seat re covering

[MikeM]

going  to have a go at re upholstering a seat

i have the base ..........


Any one had a go before ....

need a place for foam, the clips at edge.. like rivets with star washers

any tips, tried moretti but he cant do it for ages

[Trigger]

Is the pan metal ? If it is, strip and repaint first. The star washer are for holding the chrome trim on. When cutting foam, use a electric kitchen knife.

[MikeM]

base is original

all I have is the pan which I have cleaned up and painted....... been on ebay and foam there is masses of it

this

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Upholstery-foam-cushions-sheets-High-density-foam-seat-pads-select-any-size-/171198857918?pt=UK_Home_Garden_Cushions_Throws_LE&var=&hash=item27dc3f42be


plus

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-OLD-STOCK-NOS-HONDA-CB550-K3-73-81-SEAT-COVER-FITTING-KIT-/171225741714?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item27ddd97992

[Trigger]

That foam is no good. It is not firm enough. The original foam was injected into a mold. It is down to having firm foam and getting the shape right. 

[MikeM]

just emailed a guy on ebay who sells whioch looks ok edging strips to replace the broken clips on inside of base also he does foams to order?

will let you know outcome

[matthewmosse]

Foam comes in many grades, best bet is a similar shape seat foam (I think superdream one was sacrificed to do one of mine, as it was around and spare) as the front corners can be a pain to get good. Failing that you cannot beat a good fabric shop (or market stall) for being able to compare the firmness / density of the foam. the firmer stuff is also easyer to cut to shape with a kitchen knife, softer stuff can be handy to give a smoother covering.

[toucheturtle]

Pretty sure bobtheseat on ebay sells custom made seat foams, not on his ebay page but worth dropping him a line, they used to cost £30

[Trigger]

Try £50+ £10 P&P these days for foam from Bob at bob the seat/ Morretti.

[MikeM]

as you can see bolt that is welded on that is meant  to hold on strap  is not there,,, just a big hole god knows what happened there

[Bitsa (Ralph Wright - RIP)]

Until recently never have done a seat rebuild.Tryed a new pattern seat was real disapointed so thought what the hell have a go.Got the seat cover pulled it apart and thought this is not rocket science and well pleased with the outcome albiet a 750 seat.Have a go and see what comes of it you never know.
Cheers
Bitsa

[MikeM]

seat has been recovered  , just got to add the bottom parts bumpers etc, and fit the strap


can you guys view the pics ?

[Johnwebley]

seat has been recovered  , just got to add the bottom parts bumpers etc, and fit the strap


can you guys view the pics ?

the picks look good,does the cover have HONDA on it ?

were did you get the cover from,please

[MikeM]

hi

no Honda lettering, guy is local to me and mainly does reupholstering on vintage cars and things like boats and caravans etc

seat was made not bought

drop me a message and I could ask him to do what you need done

[Trigger]

John, I found the best seat covers are done by a firm called Dis-covers. They do the full range with the Honda logo.

[Johnwebley]

thanks Mike and Trigger,

 just searched Dis-cover,it could be Stroud in Glouscester.,

local to me,although the cost of £30 including P&P is very reasonable,

willing to support local industry !!

http://www.dis-covers.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=huxleyflypage.tpl&product_id=71&category_id=17&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=6