Corvette Seat Central for Fixes, Covers, Racing Seats & Belts
The Corvette seat is less then stellar. They wear out along the driver side bolster and rock on the base fore and aft on the C5's. Luckily there is tons of help for us. With new leather covers or just a basic seat cover this section will cover all your options. The wire springs in the seat bottom, and the bars in the bolsters can also wear thru the foam and leather, but that can be fixed by placing layer of burlap between the springs and the foam.
Racing your Corvette and not sure what will fit read on.
C5 Corvette Rocking Seat Fix
C5 Corvette seats are known for rocking or moving fwd and aft. The problem with the seats are they wear out all the different mechanical and rubber parts in the frame of the seat. This wear adds up and causes the movement forward and aft. This is without a doubt your problem if you are here with us now.
You can try and fix the seat with washers or a tension device.
We recommend 2 options depending on your budget.
Option 1 | Low Cost Corvette Rocking Seat Fix
Approximately $15+
The low cost choice would be to install this Rocking Seat fix from Dorman.
Every C5 Corvette will have this issue several times in its life span. The Dorman part is the most economical and easiest fix.
Option 2 | Premium Corvette Rocking Seat Fix
Approx. $70-80
The premium option requires a little more money, time and effort the first time but is the better long term solution.
Corvette Seat Leather
Upgrade with Aftermarket Corvette Seats and Improve the Looks and Function
The important thing to remember is the width of the seat base. The tight spot is between the center tunnel and outer frame rail. All research I have done brings me to the conclusion that 19.5 inches is the maximum width. As always I would encourage everybody to double check with the seat manufacturer first for fit. Second note about aftermarket seats is you will most likely loose the electric control functions of your seat. Most require mounting a fixed base or a manual sliding mechanism.
Corbeau
Corbeau A4 Seat
Seat fits tight with some modifications
Pictures Courtesy of Corbeau
Sparco
Find Sparco Seat Fitment Options
Sparco EVO
Sparco Pro-2000
All these seats fit well in a C5. But always check fitment before purchase as seats change year after year.
Seat Upgrades
C6 Seat Upgrade in a C5 Picture
Belts and Harness Bar
Pictures Courtesy of Sparco
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