Did this to my 76 ages ago, do not regret it, nice simple mod that anyone can do with a few basic tools. Love the content guys! Keep up the good work!
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matthew! means alot mate! cheers :)
@Nashic12
3 жыл бұрын
If you get second hand falcon seats it's worthwhile checking the 4 studs on each seat base frame as the welds were well known to crack and break off, I replaced lots of seat base frames as a tech 👍 You can just weld the cracks up.
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
good call! thanks Andrew!
@D1NG0
2 жыл бұрын
I used to work in the factory that made those seats. I worked in Quality Control and lets just say some of the other QC guys were sub par. I would have 100's of reworks done, while others would pass everything. The studs in particular were just a small spot weld, often a light tap would knock them out.
@thejukeytp7131
6 ай бұрын
@@D1NG0 Hi Dingo, since you worked in the factory, do you know why the xr6 seats were so much comfier than LC seats? Dou you also know what materials were used?
@D1NG0
6 ай бұрын
@@thejukeytp7131 I worked in the factory that did the framework, we would also install the motors and lumbar support etc. the upholstering and final assembly was done somewhere else. The only difference I can remember is the XR seats had some extra wire framing for the extra bolstering.
@darcyhill3102
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the time and effort you guys put into these sorts of videos👌
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darcy! appreciate you saying that! means alot!
@warrencramer4516
3 жыл бұрын
I really needed this episode a few months ago when I changed over my 4runner seats!!
@aguyandhistroopy
3 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t be worried about the wiring for the airbags shorting out… bit hard with no power going to them! Great video… keep them coming !
@animalalphaawesome
3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate, definitely look into the base cracking issues those xr6 seats have. Most seats out there even if they're mint to look at and sit in, have those base corners cracked. A set I bought were like that, apparently very common fault. Getting it fixed by an upholster. Check yours out too
@jesserisdale3379
3 жыл бұрын
I put them in my ln106 single cab hilux a few years ago and managed to get black duck canvas seat covers to suit them as well, best mod you will ever do
@prsprs56
2 жыл бұрын
What adapter kit did you get ? my old LN 106 needs this.
@toddjones3619
3 жыл бұрын
You've had the car for the least amount of time, yet it's the most modded by a longshot 💯
@markoantonijevic5430
3 жыл бұрын
Thats what happens with toyotas, you love them so much you want to make them better, not saying the original is bad just upgrading is a good quality of life
@Bush-Tv
2 жыл бұрын
Sweet vid Brother. I'm Looking at some of these for my 80 Cheers for the vid.
@outlandyishrig2557
3 жыл бұрын
We pulled out our XR6 seats in our 60 series to get roadworthy, and sourced factory seats ! Insurance company could reject any claims, as such you need to engineer. Be mindful that any other mods may not be overlooked by engineer at the same time. As recently had to jump through hopes with GVM for 105, safari turbo ( installed 20 years earlier ) had to be engineered as was not factory, some emission testing, etc. That said XR6 seats may go back in down the track, once we can go on long drives again.
@AForRealGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Vast majority of Insurance companies will only reject claims if the modification contributed to the accident ie seat came dislodged. I work in insurance :)
@davetunbridge6637
3 жыл бұрын
Did you upgrade your gvm on the 105?interested in what you did and by how much, I’ve got a 105 and am looking at gvm at the moment, also a turbo fitted nearly 20yrs ago at Berrima Diesels so I’m interested in what emissions you had to meet. Need to get mine blue plated here in Qld as I just swapped the front passenger 3/4 seat for a bucket so it’s classed as a change in configuration (6seater down to 5seater) thinking to get everything on the one mod plate(allowed 4 mods on 1 plate).
