Bench seat

[Performance nut]

I always wanted a hot rod that I could take my kids cruising in. The '33 has my eye since it is the style I really like with a level of performance that I would enjoy. I know a bench seating arrangement isn't an option with FFR but I was wondering if it could be done. Anyone have any input on this? I appreciate any feedback.

[Olli]

Yes, it can be done. Here is a picture of mine.

Olli


http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d101/ollijo/HRandlokarshiftdisplay022.jpg

[68GT500MAN]

Olli, what seat did you use?
Doug

[Olli]

Seat frame came from Wiseguys. It is a 33-34 Ford bench modified to fit the FFR.

Olli

[68GT500MAN]

Thanks, I have been looking at theirs.
Doug

[DoctorL]

Seat frame came from Wiseguys. It is a 33-34 Ford bench modified to fit the FFR.

Olli
Olli, I'm still in the research and learning stages -- plan to visit FF5 next month. What mods were made to the Wise Guys seat? Did you order a frame and foam separately? Did Wise Guys do the work, you, or an interior specialist? BTW I LOVE what you did, esp. with the waterfall! Cool!:cool:

[Olli]

I originally ordered the seat covered. What an expensive mistake. Wiseguys really used way too much foam and it made the seat bottom too high. So that need to be re-done. The seat frame was modified from the standard 33-34 Ford due to the FFR HR's drive shaft location. The FFR HR's frame needed to be modified as well to allow for the bench seat. There was also extensive fiberglass work done to the body. I staightened the waterfall and bonded it to the body. I also eliminated the waterfall's seams and screws that would be visible in the door jam area.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d101/ollijo/HRwithhoodfenders025.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d101/ollijo/HRbodyinstall011.jpg

Olli

[Robert Andrew]

Great job Olli! I think I'll go with a bench seat also. Every now and then my wife of 45 years acts like she likes me, and sits next to me.:o