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Marathon seat covers.... SUCK!

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 2DaMtns, Jun 5, 2016.

  1. Aug 29, 2016 at 9:37 PM
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    Cadmus

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    Has it been a little more time? Pics?
     
  2. Aug 29, 2016 at 9:45 PM
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    Also...
    I have been eyeballing these so if you two could post photos that would help a great deal.
    Many Thanks,
    Pete

    ....especially the back seats and the back of the front seats, and odd corners and seams. I like details.
     
  3. Sep 1, 2016 at 1:18 PM
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    They've seen some use. They fit less shittily, but the fit still isn't great, especially for as hard as you have to work to get them on. It's easier (especially in the summer heat) to just take the front seats out and do it in the house. I'll continue to use these, and they'll save my seats some wear and tear, but I doubt I ever buy this brand again.
     
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    Thanks for the follow up.
     
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    No doubt i loved my cars with leather. And i tossed around the idea for the taco for a long time. Only $200-300 more with the group buys here. But leather gets puncture and scratch damage easy. Mine water stained easy. It didn't last long. I need something I can not take off and toss it in the washer after I track mud or grease or toxic waste (I am an environmental toxicologist) or water into the vehicle. I wish I could do leather for the feel.... but really, i am not trying to impress women anymore. It just isn't logical.
     
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    I ain't trying to impress women, either. Been with my wife for over 28 years.
     
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    Yea this is bullshit because I’ve had my marathon seat covers since 2014 and they fit perfectly without any loose ends, my friend you ordered the wrong size, my seat covers are still as tight and still look new like they did when I put them on

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  9. Oct 25, 2017 at 10:49 AM
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    Me and Marathon would be having words!
     
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  10. Oct 25, 2017 at 10:51 AM
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    I bought a set from Marathon 7 years ago. They are realtree camo and were tight to fit initially but they have held up great. I will buy from them again.
     
  11. Oct 20, 2020 at 12:12 PM
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    Just spent 3 plus hours installing Marathon Cordura nylon seat covers on the front seats of my 2020 Taco TRD Offroad. Pics would look similar to earlier poster. The covers just don't fit well. Passenger seat is passable but the power driver seat just way too baggy. This after 3 plus hours installing and not my first install of a set of seat covers. Most seat covers use S-hooks attached to elastic straps to provide attachment and tension. Marathon uses Velcro straps. I think a better fit could be had if I take my truck to an upholstery shop but I shouldn't have to do that! I like the looks of the Kryptek Raid Cordura and the material is strong. I'm not sure Marathon has the 2020 Taco power driver's seat fitment right. I also have to say, it's damn hard to install these covers on a Taco. I called the company and the lady did say it could take several hours to get a proper fitting install. That's just not acceptable. She also said install on a Taco was one of the hardest. Can't recommend Marathons for install on a Tacoma.
     
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    I know this is an old thread but …….
    Got my cordura covers yesterday from Marathon. Not great . What’s with all the Velcro shit ? What a pain in the ass install and they do not fit great either . For $300 they should at least fit better . The elastic straps with S-hooks would have been better than Velcro .

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