@outlandyishrig2557
3 жыл бұрын
I sent you a post
@jeepnutscotty
3 жыл бұрын
Haha! I noticed the seats in the last video and thought hang on a minute!! 🤣👍
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
yep! hahaha sneaky upgrade
@cyclemoto8744
Жыл бұрын
I bought some xr6 leather seats pre covid, possibly 2019 and they were already over inflated pricewise so based on the conidtion of yours they're no more expensive that back then. PS: I'm getting rid of them because I find them less comfortable than the stock 76 series seats and have become concerned about the fact that they're non compliant unless you get an engineer to certify (the Hurrican brackets include ADR compliance but the seat install requires separate compliance for the individual vehicle). Thanks for the content. cheers
@terrybarbie5207
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Patrick. I noticed the seat belt is fraying on the edge that rests against the driver's left thigh. I'd be replacing that seat belt too as it is no longer as strong as it should be.
@JohnSmith-yv6eq
3 жыл бұрын
Or you run a cigarette lighter flame along the edge and all the frazzle fizzles away....good to go through (another) crash....
@rastus555
3 жыл бұрын
Done that seat mod to my gu patrol well worth the effort 👌 great video as usual I got mine mod plated as to have no insurance issues if they arrive
@madnessdestroyer4093
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Aussie Arvo Marketplace, who is selling their XR6 seat that people can buy
@salmonhuntersean5539
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome really enjoying watching you lot with your projects they are all coming together nicely
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks salmon! really appreciate it!
@NootScoots
3 жыл бұрын
I almost went the Huracan Fabrication brackets for my 60 Series but Torfab make brackets for BMW 3 Series seats so that's what I'm doing instead!
@abbraxxis5998
3 жыл бұрын
Holly crap! The Huracan adaptor kit for a GU Patrol is $380.00. The GQ kit is better at $190 but still high. Patrick's 80 was only $135, a lot for two plates and some HT bolts, but the 100 series is $405.
@gc4x4
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome mod mate. I'm highly considering them for me POV pack 105, the bench seat is horrible! got a couple questions though, how much higher do you sit in the cab and do you get more leg room? I'm 6ft 5 and a higher seat is not what I'm after. cheers! keep up the great content!
@adamsankey8702
3 жыл бұрын
I actually spotted the xr6 seats in the last 12v video lol 👌🏼
@downtheshedwithbyron
3 жыл бұрын
Its a great upgrade i done the VE commodore seat swap on my GQ
@MicahBell_1860
2 жыл бұрын
I plan on bolstering my 80 series seats & reupholstering them in leather with pockets!
@samyeomans6710
3 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna say it. My dad has an Xt bf falcon 2008 and the seats in the base model falcon are really comfortable. I’ve been in a 2016 Range Rover and I think the xt seats are more comfortable
@henryknowles7877
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed I have the exact same seats as the ones in the video in my patrol, they are a massive improvement on the stock Nissan seat, but I think any seat from a ba or bf are better than fg - much softer, fg seats are quite hard.
@jimmyobrien2384
3 жыл бұрын
Worried about the airbag going off with no power to it🤔 rippa video fellas
@torbyalldridge2962
3 жыл бұрын
Love the videos guys. Pat ya need to learn to look down the barrel of the camera instead of the lcd screen of yourself. 👍
@nicpallett6767
3 жыл бұрын
and stop playing with your lovely hair...
@tigernatorgaming1969
3 жыл бұрын
Aussie Arvos on a Tuesday 😱
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Hahahah i know!
@tigernatorgaming1969
3 жыл бұрын
@@AussieArvos keep up the uploads #1 4wding channel on KZitem
@crinklecut5922
3 жыл бұрын
l put Camira seats in my Datto years ago. They were height adjustable and bolted straight in.
@actpiet
3 жыл бұрын
John Rooth put some sedan seats in Milo some years ago, they did not stand up to the rigours of off-road use, the frames were lighter and broke after a few months. Now I'm sure that Roothy put more stress on those seats in the few months that he had them than many are likely to achieve in 2 years, but his comment was clear, they are not suitable for off-road use. Good luck with them.
@truetierra
3 жыл бұрын
There were some xr6 models that came with neoprene covered seats, I think from summer ripcurl edition.. can't remember exactly. They're the ones to find if you can 👍.
