In this video I give my C5 Z06 a MUCH needed seat upgrade. Open box, install and review. Below are links to both the seats and brackets that are required. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
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@VetOnVettes2 жыл бұрын
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@danksoar24242 жыл бұрын
Wow! ! that is cool seat, good thing I watched your video my C5 seat is going bad and in need of replacement, I did not know those seat from amazon would fit my C5, I would get them now that i know it will fit my C5 , I am glad I come across your youtube video.
@jayon1013 жыл бұрын
I got these exact seats for my car and I love them so much but I bought mine from ebay for a total of $360 but I love them so much because it makes my car look more badass from the inside and makes you feel like you are hugged into a modern day sport car I love it best bang for your buck.
@mihailhidler54003 жыл бұрын
B R E A T H E
@mjswecker45733 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the video. I have a C5 Coupe. My brackets came today. My seats should be here next week.
@jaymohamed854713 күн бұрын
How are seats now?
@schmediumperformance3 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Nice to see another channel with C5 content! Subbed.
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man 🤙👍
@crazybill423 жыл бұрын
Just installed mine love the feel easy install.
@mariechance56553 жыл бұрын
Guess the seats in the 2002 convertibles are really different. I just love the fit, and they are still supple, no cracks even being 19 yrs old. The bolsters and lumbar power adjustments still work and are really comfortable. I have driven cross country 5 times and have loved every moment in my C5.
@charlescalkins34853 ай бұрын
I really like my seats as well. I don't know why so many people complain about them. However, my seats are in need of repair and it will be a lot cheaper to get these seats. I would prefer to repair mine I just can't decide what to do. I'm thinking I should just keep my seats the way they are until I get all required parts. Then repair them.
@jairmartinez22463 жыл бұрын
I'm not even close to owning my C5 yet and I'm excited to get these seats haha. They look really good for the price. Hope they keep on making them by the time I get my C5 God willing. Love your vids man!!
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!!!
@briangoertzen54673 жыл бұрын
Well here I am 9 months later, "no pun intended"😂 and I bought a c5 about a month ago and the seats are totally trashed and ripped up so I just bought these same seats and they are still available yet! Got em ordered and just waiting for them to get here, august 9th I think. My brackets, also same as these brackets in his vid, just got here today. So they still offer the same seats and brackets! Got your c5 yet?
@fotisdimitratos44682 жыл бұрын
Hello guys I would really appreciate if you can tell me the model and the name of the manufacturer I’m getting a c5 and love these seats ,thank you and God bless
@roy-sr5ct Жыл бұрын
@@VetOnVetteswill this seat work on a c6?
@airsoftkid013 жыл бұрын
Great vid, are they still holding up? Would you recommend them after some seat time on them now? Or is one better off saving up for corbeaus?
@caseyberry69593 жыл бұрын
Finally got the seats in. Feel great. Definitely a tight squeeze but they work. Thanks again man. Great video
@jaymohamed854713 күн бұрын
How are the seats now?
@caseyberry695912 күн бұрын
@@jaymohamed8547 I sold the car about a year ago. When I sold the car the seats were still as good of condition as when they came out of the box. I am very meticulous about my vehicle so I do take care of things. Just basically like a leather softener on it every few weeks. I know it's not real leather but it seemed to help
@williambaldwin43102 жыл бұрын
There's actually a reason why the standard seat back don;t really lock tight. GM said its done that way to protect the seat motors when being them as far back as possible its a cushion so it wont stop the seat motor abruptly.
@highlanderc10 ай бұрын
Correct.. and now... we have a stupid "max position" and you lose a couple of inches of space because of it.
@chazsteadman50203 жыл бұрын
"Gonna catch a nap..." A man after my own heart. Of course, I'm 68 years old. LOL.
@BumAzzSugarDaddy Жыл бұрын
Bro love the seats and video input 👍
@TeyvatHistoria3 жыл бұрын
My c5 has c6 z06 Seats, and somehow still these seats call to me. Strange how even though they look very different the c5 and c6 z06 Seats have several of the same wonky issues. Great video, nice seats!
