Hi friends, new to these forums but expect to become a regular here. I acquired a 1986 Tithonus 2.5NA/R380/LHD truck last November. Did an Gen IV LS (LC9)/6L80 swap and it is incredible! But for today, a simple question... The truck is an FFR and I have two bench seats on one side. Here are what they look like.
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201732.jpg
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201732a.jpg
Next pic you can >kinda< see how the seatback mounts to the stiffeners on the tub:
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201733.jpg
And the seat mount to the wheel arch...
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201733a.jpg
They are in rough shape, and one of them, the bottom frame is bent so the seat slopes down and not fun to sit in trying to stay in your seat haha. I am a general newbie to these defenders (I've owned a Series 3 lightweight and a Series 2A 109 in the past) so in my ignorance I bought a new pair 2nd hand, never installed but not from the mfg. These were from brit parts and I learned the hard way that there was more than one type of rear seat. The brit part ones were a coupla inches longer and would not fit into the same mounts and I dont want to drill more holes.
Now for the question: the cushions say "Outlast" brand. Does anyone know what these are and where to look for exact replacements? I have found them in the UK here:
Anyone know if there is a US supplier of these?
thanks everyone!
73 Eugene W2HX
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201732.jpg
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201732a.jpg
Next pic you can >kinda< see how the seatback mounts to the stiffeners on the tub:
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201733.jpg
And the seat mount to the wheel arch...
https://w2hx.com/x/1986-Tithonus/Rear Bench Seats/1005201733a.jpg
They are in rough shape, and one of them, the bottom frame is bent so the seat slopes down and not fun to sit in trying to stay in your seat haha. I am a general newbie to these defenders (I've owned a Series 3 lightweight and a Series 2A 109 in the past) so in my ignorance I bought a new pair 2nd hand, never installed but not from the mfg. These were from brit parts and I learned the hard way that there was more than one type of rear seat. The brit part ones were a coupla inches longer and would not fit into the same mounts and I dont want to drill more holes.
Now for the question: the cushions say "Outlast" brand. Does anyone know what these are and where to look for exact replacements? I have found them in the UK here:
Land Rover Military Defender 90/110 Tithonus Rear Bench Seats - H and H Surplus
Land Rover Military Defender 90/110 Tithonus 2 Man Rear Bench Seats These are take out items in good used condition, some small marks and scuffs from age and use, but no rips or tears, one frame mounting leg is very slightly twisted. Manufactured by Exmoor trim, model Outlast As originally...
www.handhsurplus.co.uk
Anyone know if there is a US supplier of these?
thanks everyone!
73 Eugene W2HX