Anyone had a problem with driver seat fabric?

[TXH3T]

Maybe I'm just too fat or something but I've got a tear from the fabric just plain wearing out on my driver seat. Now it's probably because I don't have running boards to step up and then sit down but lets be honest those aren't about to go onmy truck. So far I was quoted 500 to repair the current fabric or 1000 to redo both front seats. Does ANYONE know some one to do it cheaper? If not I'm going to start saving and try to drop in leather reclining corbeaus. Sadly it's almost the same price :bc3:

 

[Hans3T]

I'd save your dough and get some Katzkins...or keep your eye on Fleabay for some OEM leather covers. Then have a auto upholstery place slip 'em on and you'll be all set.


(But between you, me, and the trees......a big bottom does seem to be incompatible with the H3 seats in general.) :wink:

 

[tfm-Neil]

It doesn’t really surprise me that the fabric covers don't hold up well, the OEM leather doesn't wear very well either.
Part of the problem seems to be the quality of the foam GM used in the seats, and the lack of a handle on the A-pillar for easing the climb in.

I agree with Hans, watch ebay and you should be able to pick up a cover cheap, there’s actually a complete set of OEM covers on ebay right now for only $300.

It's really not that difficult to replace the covers yourself if you pay attention to what you're doing and take your time. If you're not comfortable replacing the cover yourself it shouldn't cost you much to have a shop remove the old cover and install the replacement

 

[08H3]

... the OEM leather doesn't wear very well either. ...

I would disagree with that. The leather seats have been extremely durable.

 

[M22KLARS]

Actually, I have a full set (front and back & possibly center council) of the two tone black/dark grey cloth interior that I don't need........

Let me know if your interested otherwise I'm gonna put them up for sale here this weekend.

They look like this: (Found this pic on ebay while researching prices)

 

[cbetts]

Yep, wore a hole in mine from climbing in and out. I think my belt loops kept kitting.


Fixed with Cover King seat covers.

 

[3Hummers]

The leather on our Alpha seems to be wearing more than I think it should. I am too big to slide in without rubbing on the side of the seat. Even when I put the seat all the way back and down and raise the wheel as much as possible it is a tight fit and I am nowhere near as large as some people that drive them.

 

[M22KLARS]

Mine ripped on the bolster for the seat itself. Not the back.

 

[TXH3T]

Sorry for the long time till reply I had a weekend away with the girlfriend so no forum. I was disappointed In it wearing so fast especially with how durable everything else has been. I'll look for some seat covers online. M22 thanks for the pm! I'll let you know
tonignt after I decide if I wanna wait for leather or not.

 

[alrock]

My leather has held up well in that there are no rips or holes. But I had some loss of the finish on the upright bolster early on (and dealer wouldn't cover under warranty) and I'm getting a new wear spot at the front of the seat. Overall I think it has held up well for 5+ years

 

[TXH3T]

Boarding a flight so I'll be off awhile but anyone heard of any of these guys before?
http://www.shopsar.com/Hummer-H3-Custom-Leather-Interior-p/katzkin-humh3.htm
http://www.ebay.com/itm/06-07-08-Hu...-Custom-Interior-Upholstery-NEW-/261090925309

Aftermarket companies concern me sometimes

 

[SC_Hummer_Guy]

Boarding a flight so I'll be off awhile but anyone heard of any of these guys before?
http://www.shopsar.com/Hummer-H3-Custom-Leather-Interior-p/katzkin-humh3.htm
http://www.ebay.com/itm/06-07-08-Hu...-Custom-Interior-Upholstery-NEW-/261090925309

Aftermarket companies concern me sometimes

I've heard time and time again that Katzkin are great. I plan on going through them when I get my black and blue ones made.

 

[TXH3T]

I'm not sure if that first company is actually katskinz or not. Katskinz site does NOT list the h3 or even any hummer as having an available interior. Yet on that first site they list it being a katskinz product? If it is legitimate I may order one if not then I'll keep looking

 

[TXH3T]

I'm not sure if that first company is actually katskinz or not. Katskinz site does NOT list the h3 or even any hummer as having an available interior. Yet on that first site they list it being a katskinz product? If it is legitimate I may order one if not then I'll keep looking

 

[06 H3]

I think oem leather is durable. For 7 years (early 06) they have held up extremely well. When the time comes its katzskin with black and red for me

 

[M22KLARS]

Sorry for the long time till reply I had a weekend away with the girlfriend so no forum. I was disappointed In it wearing so fast especially with how durable everything else has been. I'll look for some seat covers online. M22 thanks for the pm! I'll let you know
tonignt after I decide if I wanna wait for leather or not.

No problem. Let me know if you're interested otherwise I'll post them up for others.

 

[Green 1]

I had the same type of problem in my H3. It was leather so it did not tear but it did wear. I just figured it was just me and did not worry about it too much.

 

[TXH3T]

So I was sold on the leather covers and then realized that they are made for the h3 and not the T. :gaah:So I guess back to the drawing board.

 

[Pappibri]

I have to go with tfm-Neil on this one.. The OEM leather is not holding up well on my drivers seat either.. and I dont have a fat rear...:giggle: Sucks too because its not going to be cheap to fix, and the warranty dont cover normal wear and tear...:gaah:

 

[TXH3T]

Ya it's really too bad it wears so bad