does anyone know where i can get a seat bracket for a drivers seat on a 1998 jaguar xjr? it bent and broke from my fat *** getting in and out all the time

 

I have a complete seat that I can take off what you need.

I sent a PM with my email address. Send me a pic and I can pull the exact part you need.

Ken

 

Hi Ken,

Do you happen to still have extra parts for your driver seat? My driver seat has a severed support on the right rear. It is the part that holds the seat up.

Thanks,
Bill

 

Hi--If anyone has an extra bracket I would like to get it. I have a 1998 Vanden Plas and the drivers rear bracket broke in half. Just failed inspection.

Thanks!

 

Yes, I still have both the driver and passenger seats. Take a picture of the part you need and send it to kwolkens at gmail dot com.

Or....feel free to give me a call at two-four-eight 943-5928

Ken Wolkens

 

I also have a pair of seats for parts, you can pm me for more details

 

Hi Ken,

I have the same bracket problem. I have a 98 VDP and it for the drivers seat. Right rear bracket.

Thanks,
Bill

 

Hi- Forgive me, but I don't know what PM means. Does it mean Personal message? If so, I don't know how to reach you. I can be reached at sandlin@***.net.

thanks,
Allison

 

Okay, just got a new (used) track and motor set for the driver seat. I need to swap out the old one for the new one or just replace one of the brackets. The top portion of the bracket looks like it's been bolted on somehow...not a nut and bolt thing. Does anyone have any clues as to how to remove the seat from the track. I think I'll try to replace the entire track instead of taking out parts from the old track. Any help is much appreciated. Thanks.

 

Hi, just PMed you to see if you still have a seat bracket available. Thank you!

 

I just went through this with my 1998 Vanden Plas. If you want to call, maybe I can help. 703-447-9657
Allison

 

Allison, you are awesome! THank you for taking the time to talk to me. Here are the photos of what's broken on mine that I need:

 

I had the same problem. I could not figure out how to replace it for a new one. The top assembly is welded to the seat while the bottom one is screwed on. Do let me know how you get this fixed. Thanks

 

I have a seat bracket if anyone still needs one.

Allison
703-447-9657

 

Hi Allison,

How did you resolve the seat issue? I was able to replace mine but just have a nut and bolt connected to the two brackets. Only problem now is my seat won't tilt all the back because the nut and bolt can't get past the seat housing

Thanks,
Bill

 

Hi Bill- Took some trial and error, but I used a threaded rivet nut like below.

http://www.rivetsinstock.com/rivet47.htm

I called a rivet company and told them I only needed one (they usually sell by the 100's!). They were kind enough to send me a couple for free. I can't remember where I got it, but just google rivet nut and you can find more companies than you need. Just make sure that you measure the diameter of the bracket/seat holes and the length of rivet you need. I couldn't find a rivet nut short enough, but was able to easily cut it off with a hack saw. Just make sure you cut it with a screw in it so you won't warp the rivet.

If the flange is not large enough to prevent the rivet from sliding through the bracket hole, just slip a washer over it. Using a rivet nut allowed the seat to tilt freely without loosening the bracket connection.

I have to say, this was one of the most frustrating things to fix so far on my jag. However, the rivet nut does work well if you have the patience (and another car to drive in the meantime). It was a lot cheaper for me to fix than paying the $1200 quoted by a jag repairmen!!
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Good luck!
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Allison

 

Thank you Allison! I was actually looking into the riveted nut as well. I just was lazy to take measurements. What size nut did you get. I'll definitely see if I can get a sample as well.

 

I don't remember exactly, but it all depends on the hole size that you use to drill out the old rivet. If I had to do it again, I'd find some standard rivet sizes online and then drill out my holes to fit the rivet. I did it backwards and made it a lot harder on myself!

Good luck!