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Thanks man. 🤙👍
@brandonsever25763 жыл бұрын
After seeing this video, ordered these seats and brackets. I haven't received the seats yet but I just got my first look at the brackets. I would not recommend using these brackets. The welds are very cheap, they look shallow with tons of obvious spatter, and the whole frame feels light and flimsy. I wouldn't trust them to hold together in an accident, especially the seat belt tab. I think I'll end up sandblasting the finish off and welding on extra gussets and braces everywhere I can. Luckily I've got about a week to get them ready before the seats are here. I'll be closely inspecting the seat frames when they get here too, though I don't think that'll change whether I use them or not. Anything is better than the stock seats.
@tbonec5channel5883 жыл бұрын
I agree with you the C5 Z06 stock seats are very flimsy and looking forward to replace them very soon
@JULESRULES99693 жыл бұрын
I just did this mod too based on this video. 2001 Z The seatbelt bolt is 3/8 inch thread size btw, 3/4 inch length. You will lose some forward and back range of movement with these seats. They rub against the tunnel as you move back. (Bad for tall people over 6 ft 2in) Your seat will rub against the seatbelt weirdly where it connects to the b pillar. This is because these seats have the shoulder wings where the stock seats don’t. This is an impediment to the seatbelts normal path. Not sure what safety implications this has but thought I’d share my experience. 36 inch inseam and it’s a bit tight around the thighs. Probably as far as you want to be for these. Overall still better that stock.
@Joey856721 Жыл бұрын
Anything else bad, weird or good to report about these? Anything game changing particularly vs stock Z06 seats
@jorgeespinoza35643 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful seats great purchase are they heavy seats in yours option
@jperconte Жыл бұрын
Great Video, and the level detail provided, make this seem fairly straight forward. I wonder, how would these fit in the corvertible? I can't imagine they would be any different. What about the controls for the power? Did you disconnet them all together? Has anyone used the C5 brackets for these Universal seats to maintain controls?
@stephonb72543 жыл бұрын
The seats are nice, but where did you get that steering wheel?
@DeltonBrinsfieldMusic Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Ordered the brackets via your attached links in description. We're these the "IKON" brand universal seats on Amazon? I'm needing to replace my c5 seats in a bad way and this looks like the best option from a monetary and aesthetic standpoint lol thanks for the vid
@richknudsen57813 жыл бұрын
The seats on the Zo6 models are made extra lite for weight savings. regular seats are a bit more sturdy actually. not much but better.
@stepbro49783 жыл бұрын
The originals were trash.Even when they were new they were moving forward and back.always popping noises coming from them.
@Repomex012 ай бұрын
Great Review. Thanks!
@3blkst3 жыл бұрын
Would like to have some of these for my C4. Probably would be tight though!
@iplaymytele2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to purchase two of these just like this for my 1971 Karmann Ghia......!
@rafaelpantoja5823 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Just ordered mine for my c5z. Can you pls provide a list of the Hardware you used? Also pls do provide specs on how to adjust the front so the seat doesnt lean too far forward. Thank you
@mjswecker45733 жыл бұрын
Been looking for awhile. Thx for the video. Just ordered a pair for my coupe.
@waltermiller2493 жыл бұрын
Where did u have the steering wheel done? I'd like to get one for my C5, hopefully it wasn't to expensive
@therealjoshtodd2 жыл бұрын
almost 2 years later, how are you feeling about the seats still? did they last? The price is obviously very appealing, but I'm skeptical. Would love an update!
@davidg52883 жыл бұрын
Are you able to slide these seats all the way back against the bulkhead? I'm tall and have the stock seats all the way back. Thanks for the video.
@erica.55833 жыл бұрын
Great job and the seats are very nice! Will they work for a c-6? Thanks for posting!
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. Absolutely they will.
@Edpalomares54 Жыл бұрын
Nice vid I’m planning to upgrade my seats now
@Edpalomares54 Жыл бұрын
Not sure on the red snitching though, have to think about that and why only 4 washers when you have 8 bolts?
@mikestlouis53042 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Do you have a link for the bracket as well?
@johnwehunt43052 жыл бұрын
I bought the one from Amazon seats mounts. Worked very good.
@jaymohamed854713 күн бұрын
How are the seats now?
@johnwehunt43053 күн бұрын
@@jaymohamed8547 there just ok. looking to upgrade to top end seats later.
