I'm still not absolutely sure the years are interchangeable. So far, I talked to a Chevy dealership (they couldn't tell me), a salvage yard (they were pretty sure, but not sure), and here on this forum one of the notes said 2000 to 2006 are. If 2000 seats will work with no drilling req'd in a 2001, I'd be interested in trading. I'd also be willing to buy a bench seat outright. I'm in NW Ohio.
I have 03 Tahoe Captains Chairs , tan, in excellent condition and would like to swap for bench seat. I am in the central east coast of florida. Would be willing to travel some distance to meet and see if the bolt pattern is the same. Where are you located?
We have been looking into swapping or buying locally. According to a knowledgeable man my husband spoke with today (the guy deals in these type of seat swaps) -- it is NOT possible to swap captains chairs for bench seat without drilling holes in the floor. The bolt patterns are different. Sounds like it won't work even within the same model year, not unless you don't mind a few extra holes in your floor.
Do you have anything for '04 Suburbans? I have a passenger seat that will not move forward or backwards. It will click when I try to move it but that's it. Every other position works as advertised. I think the motor may have burned up but don't know which one it is.
Seats Front Seat Adjuster Motor Removal & Installation To Remove:
NOTE: The seat adjuster motors can not be replaced separately. If a motor is defective, the seat adjuster will have to be replaced as an assembly.
Remove the front seat. Remove the seat side trim panel. Remove the seat cushion frame from the seat adjuster. Remove the inboard mounting nut and remove the seat belt buckle from the seat track. Disconnect the seat belt electrical connector Remove the seat back frame from the seat adjuster. Remove the seat back hinge/recliner mechanism. Remove the seat adjuster track cover. If equipped, remove the memory module, Remove the seat adjuster from the vehicle. Disconnect and replace the motors as needed. To Install:
Position the memory module to the seat. Install the mounting screws. Tighten to 26 lb in (3 Nm). Position the inboard seat belt buckle to the seat track. Install the mounting nut. Tighten to 39 ft lb (53 Nm). Connect the seat belt buckle electrical connector. Install the seat adjuster track cover. Install the seat back hinge/recliner assembly. Install the seat back frame to the seat adjuster. Install the seat cushion frame to the seat adjuster. Install the seat side trim panel. Install the seat. Calibrate the seat if equipped with memory seats.
Now, I'm not a mechanic, but if you could somehow get in there, maybe you could figure out how to replace just one of the motors. That's assuming it's really a motor that's the issue and not a broken wire or circuit board trace or the module or one of the switches. There's also a 30A seat circuit breaker, but I don't think you'd have any of the functions if that was blown.
Where are you located at? It looks like I am going to be purchasing a 2008 Suburban with black leather this week. It has a bench seat and I am looking for captains chairs for it.
I have a 2005 Tahoe, Tan interior Bench looking for captains chairs. Leather is in good condition with some wear. Do you still have the capts chairs? I live in Tampa, actually land o lakes.
Did you ever swap out your 2nd row 60/40 bench? What year was yours? I just bought a 2008 Yukon with tan leather 2nd row captains and would like to swap for a bench.
I have a light grey leather 2nd row bench seat from a 2007 Suburban in like new condition. Located in North Carolina & am willing to sell very reasonable.
What color do you have? I have tan leather bench in excellent condition. Almost like new. Are your captain's in good condition? I'm in Baton Rouge, LA but have had my '04 Tahoe in Columbus for a couple of times so it can happen if you are interested in swapping them out.
I want to swap my 60/40 split bench with Captains Chairs. They are Tan leather (original) and always had seat covers on them so they have no ware on them. I am Corona California.... willing to travel withing few hours distance.
I have a 2008 Suburban with Grey leather interior and a 60/40 middle row bench seat. I am looking to either trade for or purchase grey leather captians chairs. If anyone is interested please let me know...
Don't waste your time under this topic. I have offered to drive to three different persons who claimed that would want to swap out captain chairs for a bench. I have a tan leather bench in almost "as new" condition.
I have offered to drive to Oklahoma, Ohio and Florida from Baton Rouge, LA and every time it would be the time to realize the swap suddenly these people stop replying. A bunch of idiots who dream about it to a point to write under this topic but it is only a dream...
