How to repair seat foam?

veloc1ty · Post by **veloc1ty** » Sun Nov 12, 2006 8:46 pm

Fixing an old 86' spree we have and the seat cover is in pretty bad condition so we're going to replace that. I noticed the foam is also in pretty bad condition and missing a chunk on the left side. I found some foam that feels and looks the same density, do i just cut and tape it ( what tape?) or make the foam part from one piece instead of bits and pieces? Thanks

Kikwear · Post by **Kikwear** » Mon Nov 13, 2006 12:12 am

I would advise you to take it to an upholstery shop and have them fix the foam and put the new cover on. They use a heat gun to remove the wrinkles. Should be about $20 and saves a lot of headache.

veloc1ty · Post by **veloc1ty** » Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:10 pm

Yeah, thats what I thinking, it'll save a lot of time and headache.

By the way.. I just got your package.

Love the packaging, haha. I think we're going to work on the engine tonight so hopefully it'll run

Post by **noiseguy** » Mon Nov 13, 2006 11:13 pm

You can glue in foam chunks with automotive spray glue (used for carpet), and reshave the shape with a knife.

Unless you like to sew, just take it to an upholstery shop or buy a used one complete.

veloc1ty · Post by **veloc1ty** » Mon Nov 13, 2006 11:56 pm

I'm planning on buying a new seat cover and i know how to put them one with staples ( dirt bike seat covers ), i was mainly talking about just the foam itself. That spray glue and shaping it with a knife is a pretty good idea, espically to smooth it out.

maddog · Post by **maddog** » Tue Nov 14, 2006 12:57 am

spend the money and do it right!