Can Seats Be Removed with Hardtop On?
#1
Can Seats Be Removed with Hardtop On?
I have my hardtop pretty much permanently mounted with Izzy-type brackets, so taking off the hardtop is inconvenient, and something I would like to avoid if possible...
That said, I have been thinking about installing Clazzio seat covers, and it is my understanding that it is best to remove the seats to install the covers...
Is there enough room/clearance in the car with the OEM hardtop installed to get the seats out of the car?
That said, I have been thinking about installing Clazzio seat covers, and it is my understanding that it is best to remove the seats to install the covers...
Is there enough room/clearance in the car with the OEM hardtop installed to get the seats out of the car?
#3
Is it just 4 bolts (one on each corner), and yank it out? Are there any wiring harnesses to worry about?
How tight a fit is it with the hardtop on? Does it come out easily (even though it's a tight fit)? Or is there a lot of rubbing and compressing of the seat and bolster cushions to get the seat out of the vehicle?
How tight a fit is it with the hardtop on? Does it come out easily (even though it's a tight fit)? Or is there a lot of rubbing and compressing of the seat and bolster cushions to get the seat out of the vehicle?
#5
You can get the Clazzio's on tighter with the seats out of the car, you can do it with them in the car but I think it is a better installation with them out of the car. Be careful with the seat rails, they are sharp and will scratch things up if they hit any part of the vehicle.
I like pulling them out with the hardtop off, easier to lift up from above. Lift them up a bit, and then turn them and go through the door openings. Maybe cover the rails with some towels for added protection.
I like pulling them out with the hardtop off, easier to lift up from above. Lift them up a bit, and then turn them and go through the door openings. Maybe cover the rails with some towels for added protection.
#6
I have my hardtop pretty much permanently mounted with Izzy-type brackets, so taking off the hardtop is inconvenient, and something I would like to avoid if possible...
That said, I have been thinking about installing Clazzio seat covers, and it is my understanding that it is best to remove the seats to install the covers...
Is there enough room/clearance in the car with the OEM hardtop installed to get the seats out of the car?
That said, I have been thinking about installing Clazzio seat covers, and it is my understanding that it is best to remove the seats to install the covers...
Is there enough room/clearance in the car with the OEM hardtop installed to get the seats out of the car?
Depending on year, there may be a sensor under the seat to unplug. It's easy. That said, removing the seats with the hard top on is doable, but will be a major PIA. You risk banging up your interior and paint as you try to wrestle them in and out.
Trying to put brand new Clazzios on w/o removing your seats however would be an even bigger PIA. Once the covers are broken in, they can be removed and put back on easily w/o removing the seats. Good luck!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post