I just did the swap from Buckets to a bench in a 2005 Tahoe I bought a 60/40 Grey leather bench on EBAY ($81, deal of the year). I had to pick them up (5 hour drive), but it was well worth it I'm happy to report that this is an easy swap, 8 bolts total! The bench is very heavy, and I installed them through the rear hatch You will definately need 2 people minimium to move this around I only have one complaint and word of warning, Although the leather matches the seats perfectly (I beleive it was out of a 2004 Tahoe) the carpet like fabric on the back of the seat is black compared to my trucks grey. It didn't stop me, but it probably will keep me from selling my grey buckets since I would probably like to restore my truck to the stock setup when I get rid of it I did not realize the the middle seat only has a lap belt. I have 3 kids, and right now, the infant car seat is going in the middle, which is not easy to get in and out I do not know if I will feel comfortable with one of my older children sitting with only a lap belt How does everyone else do it? Did the middle seats ever come with shoulder belts? Do the new ones come with shoulder belts? Thanks Rich
I have two grey leather second row captains chairs from a 2003 GMC yukon. I believe they fit from 2001-2006. Asking $200. Can send pics. Seats are in Central Florida.
I am in South East Tennessee and have two tan leather Captain chairs that I would trade even for a bench in similar condition. We have a growing family and need the extra spot in the middle. One owner vehicle. The driver side rear seat has only been used a few times. The passenger side has only had a car seat installed since new. Perfect condition 100%. I would rather have the captains seats, but the wife wants a bench. If it makes her happy, it makes me happy.
I have a 2007 Tahoe with Black leather bench and am interested in getting captains chairs. Willing to do an even swap ... we would just need to ship the chairs...figure the cost of that would be worth the trade...? Anyways... email is scottv@verathon.com if interested. Thanks. We can measure to make sure the swao works ...plus pics...
My wife owns an '01 Suburban that has a 2nd row bench. She wants captain chairs since we have 4 kids and 2 of them are in car seats. The seat is in good condition. I work in Nashville on a weekly basis. If you still have the seats, please email me at paulyoung10@yahoo.com. Thanks, Paul
I have a 2004 suburban with 2nd row 60/40 bench - medium gray leather - mint condition. I am looking to trade for captains chairs? Can this be done? I live in central nj - email if interested wes27915@gmail.com
I have a 60/40 tan bench in a 2003 tahoe and would like to change to captains chairs. I previously purchased suburban captains chairs and the seat mounts don't work. A tahoe has a couple of inch difference from the front of the chair to the rear bracket as the floor has to make room for the differential that the suburban doesn't since its wheelbase is longer. I live in Iowa but will pay for freight shipping if necessary. Thanks
I have a 07 Chevy Tahoe with 2nd row power release captains chairs in beige leather. Seats are in very good condition. I am looking to swap for 2nd row bench. Please contact me if interested in swapping. I live in Tampa Fl. bmerlino@gmail.com
Yes. Not sure which one of us you are replying too....but I have a black tahoe split bench seat (leather) that I am looking to swap for 2 Black Leather Captains chairs... scottv@verathon.com
Hi yes I am still interested. I am in Mason City Iowa, which is 1/2 way between Des Moines IA and Minneapolis MN. Are your captain chairs tan in color and in good shape?
i am new to this site, so bear with me...i am responding to your ad that you have grey buckets (second row) for sale can you send pics to my e-mail address? i have a bench that i want to swap for buckets. is your yukon the short wheel base correct? i have a tahoe and need the ones for the shorter wheelbase.
i have an 02 z71 that has the second row bench (40/60), it is the light grey/pewter color leather. if you still have the captains chairs, e-mail me and we can work out a deal.
I have a 2004 suburban Z71 with tan captain chairs and would like to swap for your bench seat. I live in Phoenix and can also ship. If interested please let me know and I can send pics.
I have a 2004 Suburban with the Leather Light Tan Bucket Seats that I would like to swap for the Bench Seat. I am located in the Savannah GA Area. If anyone is interested, please contact me.
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This is to update and correct my earlier post(s).
We have been looking into swapping or buying locally. According to a knowledgeable man my husband spoke with today (the guy deals in these type of seat swaps) -- it is NOT possible to swap captains chairs for bench seat without drilling holes in the floor. The bolt patterns are different. Sounds like it won't work even within the same model year, not unless you don't mind a few extra holes in your floor.
