KATZKIN Leather Seat Group Buy

dang that pearl stitching looks clean as fcuk.

 

Yah I like it a lot and the matching center console cover is on the way!

 

Looks sharp! I like the contrast stiching!

 

Hey all, would any of you guys be interested in a center console cover from Redline Goods that is a match for Katzkin dark graphite? Only drawback is that it would be made of vinyl (same material as the door armrests) rather than nice leather.

I have a yard of dark graphite vinyl that I am sending to Redline for them to make me a console cover, and I have enough material for them to make two. They will probably be around $50 shipped each. Drop me a PM if interested!

 

Just got my center console cover in from Redline goods and I have to say it really ties every thing together

 

I just got the big box in the mail. Says Katzkin all over it. Anyone know what it is?

Anyways, BIG thank you to John for putting up with my fussiness. Kudos to you buddy.

Also a big thank you to Andrew for setting this up.

I'll get them installed in the coming weekends, then it'll be PICTURE TIME!

 

Hey folks, I have a few kits available at discounted pricing. See below for applications and specifics. Remember that these kits cannot be altered. Thanks for looking...... John

Roadwire 2005-2008 Tacoma Doublecab w/base seats and no ABags. Light grey wrap w/graphite perf body, TRD Sport emb. and light grey armrests. (pictured) $550

Pecca 2005-2008 Tacoma Doublecab w/Sport seats and no ABags in FAWN color. $300

Katzkin 05-08 Tacoma Doublecab w/Base seats in Charcoal $475

Katzkin 05-08 Access cab in Carbon (pictured) $325

Katzkin 05-06 TUNDRA Access in Dk. Graphite $275

Katzkin 2007 JEEP 4 door in Clay $400

Remember I can get just about anything so dont hesitate to ask. John

 

Bump for awesomeness!

I just finished installing the leather on my rears. Will move on to the fronts soon.

 

Hey Ryan,
Hope to see pics on your finished project!! The color combo you chose was bad asssss. Can't wait Bud and thanks. John

 

Ok, so I've reached a couple of dead ends on installing my front seat leather.

The first, is the front "active" headrests. I absolutely can't figure out how to remove the plastic holder for the headrests. When I try to wiggle my in there to press down on the plastic tabs (just like the rear seats), there is a white plastic sleeve (part of the "active" system) preventing this.

The second, is thaqt the cloth for the front headrests is glued together, instead of just clipped together. I'd rather not rip apart half of the foam just to get the cloth off.

Suggestions?

 

For the headrest holder, try to ge at them from the bottom & squeeze the clips to release them... pic's in the DIY thread:
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/technical-chat/89333-diy-leather-interior.html
For the headrests... Instal the leather over the cloth for the ones that are glued on...

 

I've tried to get at the holder from the bottom. It's all sleeved in with metal and plastic.

 

Any way to take pics of what you are talking about and post them here?

 

Can the cloth be cut off carefully with sharp scissors? Otherwise, like Homer said you might be able to get the leather over the cloth. I'd use a thin plastic vegetable bag from the grocery store over each headrest, spray the bags with silicone spray, and use a steamer (you can get a steamer at Target for $24) to heat up the leather headrest covers. Just like in this video:

http://www.youtube.com/embed/6LNyhLEqO2g

 

To whomever bought this set, I'd love to see pix of the installed product!

 

Ok, so I FINALLY got it figured out.

After 3 hours of fighting with trying to fit my fingers/tools in between all of the metal and plastic crap involved with the "active" system, I eventually just unscrewed the 4 bolts holding it all together, and pulling the entire upper assembly out, pulling out the plastic headrest tubes, then reinstalling the headrest assembly, covering with leather, and putting back the plastic tubes properly.

More of a PITA than any part of this install so far. And I still have the driver's seat to do next.

As for the headrest covers themselves, I just covered over the stock cloth. To tired and pissed off to care at this point.

 

Sorry Ryan for the delay...
Anyone going forward please don't hestitate to call and leave a message if neccesary. My phone is (520) 891-8947. I do work FTime for an employer who frowns upon cell phone use but will return your call ASAP. My time off is your time so feel free, I love to chat and appreciate your business and interest.
Sincerly,
John Huey

 

PM on the access cab ones in Carbon.

Thanks

 

not my pic, but my exact seat! hopefully ill install them this week... pics to follow!

 

WHEW! Finally got the leather installed on the seats. Just need to work up the courage and time to do the door panels.

It was a long struggle, and I can guarantee that I will NEVER be installing leather myself again! I even spilled blood over this damn thing!

Anyways, on to the pics.