@vforcemadness3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I’m not an average size dude so racing seats are outta the question for me. But I have the same stock seats and when I bought the car, the driver’s side is in bad shape. I’d be really interested in purchasing your stock seats if you were to decide to sell them. I live the n northern VA and I’m only about 4 hours from VA beach area. This was a good video. I just wish I could fit comfortably in a racing seat.
@brianfrey8512 жыл бұрын
Can you please share the link to where you purchased your steering wheel? Were you able to easily add along with the stock air bag?
@GBAL420223 жыл бұрын
can you use the power seat motors or is it all manual now ?
@cmarchione13 жыл бұрын
Great Video and like the Navy Shirt. Former AT2 here.
@Pettyking893 жыл бұрын
Nice c5 man great videoo
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I did this mod last year. 10,000 miles on my “cheap seats”.... still awesome. Made a video about them on my Channel, May do a 10k mike update
@stepbro49783 жыл бұрын
I just got mine from ups.They are nice for the money
@22lrjayden812 жыл бұрын
How tall are you? Im 6’3 178 and wanna make sure these can countour to me
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
@@22lrjayden81 6ft 1inch 220lbs.
@22lrjayden812 жыл бұрын
And im debating on getting these in my 1998 jeep grand cherokee. Ive seen these exact seats in a 96 xj cherokee which is actually slightly smaller than mines but almost the same.
@Sean_Rosie07Ай бұрын
@22lrjayden81 that is the exact reason ive been looking for seats lmao. I have a 2000 cherokee and am looking for new seats
@mikewilks47973 жыл бұрын
Where did you get that aftermarket radio? Looks way better than the Chevy Astro Van special that comes stock in C5's...
@RCThis3 жыл бұрын
Question: are the seat brackets / mounting the same in the C6 Zo6 the same as the regular C5 electric seats??
@KCblues19603 жыл бұрын
I bought a set of these seats and mounts based on this video and started to install them tonight. The head of the recommended 5/16" socket head cap screw is barely larger than the holes in the seat tracks. This video shows 4 of those holding the seat and occupant in place and there is no way that is a safe installation.
@redmanrm13 жыл бұрын
How are they? Link?
@williamheinsinger73903 жыл бұрын
Them seats look Awesome 👌
@preluder43 жыл бұрын
Sounds like they're only about 7-8 lbs heavier over braum seats(25 lbs), saving $4-500 Definitely will try this route. Thanks for listing the weight bc it's impossible to find that info for any ebay seats. And multiple sellers told me to just buy them to find out since they can't obtain the weight due to drop shipping I believe. Coming from g37 stock seats (88 lbs ea.), can't wait to feel the difference of another +100lbs down.
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Yeah man. It drove me insane not knowing the weight before buying them either. Glad you appreciated that 👍🤙
@Corsavette023 жыл бұрын
88 lbs each!!??? Jesus
@maleetfinch3 жыл бұрын
They look nice! My husband wants me to get new seats but I worry about seat height and all that. I'm 5ft 2 and I sit on a pillow on my stock C5 seat 🤣😑
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Haha. I was worried about that too. They are about the same height wise luckily.
@Upbadged_volkswagon3 жыл бұрын
I mean they look good, but are they gonna hood up in an accident or are they just going to snap at the hinges like the fake bride/ recaro seats?
@sayeedrehan Жыл бұрын
Looking to get these seats for my C6. Did you use the stock brackets that came with these seats? Or do you recommend the Corbou brackets?
@luismurillo13583 жыл бұрын
Can you still make the aftermarket seats power seats with the old c5 power seat buttons ?
@berrybackwoods3 жыл бұрын
Any new links to seat brackets? Or alternative options for brackets? Seems like their out of stock and I cant find them anywhere else.
@henrycruz45cal3 жыл бұрын
Glad it worked out
@WORRO3 жыл бұрын
Very nice! Thumbs-up video ~John
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@josephy.17812 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Good content. I do have one question if you can help me with some info. Did you have to trim the seat belt panel to get the seats in. Mine seem too tight to get them in there. Thanks again
@VetOnVettes2 жыл бұрын
I didn't have to initially. They fit, was tight but fit. But it rubbed and made a horrid noise so I trimmed them.
