I have a 1998 xk8 convertible. Previous owner removed rear seat and seat belts etc. I have replacements on the way and hope someone can give me some instruction on how to re-install the seat and the belts. Thanks. Kevin

 

check out the FAQ section kevin at the top of this XK8-XKR subforum for exploded parts diagrams files that may give you a start on your planning.

 

Also, you could reverse the seat removal instructions on this site. Pretty straightforward. Jag Audio Upgrade You might also want to search the forum for the hydraulic hose replacement for convertibles. The seat removal pix are also there, as I recall.

 

The rear seat and belts arrived today and have been installed. The previous owner removed the rear seat and belts. I thought what was in the place of the rear seat was just the factory finish without the seat. As it turns out the previous owner had built an enclosure system for the upper and lower seats from plywood and matching carpet, that could pass for factory work. When I took it apart I was impressed. You would of thought it was a two-seater.

 

What color is it ?? I might like to buy it from you if you were able to remove it and not damage it too badly.

The back seat is nearly useless anyway and I might be able to relocate the drivers seat further back for more legroom.

 

It is black. No damage whatsoever. When I bought the car I simply thought it was a two seater. It was only after a little research that I learned there were no two seaters. The enclosure is two pieces. One covers where the upper seat is (held in by two screws through the brachet where the upper seat clips in). The bottom is a three sided box cut to fit exactly around all the curves (held in by two screws into the factory clip that holds the bottom seat in place). It's all covered in black to match (very closely) the floor carpet. Easy in and easy out and very impressive for home made. I need the back seat and belts. I have youngish children that can fit back there with no problem. Safer than sitting on the enclosure with no seat belts. Kevin

 

I smell a subwoofer install coming in Tulsa!

 

If I go that route, I definitely know where to look for info and who to ask questions!!

First project is to move drivers seat back and maybe lower??

Second is to hook up iPhone & mp3 player.

Third will be obdII hookup for phone to look at REAL gauges.

Then I'll be looking at the sound system!!!

I'll be leaning on you all a lot!!


Also starting MAJOR resto-rod project on 33 Buick, so will be spread thin a bit...