

Lenticular · #3 10-04-2008, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Folmar150

Id like to know as well. There is alot more availability on 04-up seats.

This has been discussed at various times in the past.

Do a search on the forum and you may find the info you require....It was somewhile back however.

Unfortunately I think from what I remember the members who chatted about this before decided it was not possible without some quite substantial modifications.
It is certainly not a straight swap. (To the best of my belief anyway !)

Timberdoodles · #4 10-04-2008, 11:43 AM

Yes, this has been discussed in detail, I can't remember who did it, but someone switched the bench for captain's chairs, and had to drill new holes, add brackets and a bunch of modifications to make them work...and that was for seats from the same model year. I really don't think they would come close from the newer body style? Different frame, interior, etc, would cause many headaches.

Lenticular · #5 10-04-2008, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Timberdoodles

Yes, this has been discussed in detail, I can't remember who did it, but someone switched the bench for captain's chairs, and had to drill new holes, add brackets and a bunch of modifications to make them work...and that was for seats from the same model year. I really don't think they would come close from the newer body style? Different frame, interior, etc, would cause many headaches.

Hey TimberD, did you see my reply about your woodworking??

Timberdoodles · #6 10-04-2008, 10:43 PM

Yes I did. Nice work on the link, that wasn't under construction...I added more pics to my gallery also, for your enjoyment. I will check back on the link of your uncles' later. Thanks