SVX - Options for Seat Cover

[Drover]

Hey All,

Chasing water proof seat cover for my SVX, not so easy.

Not having any luck, LR list the part numbers on their web site but when I tried to order them I was told that they are not available in Australia.

I found some on Ebay but not sure of fit and quality -

eBay Australia: Buy new & used fashion, electronics & home d (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/120766095087'ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

Any ideas or experience.

Cheers

[clubagreenie]

Try wetseats they make custom covers from neoprene.

[PAT303]

I got a set from Rimmer Bros for my X-Tech,they look very cheap and nasty but they are holding up very well and fit very well. Pat

[hans]

try MSA seat covers got them in my 2002 defa really good and very durable

[kenleyfred]

Going to be an odd shape seat to try cover

[kenleyfred]

If I put waterproof covers on mine I could channel the water from the sunroof to the carpets quicker.

[Loubrey]

Check with Recaro supliers in the UK and USA.

It will most probably not be Land Rover branded, but waterproof seat covers are big in the UK. We all know by now that it will be cheaper than local as well...

Capital Seating and Vision > Seating, Vision and Accessories for Hardworking Environments (http://www.capitalseating.co.uk/productlist.asp?rid=60&type=a&view=range)

RECARO: Land Rover Defender 60th Anniversary Edition (http://www.recaro.com/us/product-areas/original-equipment/products/land-rover-defender-60th-anniversary-edition/land-rover-defender-60th-anniversary-edition.html#c96009)

[Allan]

I don't think you can get them for the Recaro's. I seem to remember someone on here contacted Recaro direct with no luck. Thay look the goods though Drover.

Allan

[Drover]

This a pic of the original Land rover versions courtesy of "Zagot" from Defender2.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/02/861.jpg

I have got quote of 114GBP of the pair from UK supplier, just waiting on freight charges to be quoted.

Not sure if I will get these or the Ebay version.

If any other SVX owner are interested I can post additional details.

Cheers

[Drover]

Got it this time............:D

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/02/861.jpg

[Allan]

Thanks Drover contact info would be great.

Allan

[Drover]

PM sent

[PAT303]

They look like they are made from the same material mine are made from. Pat

[Allan]

PM sent

Please resend Drover, Its missing.

Allan

[Drover]

Second go.....should go through this time.

[SVX37]

I am also interested Grant.

Nigel

[Drover]

I am also interested Grant.

Nigel

PM sent

[Nera Donna]

Drover, Info would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Craig

[Drover]

Drover, Info would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Craig

PM Sent

[Dockstrada]

Hey Drover I'd be interested in where you bought your seat covers.

[dullbird]

just out of curiosity drover why didnt you just post where they were from rather than 400 PM's I'm assuming your not the owner of the business in which case it is fine for you to share that type of information freely on the forum.

Its no different from someone pointing someone in the right direction for parts or a bullbar

[Drover]

Hey Dock,

I picked up mine from "Famous Four Products"

Famous Four - Independent Land Rover Parts, Accessories, Sales & Servicing Specialist - Land Rover Parts, Land Rover Accessories, Land Rover Vehicle Sales, Servicing & Repair (http://www.famousfour.co.uk)

They are genuine LandRover.

Cost (at the time ) £114 + £ 38.50 freight.

Cheers

[Dockstrada]

Hey Dock,

I picked up mine from "Famous Four Products"

Famous Four - Independent Land Rover Parts, Accessories, Sales & Servicing Specialist - Land Rover Parts, Land Rover Accessories, Land Rover Vehicle Sales, Servicing & Repair (http://www.famousfour.co.uk)

They are genuine LandRover.

Cost (at the time ) £114 + £ 38.50 freight.

Cheers

:BigThumb:

[clubagreenie]

Instead of buying the wetseat covers I have access to a neoprene manufacturing facility. The wetseat covers seem to be just cross stitched and butt glued but not taped (clarification anyone?). I could have them done in a bi-directional stitch to allow stretch, butt glued (heat cured) and taped to fully seal and stop the seams tearing. Might get a set knocked up for the D2.