@josephy.17812 жыл бұрын
@@VetOnVettes thanks. I’ll give it a shot. Thanks again, I don’t know if you realize how helpful you are to people like me.
@floodx49473 жыл бұрын
How do you think these would fit on a bigger guy? I am about 6'1", 250lbs. 38" waist if that helps for comparison. I have the typical flattened bolsters on my seats, and these look amazing.
@gainesb200313 жыл бұрын
I was wondering the same???
@matthewm3252 жыл бұрын
What if we're not using stock seatbelts & have removed them? Can the reclining lever go on outside if using race harness?
@hippiehealthwellness40053 жыл бұрын
Hello sir could u please give me the bolt and nut size for the seatbelt please????? Yellow vetts are the best !!!!
@22lrjayden812 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, ik its an old vid, nice vette btw. But i am 6’3 178 and i jus wanna make sure the actual seats would fit me, disregard the headroom as im not using this for a vette but a 98 jeep zj. I was gonna get corbeau jeep grand cherokee specific fit brackets with these seats. Jus wanna know before i buy
@stripersteve13 жыл бұрын
Love those seats! What brand name and or where can I find them?
@dtaylor2249 ай бұрын
Hey I just brought some seat. What size screws and nuts did you used to install the bracket?
@jameszx73 жыл бұрын
VetonVEttes757, can you show how tight, or any rub, of the seat belt reel to the seat?
@randallmason96873 жыл бұрын
Looks great! I have ben looking at seats for My Mustang. Were the seats made just for a Vette,or universal?
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Universal. In fact they will probably fit in a mustang MUCH better.
@alkingtorres16443 жыл бұрын
Put one in my 04 mustang and one in my c5. Haha. Both needed drivers seats bad
@brandonceniceros43623 жыл бұрын
Hello, I have already received my good quality products, where can I get the base for these seats? Could you help me?
@alexmatheny92952 жыл бұрын
My passenger seat motor or switch went out on mine and now the seat is stuck pretty much all the way forward. Will it cause any issues with warning lights or anything switching to some manual seats like this?
@johnnymitchell91093 жыл бұрын
Thought about getting some of these for the wife’s Z06 that’s coming but she’s only 5’2. From your experience with these, do you think they will sit too shallow for her? I may have to go another route for hers
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Honesty, but I did not notice a a height difference. I thought I would, but I feel they are identical in that regard.
@kevinmai8423 жыл бұрын
I got some red ones, waaay better than the stock
@Edpalomares54 Жыл бұрын
I see lots of different feedback on these seats, I know they fit tight in the car I have a 98 C5, but do you think they would be ok for a 6’3” 190 senior citizen…lol..
@jeffeye65072 жыл бұрын
is that a generic bracket or fit for a vette? where you get the bracket? I'm doing a 72 firebird.
@erickpalos233 жыл бұрын
You didn't got the airbag light on?
@butch44813 жыл бұрын
What did you type in to find those seats on amazon
@mrob52782 жыл бұрын
Any idea if these would fit a 2006 C6?? Wasn't sure if anyone had any luck. Thanks in advance!
@notbuyingit80473 жыл бұрын
Gotta love a yellow vette
@joesupina5634 Жыл бұрын
Were did you purchase the seat bracket from for the seats?
@pearlio72973 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to just buy 1? I want to buy one for my sim racing rig.
@brand0llaz Жыл бұрын
Whats up! what did you do with the yaw sensor on the passenger side? The bracket is sitting on it. Thanks!
@VetOnVettes Жыл бұрын
Someone else asked this in the past. Mine perfectly fit right on top of it. I think some trims/ years have a slightly larger yaw sensor. What you could do is add a few washers under the bracket until it clears it.. your passenger seat will just be slightly higher, but probably not noticeable.
@gerardroy44652 жыл бұрын
I have c5 1999 electric seats i seen a video saying to take out airbag fuse is that correct
@junuel87153 жыл бұрын
What size is the Allen bolts that you use?
@arachn0tron9263 жыл бұрын
Are the brackets you used C5 specific or universal? Using them for my Toyota Celica GT 2001
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
I believe that are unique to the C5, but don't quote me on that.
@Codyburrier373 жыл бұрын
I have a c6 z06 do you know if these seats will fit in them?