Tahoe-to-Suburban seat swap does not work. Mounting in floor is totally different.
I would believe that swap between two Tahoes would work though. I have a light tan bench seat in very good condition.
I am in Baton Rouge, LA. How far is Pensacola for you to drive to? It is about 5 hours for me.
Arrie
Any help would be great.
Thanks
Seats
Front Seat Adjuster Motor
Removal & Installation
To Remove:
NOTE: The seat adjuster motors can not be replaced separately. If a motor is defective, the seat adjuster will have to be replaced as an assembly.
Remove the front seat.
Remove the seat side trim panel.
Remove the seat cushion frame from the seat adjuster.
Remove the inboard mounting nut and remove the seat belt buckle from the seat track.
Disconnect the seat belt electrical connector
Remove the seat back frame from the seat adjuster.
Remove the seat back hinge/recliner mechanism.
Remove the seat adjuster track cover.
If equipped, remove the memory module,
Remove the seat adjuster from the vehicle.
Disconnect and replace the motors as needed.
To Install:
Position the memory module to the seat. Install the mounting screws. Tighten to 26 lb in (3 Nm).
Position the inboard seat belt buckle to the seat track. Install the mounting nut. Tighten to 39 ft lb (53 Nm).
Connect the seat belt buckle electrical connector.
Install the seat adjuster track cover.
Install the seat back hinge/recliner assembly.
Install the seat back frame to the seat adjuster.
Install the seat cushion frame to the seat adjuster.
Install the seat side trim panel.
Install the seat.
Calibrate the seat if equipped with memory seats.
Now, I'm not a mechanic, but if you could somehow get in there, maybe you could figure out how to replace just one of the motors. That's assuming it's really a motor that's the issue and not a broken wire or circuit board trace or the module or one of the switches. There's also a 30A seat circuit breaker, but I don't think you'd have any of the functions if that was blown.
Are you still interested in doing the swap?
I have tan leather bench in excellent condition. Almost like new. Are your captain's in good condition?
I'm in Baton Rouge, LA but have had my '04 Tahoe in Columbus for a couple of times so it can happen if you are interested in swapping them out.
Arrie
Thanks,
Ben
Don't waste your time under this topic. I have offered to drive to three different persons who claimed that would want to swap out captain chairs for a bench. I have a tan leather bench in almost "as new" condition.
I have offered to drive to Oklahoma, Ohio and Florida from Baton Rouge, LA and every time it would be the time to realize the swap suddenly these people stop replying. A bunch of idiots who dream about it to a point to write under this topic but it is only a dream...
Arrie
I bought a 60/40 Grey leather bench on EBAY ($81, deal of the year). I had to pick them up (5 hour drive), but it was well worth it
I'm happy to report that this is an easy swap, 8 bolts total!
The bench is very heavy, and I installed them through the rear hatch
You will definately need 2 people minimium to move this around
I only have one complaint and word of warning,
Although the leather matches the seats perfectly (I beleive it was out of a 2004 Tahoe) the carpet like fabric on the back of the seat is black compared to my trucks grey. It didn't stop me, but it probably will keep me from selling my grey buckets since I would probably like to restore my truck to the stock setup when I get rid of it
I did not realize the the middle seat only has a lap belt. I have 3 kids, and right now, the infant car seat is going in the middle, which is not easy to get in and out I do not know if I will feel comfortable with one of my older children sitting with only a lap belt
How does everyone else do it? Did the middle seats ever come with shoulder belts?
Do the new ones come with shoulder belts?
Thanks
Rich
My wife owns an '01 Suburban that has a 2nd row bench. She wants captain chairs since we have 4 kids and 2 of them are in car seats. The seat is in good condition. I work in Nashville on a weekly basis. If you still have the seats, please email me at paulyoung10@yahoo.com. Thanks, Paul
bmerlino@gmail.com
thanks!
Steve
Steve
i have a bench that i want to swap for buckets.
is your yukon the short wheel base correct? i have a tahoe and need the ones for the shorter wheelbase.
thanks
richard
linconcontinental2008@gmail.com
thanks
richard
linconcontinental2008@gmail.com
please e-mail; linconcontinental2008@gmail.com
thanks
richard
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