Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Newport 17/18 front seats
Posted by Eri on 01/23/09 - 8:50 AM
#1
Newport 17/18. Anyone have a source for the original front seats or replaced the original front seats with some other type of seat that works well.
Posted by Jeff on 01/23/09 - 10:21 AM
#2
Halls can make the covers if you have the original wood interior pieces. If you don't contact Mike at Nautical Lumber as he my originals to make templates from.
Edited by Jeff on 01/23/09 - 10:50 AM
Posted by firebrand1 on 01/24/09 - 10:51 AM
#3
Gents--
If you prefer, you could upgrade the whole seat system by following the path I took.
Found the Todd model 200 seats at Boat/US on their website. They are injection molded in white and come with little seat cushions in all white vinyl that is close to the Whaler pattern but not in color or trim beading.
They fit well and are way stronger and much more weather-proof than the OEM seats.
Take a look at the finished vessel below.
Posted by Eri on 01/25/09 - 5:38 PM
#4
Looks nice. I the interest in making use of the limited space i was looking at a bench seat setup that would bolt right in. Would that take too much away from the originality. I have seen a 42 or 48 inch bench which would fit nicely in that space. It even has a notch that would line up with the rail that comes down to the seats.
Posted by Jeff on 01/25/09 - 7:28 PM
#5
I removed my seat backs and installed Montauk Rod Holders and cushions. I like this set up much better from a looks and function stand point.
Posted by Eri on 02/01/09 - 7:26 AM
#6
That looks nice as well. Thanks for the input