Stupid Question

Floyd Gomez · 03-29-2010, 04:57 PM

I have been out of stock for quite some time. Is it legal to run an aftermarket seat or seats from another body style in stock. We are replacing the car that was stolen and it looks like we may end up with a bench seat that we don't want.

Robert Swartz · 03-29-2010, 05:40 PM

Floyd,

This is from the IHRA rulebook: Stock class

UPHOLSTERY: Must have full factory-type upholstery, including front and rear seats when
so equipped from factory, and factory-type floormats in place. No interior gutting permitted.
It is recommended that driver’s seat tracks be bolted down. Rear seat may be removed
when roll bar or cage is installed. Area must be carpeted. Sun visors optional. Class W may
remove rear seat, provided the area is covered with carpet or approved material.

My understanding on this, you can use just about any factory seats. Racing seats are not allowed. Now, in saying that, I've heard there are cars running in stock that DO have racing seats? I guess it just depends on where you run and how they handle tech.

Mark Yacavone · 03-29-2010, 06:21 PM

Do a search here. There are many threads on the subject, after which you'll be thoroughly confused.

Floyd Gomez · 03-29-2010, 07:43 PM

Mark, I have done the search and you are correct I am more confused now than ever. I know jegs offers a seat the reclines and has a slider but also has the holes for the harness. Cobra also offers this option and that was what I am looking for. Those seats look stock with the harness option.

greg fulk · 03-29-2010, 08:44 PM

I've seen many cars with incorrect seats BUT they were factory seats (as in O.E.M) just not for that car

Floyd Gomez · 03-29-2010, 08:52 PM

Thanks Greg. Now I can look at all of my options.

Quote:

Originally Posted by greg fulk

I've seen many cars with incorrect seats BUT they were factory seats (as in O.E.M) just not for that car

Ed Fernandez · 03-29-2010, 09:06 PM

Floyd,always remember,there are no stupid questions,only stupid answers................
I think you should put an electric chair in the next car and leave it parked outside.:>)

Floyd Gomez · 03-30-2010, 07:28 AM

About 460 volts should do the trick. Thanks Ed. You always seem to make things better.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed Fernandez

Floyd,always remember,there are no stupid questions,only stupid answers................
I think you should put an electric chair in the next car and leave it parked outside.:>)

Eddies66 · 04-02-2010, 08:47 AM

Would OEM Ford Econo Van seats be suitable?

Floyd Gomez · 04-02-2010, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eddies66

Would OEM Ford Econo Van seats be suitable?

According to NHRA as long as the seats are from the same manufacturer as the car it is acceptable.

03-29-2010, 04:57 PM	#1
Floyd Gomez Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 275 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Stupid Question I have been out of stock for quite some time. Is it legal to run an aftermarket seat or seats from another body style in stock. We are replacing the car that was stolen and it looks like we may end up with a bench seat that we don't want.

03-29-2010, 05:40 PM	#2
Robert Swartz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Nineveh, Indiana Posts: 512 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Stupid Question Floyd, This is from the IHRA rulebook: Stock class UPHOLSTERY: Must have full factory-type upholstery, including front and rear seats when so equipped from factory, and factory-type floormats in place. No interior gutting permitted. It is recommended that driver’s seat tracks be bolted down. Rear seat may be removed when roll bar or cage is installed. Area must be carpeted. Sun visors optional. Class W may remove rear seat, provided the area is covered with carpet or approved material. My understanding on this, you can use just about any factory seats. Racing seats are not allowed. Now, in saying that, I've heard there are cars running in stock that DO have racing seats? I guess it just depends on where you run and how they handle tech. __________________ Robert Swartz - Swartz & Lane 66 Chevy II Pro 95 Achieva EF/SA, 78 Mustang II U/SA (work in progress) #354 stock

03-29-2010, 06:21 PM	#3
Mark Yacavone Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Miles From Nowhere Posts: 7,815 Likes: 2,903 Liked 5,120 Times in 1,951 Posts	Re: Stupid Question Do a search here. There are many threads on the subject, after which you'll be thoroughly confused. __________________ "We are lucky we don't get as much Government as we pay for." Will Rogers

03-29-2010, 07:43 PM	#4
Floyd Gomez Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 275 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Stupid Question Mark, I have done the search and you are correct I am more confused now than ever. I know jegs offers a seat the reclines and has a slider but also has the holes for the harness. Cobra also offers this option and that was what I am looking for. Those seats look stock with the harness option.

03-29-2010, 08:44 PM	#5
greg fulk VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: jackson Posts: 1,165 Likes: 0 Liked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Stupid Question I've seen many cars with incorrect seats BUT they were factory seats (as in O.E.M) just not for that car __________________ Greg Fulk 308 308X P/SA "ALL AMERICAN"

03-29-2010, 09:06 PM	#7
Ed Fernandez Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: NOO JOISEY nexta NOO YAWK Posts: 5,879 Likes: 38 Liked 100 Times in 45 Posts	Re: Stupid Question Floyd,always remember,there are no stupid questions,only stupid answers................ I think you should put an electric chair in the next car and leave it parked outside.:>) __________________ Former NHRA #1945 Former IHRA #1945 T/SA

04-02-2010, 08:47 AM	#9
Eddies66 VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Rancho Mirage, CA Posts: 1,308 Likes: 300 Liked 881 Times in 452 Posts	Re: Stupid Question Would OEM Ford Econo Van seats be suitable?