@DriqBlaq3 жыл бұрын
Does it come with cords for seat warmer?
@kemicala3 жыл бұрын
You in DC area? I know a guy that will take his time to set your alingment exactly how you want it.
@CamaroSS13 жыл бұрын
Great video! Do you think these seats will fit a 2017 Camaro?
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
I'm fairly certain they would
@jorgeespinoza9464 Жыл бұрын
Try to push with your back back. Not to hard or two slow and the seat will unlock from the recliner I bought this and now they on the trash
@judyhaff27513 жыл бұрын
Do you have a link for the seats and bracket
@JboyLovesKristen3 жыл бұрын
Where’d you get that steering wheel? It looks sick!
@Acecunningham3 жыл бұрын
He also made another video on the steering wheel
@aptsix1728 Жыл бұрын
Just replaced mine and gotta say they are really a huge improvement over stock seats! Thanks for the video and instructions, really helpful.Did you ever install a key ring chain on the incline lever? Keep up the great work!
@aptsix1728 Жыл бұрын
Bought mine on eBay from Modify Street, nice red and black for $370
@TuRBiNeSaNdK9s2 жыл бұрын
Suuup broskie. Hooyah Navy all the way. I just got my C6, it's yellow also 😂. I live in the area let's meet up and run around. Cheers man
@default93503 жыл бұрын
You mention that it works for someone 6ft 175. What about 6’5? Do they sit lower than stock? Is there more head room? Thanks in advance!
@22lrjayden812 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, i have the same question as im 6’3 178 and want to make sure these can fit me in my jeep
@DemonChicken3163 жыл бұрын
After 5+ months, how do you feel about them? I got a set of Braums, but heavily considered generic amazon/ebay seats and will for a future beater.
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
I uploaded a update a few weeks ago. Still good to go 🤙👍
@DemonChicken3163 жыл бұрын
@@VetOnVettes love it.
@stevefultz8603 жыл бұрын
Steering wheel where did you get it.
@stepbro49783 жыл бұрын
Are these the same as the ones on eBay?
@C5shtbox3 ай бұрын
I know this is an old video. I followed both links and my seat mount brackets don’t clear the bump on the floor. Any one else have this issue?
@RCThis3 жыл бұрын
I'm not thin...does this company make Seats like this that do not have the high sides on the bottom part?
@Evo47262 жыл бұрын
Would these fit a 2017 camaro ss ?
@dewaynebraley28203 жыл бұрын
Where did u order your brackets.
@jasepoag89303 жыл бұрын
I couldn't tell in the video, but did you have to remove the seat belt retractor trim panel to fit these as is common with many seats?
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Negative. It's tight, but it fits!
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Negative. It's tight, but it fits!
@jasepoag89303 жыл бұрын
@@VetOnVettes Sweet, how hard is it to access the adjuster? Not that I plan to adjust very often.
@youngn9na923 жыл бұрын
Anybody know if these will fit a 2nd generation Toyota Tacoma?
@stevesnvegas90403 жыл бұрын
Isn't there a sensor on the passenger side seat that will throw a code?
@VetOnVettes3 жыл бұрын
Negative
@ss85127 ай бұрын
Im trying to get seats that weigh 25lbs total with brackets. As i did the math my factory seats weigh 60lbs each 120lbs total. So if i get 2 race seats 30lbs each im only gaining weight loss of my passenger seat basically. So i thought race seats are kinda pointless i should just remove the passenger and leave the factory and it equals the same.
@joseabarca94563 жыл бұрын
Seat brackets don’t exist anymore got any other suggestions definitely love the seats
@isaiahwilson11663 жыл бұрын
planted brackets
@Acecunningham3 жыл бұрын
Are planted brackets a good fit? Where from?
@isaiahwilson11663 жыл бұрын
@@Acecunningham probably the best vehicle specific ones you can get. They have a website but I was able to buy some on Amazon for ~$140 each. On the pricier side, but quality and good fitment.
@Acecunningham3 жыл бұрын
Isaiah Wilson thanks for the feed back! After looking around I Ordered Cipher C5/C6 seat brackets.. now just waiting for them to arrive ✌🏾😎 & hopefully I’ll find a good camera set up soon to post project update videos on here.. if anybodies got any tips I’d greatly appreciate it!