CJ-7 seats

[cdlongjr]

I've only had my CJ 3 days. I drove it from Philly to Newark, De. I'm an ole guy, 6', 214#. I have a belly because I'm a Pofessional Santa Claus. The front seats are hi back & sit too high for me. My belly is almost into the steering wheel. No trouble driving her. The front seats also are jammed into the rear fender coverings. Is his the norm, or can i install differnt seat brackets? Also, the PO welded the tailgate shut. Is it posible to modify or install a flip up rear seat? I[m pissed @ the loss of that storage space. I don't have a ton of money to put into her as I hve 2 grown children & 3 Grandchildren living w/ us, so I need o make every dollar count. Wife says I'm crazy for getting a Jeep @ my age, but I've wanted one since I got out of the Army. I'll get some pics today & post them.

 

[hole]

I'm not sure about the 7's but its a tight fit for me in my 8, I'm 6' 4" 250. I too would be interested in other seat options

 

[BrockGrimes]

you can install mustang/sunfire seats, but don't know if it'll net you more leg room.
that rear tire hump is the real problem.

 

[CJ]

All CJ's are cramped. It's just the way they are built. The 7 is better then the 5. If the back of your seat is up against the wheel well already, the only way to get more room is to get a seat with a thinner back or I have seen a few CJ's with the well notched.

I have some racing buckets in mine. They are very thin but not that supportive. They give just a few more inches of legroom.

 

[coldwater]

most guys I know that have a 5 just modify the wheelwell to allow the seat to be mounted more rearward.

 

[mylittlecj5]

heres how Boyink did his...
Boyink! | Supersize Dutch Blog | Wheelhouse Notch

 

[cdlongjr]

Thanks guys. I guess this is th norm. I was concerned the seats were the wrong ones.

 

[sameerjeez]

Thanx for this information this very comfort able sets i check it enjoy the driving

 

[CJ]

Woot has Recaro seats today for $100!!! Probably a little snug for us though... :laugh:

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