Ordered a new foam cushion assy for drivers seat

[babbage]

My drivers seat is pretty flattened compared to passenger.

Ordered a new real Marauder cushion/pad from Ford Dealer - $160 :eek:

Going to use a bit of the old one to bolster the sides (stiffer) a bit more to make sides higher. So I'll stay in the seat better...

I'll post pics when I get it. I gave them the last 8 of my vin so they know exactly when my MM was made (he said 6-21-02) there are several versions of the seat pad/cushion. Just an FYI if anyone else wants to get one.

These will be discontinued soon.

[thathotrodlincn]

Does the pad come with the cover? What part number did you order?

[babbage]

Does the pad come with the cover? What part number did you order?


Don't know what part number is - correct part # will vary based on MFG date. You'll need to give them your VIN to make sure.

Does not come with the top part (leather) That's another $200 as I understand it.

[Got_1]

Good luck getting the seat cover back on with additional foam in there. (not trying to sound like an *******) I replace seat cushions and covers all the time at work and they can be a big PITA to say the least.

[babbage]

Good luck getting the seat cover back on with additional foam in there. (not trying to sound like an *******) I replace seat cushions and covers all the time at work and they can be a big PITA to say the least.


I wanted to add just a little bit additional for the outer bolster support.
Any tips you can post on doing this would be appreciated - you work at a FLM dealer right?

:beer:

[Got_1]

I wanted to add just a little bit additional for the outer bolster support.
Any tips you can post on doing this would be appreciated - you work at a FLM dealer right?

:beer:

yes i work for a Ford dealer. Installing new cushions isn't as bad as the covers. at least the leather cover will be worn so stretching it over the cushion will be easier. nothing worse than a brand new, stiff leather seat cover. As far as tips or tricks, there really aren't any unfortunately.


EDIT*
just checked ford labour times. it pays 1.3hrs so allow yourself roughly 2 hours to complete.

[fastblackmerc]

Might be cheaper to go to a local upholstery shop, no?

[ImpalaSlayer]

Might be cheaper to go to a local upholstery shop, no?

one day, id like to find a good shop to completely redo my seats. new covers with out the fireman and stiffer bolsters to hold my ass in place

[fastblackmerc]

one day, id like to find a good shop to completely redo my seats. new covers with out the fireman and stiffer bolsters to hold my ass in place

I'm looking for a place in the Raleigh, N.C. area.

[babbage]

yes i work for a Ford dealer. Installing new cushions isn't as bad as the covers. at least the leather cover will be worn so stretching it over the cushion will be easier. nothing worse than a brand new, stiff leather seat cover. As far as tips or tricks, there really aren't any unfortunately.


EDIT*
just checked ford labour times. it pays 1.3hrs so allow yourself roughly 2 hours to complete.

In a nutshell - how is it done -- could you explain a high level order process - e.g the steps you'd take?


Might be cheaper to go to a local upholstery shop, no?

Perhaps, but I want the exact foam mold that's a factory Marauder seat.


one day, id like to find a good shop to completely redo my seats. new covers with out the fireman and stiffer bolsters to hold my ass in place

Thats the bit that I want to stiffen with an extra inch of material..


I'm looking for a place in the Raleigh, N.C. area.
I'll post pics when I get the drivers new seat cushion next week

[fastblackmerc]

Perhaps, but I want the exact foam mold that's a factory Marauder seat.


But you said "Going to use a bit of the old one to bolster the sides (stiffer) a bit more to make sides higher. So I'll stay in the seat better..."

So it's not going to be exact now is it?

[babbage]

ha! well most of it is. I want a totally factory fresh new seat. Then I use a sliver of material from the old side bolsters to make it more better-er.

Get me?! :)

[Got_1]

copied from workshop manual

Front Seat Cushion
All seats
Position the front seat to access the fasteners.
Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion of Section 501-20B (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/renderers/reload_frames.asp?leftside=/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/24/S3AS1KBL.HTM&rightside=/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/25/S3AS1KBR.HTM&contenttype=WORKSHOP&workunit=S3A&market=US&language=EN&viewer=IE).
Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Front Seat (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A004.HTM) in this section.
All seats
Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer toFront Seat (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A004.HTM) in this section.
Remove the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Front Seat Backrest (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A006.HTM) in this section.
Remove the seat track. For additional information, refer to Seat Track (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A013.HTM) in this section.
All seats
Release the retainers.
Release the J-clips.
Remove the pin-type retainer.
Heated seats
Disconnect the cushion heated seat element electrical connector.
Disconnect the heated seat module electrical connector.
Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the heated seat module bracket and release the locking tab. Remove the heated seat module.
Marauder seats
Disconnect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
All seats
Remove the frame.
Remove the seat trim cover from the cushion foam.
Remove the flexolator from the frame.
Heated seats
Remove the cushion heated seat element, if necessary.
Assembly
Heated seats
Install the cushion heated seat element, if necessary.
All seats
Install the flexolator to the frame.
Install the seat trim cover to the cushion foam.
Install the frame.
Marauder seats
Connect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
Heated seats
Slide the heated seat module on the bracket until fully seated into the bracket.
Connect the heated seat module electrical connector.
Connect the cushion heated seat element electrical connector.
All seats
Fasten the retainers.
Install the pin-type retainer.
Fasten the J-clip.
All seats
Install the seat track. For additional information, refer to Seat Track (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A013.HTM) in this section.
Install the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Front Seat Backrest (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A006.HTM) in this section.
Install the seat. For additional information, refer toFront Seat (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/19/S3A1A004.HTM) in this section.
Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion of Section 501-20B (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/renderers/reload_frames.asp?leftside=/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/24/S3AS1KBL.HTM&rightside=/pubs/content/~WS3A/~MUS~LEN/25/S3AS1KBR.HTM&contenttype=WORKSHOP&workunit=S3A&market=US&language=EN&viewer=IE).

[babbage]

^^ Thanks much for posting the howto. Having read it verbatim I may want to have my local dealer do this install. Are these typically ford body shop personnel that would swap the cushion or would it be a general automotive tech. Just want to make sure if I do have dealer install that they have someone whose done it more than once..

[Spectragod]

^^ Thanks much for posting the howto. Having read it verbatim I may want to have my local dealer do this install. Are these typically ford body shop personnel that would swap the cushion or would it be a general automotive tech. Just want to make sure if I do have dealer install that they have someone whose done it more than once..

Or more importantly, if they screw it up, then the repair is on them.

[Red91LX]

^^ Thanks much for posting the howto. Having read it verbatim I may want to have my local dealer do this install. Are these typically ford body shop personnel that would swap the cushion or would it be a general automotive tech. Just want to make sure if I do have dealer install that they have someone whose done it more than once..

Depending on your dealer, there is probably an outside subcontractor who does their special interior work. The L-M dealer in my area used a guy who would come in once a week to handle interior upholstery jobs. Sometimes seats have to be sent out for more involved restorations...They also used another outside guy who specialized in water leaks, and yet another for performing paintless dent repair.

[Got_1]

at our shop it goes to a qualified tech. you won't find the oil change guy doing upholstery work

[Ms. Denmark]

Thanks for all this info. Mine needs a redo..... and since Mr. Man now has his own Marauder to flatten seat cushions in.... he will be :banned:from driving mine! LOL!:D (except to take it for oil changes, new tires, any other type of maintenence etc etc.....);)