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Old 09-10-2019, 11:31 AM   #1
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I am having a problem reinstalling the rear seat in my 48 coupe. The upper part went in just fine but the bottom part just want install. I have tried different angles and then pushing back, no dice. The seats were out of car for over a year, could they loose shape at the rear portion of the bench, that seems to be where most of the resistance is pushing in, any suggestions ?
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Old 09-10-2019, 01:33 PM   #2
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Check this link on the early Ford V8 site.
https://www.earlyfordv8.org/forum/vi...18&Topic=13197
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Old 09-10-2019, 08:36 PM   #3
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I don't how similar the seats are, but in my convertible I have to push real hard back and down at the same time on the frame at the bottom to get it down.
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Old 09-10-2019, 09:54 PM   #4
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there is a sheet metal clip attached to the floor. coat the angled part with grease and push back and down HARD.
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Old 09-11-2019, 06:05 AM   #5
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I have to push the one in my ‘50 REALLY HARD at the bottom right where the clip on the floor is. It can be a bitch to re-install mine.....Mark
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Old 09-11-2019, 08:53 AM   #6
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there is a sheet metal clip attached to the floor. coat the angled part with grease and push back and down HARD.
I'd be reluctant to coat anything with grease that's near the upholstery.
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