Does anyone have any experience with seat covers for my 99? Cheaper the better.
Do any of the cheap ones at the auto parts stores work?
thanks
Tim
Do any of the cheap ones at the auto parts stores work?
thanks
Tim
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I have cloth seat covers in my 2000, not cheap, and different manufacturer front and middle row, so colors don't match. What's up with these manf that they don't make both front and middle? Guess not what you are looking for.
maybe not cheap, but SOR looks pretty decent http://www.sor.com/sor/cat309h.tam?xax=24602
I have the Wet Okoles, which IMHO are the best, but they are WAY pricey. SOR's are probably the best price/performance product out there.
I'm thinking about replacing the front leathers in mine. I'd like to have alcantra or similar bolsters for better grip and perforated (like some Toyota and Lexus models...of course not even 2010 LC gets perffed 
) center panels.
I'm tired of 'sweat/clam back' and slippery covers. But Shane (Atlas...) hasn't responded to my PM. Anyone know if he's still around?
) center panels. I'm tired of 'sweat/clam back' and slippery covers. But Shane (Atlas...) hasn't responded to my PM. Anyone know if he's still around?
I have Gt Covers on my middle row and am pretty happy with them. Not too cheap though at ~$200 a row. Good fit and nice detail. They have front, middle and rear seat covers.
When I sent for a material sample they sent a coupon for $10 off.
The LC front seats are pretty average in siz3e and shape and I'm sure you could get a Walmart generic to fit fairly well.
When I sent for a material sample they sent a coupon for $10 off.
The LC front seats are pretty average in siz3e and shape and I'm sure you could get a Walmart generic to fit fairly well.
I used some wall mart specials for about $15 each. They worked OK. I ended up removing the leather having it repaired and reinstalled it. It was under $100 including the hog ring pliers and sewing. Took me about an hour to remove and reinstall. I just ran the foam with the seat covers only for the couple of days while the leather shop did the sewing.I would suggest going that route. I hated the seat covers.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-cruisers/266007-restiching-leather.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-cruisers/266007-restiching-leather.html
I know you have a 99, so you don't have side airbags, but there are seat covers available that work with side airbags, def. a must for safety if your vehicle comes so-equipped!
Shane is still around. The only quote he doesn't have posted up is the steering wheel which is $400 when he has a core in stock.
I got a quote to replace front and back row with leather and vinyl sides $1400. With Shane's set up is $895(front & mid) plus $50 center console plus S&H and $300 to install.
My .02
I got a quote to replace front and back row with leather and vinyl sides $1400. With Shane's set up is $895(front & mid) plus $50 center console plus S&H and $300 to install.
My .02
Sorry to sound like a broken record, but Wet Okoles have the proper cut-outs for the seat-mounted side airbags.
That they do. If you check their website, this also confirms it.
Have the GT's on the front of our LX, Look pretty good and decent fit.
Are your GTs the neoprene or the canvas style?
GT seat covers come in a variety of fabric alternatives (i believe they have a neoprene too) and are made to order... I've had GT seat covers on the front seats of the 100 for awhile now and the tan color faded to a purpleish pink color and almost immediately got a big stain that wouldn't come out... Overall, I wouldn't buy them again for the $$$ they cost... My brother has the Wet Okoles in his ride and I like them much better... That said, I'm considering getting a quote to repair the aged leather on the driver seat and going back to the leather too like Farinvail did...
I have the tan Cordura-type (Endura) nylon for maximum wear and stain fighting power.
Still too new to comment on durability and fade resistance.
Yeah, leather is the best, after all, we paid for it, to not enjoy it is like buying a Ferrari and just leaving it sitting in the garage (well, sort of...). Our problem: we have little kids who like to spill things and climb all over the seats with dirty shoes. Wet Okoles are waterproof and easy to wash in-place. As soon as the kids are old enough, the covers will probably go up for sale (if they are still in decent shape) and my perfectly preserved leather will be ready for my butt once again!
You wont need the seat heaters if you get the Wet Okeles.
Not very good at breathing and waterproof also means anything spilled stays on top and seap into the cover but not reach the seat. Unless they are in the sun it takes hours to dry out.
There was a few times on my jeep that I would get in when the top was down and could not tell that the covers had gotten wet. I would have to go in and change and put a towel down before I went to work on many occasions. I would still need the towel 10 hours later on my way home.
They do fit great and protect the seat but get the protectant and use it often or the top layer turns to dust after a to much sun exposure. Even when I had my top on and windows up
Not very good at breathing and waterproof also means anything spilled stays on top and seap into the cover but not reach the seat. Unless they are in the sun it takes hours to dry out.
There was a few times on my jeep that I would get in when the top was down and could not tell that the covers had gotten wet. I would have to go in and change and put a towel down before I went to work on many occasions. I would still need the towel 10 hours later on my way home.
They do fit great and protect the seat but get the protectant and use it often or the top layer turns to dust after a to much sun exposure. Even when I had my top on and windows up
Are the seats of the LX470 the same as the LC100?
The partnumbers are different though.
Can I order a LC100 seat cover and will it fit for the LX470?
The partnumbers are different though.
Can I order a LC100 seat cover and will it fit for the LX470?
I second that. I scored a set of Okoles used for $80! sweet! First day on the trail with them, melting spring snow, and the kids had the back a mess. Easy to clean up.
+1 for wet okoles being awesome. but yes, they are pricey.