[Drover]

They sound great, if you won't start making them for SVX' front seats I am sure you will be able to sell them quick smart. I will make an order now :D

Problem is, at the moment is no body, not even Recaro, make any covers to fit them.

So we are left with the plastic rain coat type material that the genuine LR water proof covers are made from.

[Nera Donna]

Instead of buying the wetseat covers I have access to a neoprene manufacturing facility. The wetseat covers seem to be just cross stitched and butt glued but not taped (clarification anyone?). I could have them done in a bi-directional stitch to allow stretch, butt glued (heat cured) and taped to fully seal and stop the seams tearing. Might get a set knocked up for the D2.


Depending on price obviously, but I'd be interested.
SVX Recaros

[Dockstrada]

Instead of buying the wetseat covers I have access to a neoprene manufacturing facility. The wetseat covers seem to be just cross stitched and butt glued but not taped (clarification anyone?). I could have them done in a bi-directional stitch to allow stretch, butt glued (heat cured) and taped to fully seal and stop the seams tearing. Might get a set knocked up for the D2.

I'd be keen on a set for sure.

[clubagreenie]

If someone can meet me one day to tee up an hour or so for measuring I can get a quote.

Looking at their gallery, they are even rougher than I expected. No wonder they tear out the seams. They are made in the same way you'd make clothing!

I'll drop in and try to get an estimate based on a D2 (my model) and go from there.

[Dockstrada]

If someone can meet me one day to tee up an hour or so for measuring I can get a quote.

Looking at their gallery, they are even rougher than I expected. No wonder they tear out the seams. They are made in the same way you'd make clothing!

I'll drop in and try to get an estimate based on a D2 (my model) and go from there.

Do you mean to measure the seat or measure the OEM L/R seat covers ?

What part of syd you in ?

[Dockstrada]

If someone can meet me one day to tee up an hour or so for measuring I can get a quote.

Looking at their gallery, they are even rougher than I expected. No wonder they tear out the seams. They are made in the same way you'd make clothing!

I'll drop in and try to get an estimate based on a D2 (my model) and go from there.

Do you mean measure the SVX seats or the OEM L/R SVX seat covers ?

What part of syd are you in ?

[clubagreenie]

The original seats would be best as I could make a master pattern to manufacture later from. I'd make in two parts, the base and back, have a zip up the back of the seat back, a flap at the hinge (either velcro or another zip) and another velcro/zip system underneath to keep the base on.

But if the genuine covers are a good enough fit I could work from those but the end result would be a fit as per theirs. So any bagging/tension would be replicated.

I'm in Seven Hills, and available all day during the week. I can organise some time with the machinists to inspect & measure in advance and meet there. He's been making my wetsuits for over ten years and apart from working suits (I'm a commercial diver) which can be trashed in a day or two I still use the first ever suit he made me (apart from being a bit snug these days). Choice of colors, red, orange, blues, silver, white, black, pink, purple, greens and black, matching or contrasting threads.

[Jacko44]

Just got a pair for my svx off ebay UK, fit perfect, water proof, fire proof and cheap as chips, designed for svx seats!

[Drover]

Just got a pair for my svx off ebay UK, fit perfect, water proof, fire proof and cheap as chips, designed for svx seats!

Pictures ?

Link ?

Please :D

[Jacko44]

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[Jacko44]

Land Rover Defender SVX RHD Front Tailored Waterproof Seat Cover 1+1 MY07+ BLACK

[Drover]

They are just knock off's of the genuine Land Rover versions. They are alright but you need another cover over the top as they just plastic raincoat type material.

Clubagreenie keep moving forward with yours they sound great.;)

[Dockstrada]

They are just knock off's of the genuine Land Rover versions. They are alright but you need another cover over the top as they just plastic raincoat type material.

Clubagreenie keep moving forward with yours they sound great.;)

I concur :cool:

[Jacko44]

Ur right There nothing special, but not bad value , i would be interested in seeing the others you guys are working on they sound v neat