@AS-uh6cg
3 жыл бұрын
They make all the difference in the gu on big trips. But you need to get them engineered mate, you won't be covered for injury in a accident and God forbid anything happens to aussie arvo lol By the way when you can make another doco type video loved the one you did on the snowy hydro 👍
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks AS! yes agreed, and as soon as we get let out, we have big plans!
@Andrew-76
3 жыл бұрын
Did the same in my Landcruiser , Now you need the Jaycar $299 brass monkey proper compressor centre console fridge to finish it off I've fitted one they're very handy on a long trip and you can actually have somewhere to rest your arm unlike the standard centre console
@byrnieman1
3 жыл бұрын
How did you mount the fridge though??
@Andrew-76
3 жыл бұрын
@@byrnieman1 I fabricated some mounts that are bolted in through the original bolt holes , then used form ply to mount the base plate the fridge is supplied with and then the fridge clips to that , makes it easy to get in & out
@aldente1411
3 жыл бұрын
dat roam lyfe influence doe
@fishinandfourbys
3 жыл бұрын
Now fix your paint and clear on your bonnet The seats look great
@lukewoolley9392
Жыл бұрын
Hey Patrick, just wondering if you could do a review on the xr6 seats since you’ve had mine for over a year?
@vytas5584
2 жыл бұрын
4:57 I got up to this step and the front two studs have some sort of rivets pinning them to the rail, which I can't remove.
@chrisalston5772
3 жыл бұрын
I done recaros in my Gq patrol no adapters better seats and legal no mods $920 opposed to xr6 seats $500-800 and then adaptors $100-$200 that need engineering still who knows how much that’ll cost
@cocodabeast7795
3 жыл бұрын
Nice mate🤙 might have to get some for my 80
@syw6965
3 жыл бұрын
Put two ve leather seats into my gq kinda fine already a big improvement from the old gq seats
@georgem579
Жыл бұрын
Looks s great mod, but I’m 6’4” (195cm) and my problem is getting seat back far enough. What’s your opinion? Thanks
@colmherbie8261
Жыл бұрын
Are able to tell me which company in Melbourne has the modification kit for the xr6 seats and do you know if they do different brands? I have a Colorado and want to swap the seats out. cheers in advance. Colm
@nathansmith960
3 жыл бұрын
You should retro fit a more modern Toyota steering wheel with wheel controls for your headunit
@ashleygargent
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely more lumbar support for your back. I had them in my 80
@scowievideos7931
3 жыл бұрын
Annoyed they stopped VF ones for GU... got some SSV seats that would go great in my GU
@jamescrowther7611
3 жыл бұрын
U could props ring them up and see if they could make some for ya for extra cost. They still would have the plans for them and all
@frl_ironicaim
2 жыл бұрын
Thinking of doing this soon, I was just wondering how tall you are? As I'm a fairly tall bloke and don't want to swap them over and be hitting my head
@johnleaste828
3 жыл бұрын
Great videos, but pleeease turn on image stabilisation when filming
@brynnsargeant2150
3 жыл бұрын
I got mine for $200 and they are in awesome condition
@RandellMonaghan
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome videos guys, really appreciate your time. Would like to support the channel, When you getting stickers back in stock
@lanceedghill5542
3 жыл бұрын
I dead set just did this mod on my gq patrol one of the best things I've done to the old girl just got to wait till lockdowns over to really test them out
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah they are freakin great!
@abbraxxis5998
3 жыл бұрын
Did you buy an adaptor or make your own? If you bought it, where from?
@lanceedghill5542
3 жыл бұрын
@@abbraxxis5998 i bought it from the same places these guys did have a look on their website should be a drop down for the gq patrol
@reillywunderlich2338
3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate what about the legal side of things I’m looking at doing it but don’t want tk then crash and and insurance company doesn’t insure it because of the seats
@pasanduljayamanne3056
3 жыл бұрын
pls bring some review of patrols and 80.
@jessetink3753
3 жыл бұрын
Yep beat mod I’ve done to my d22
@bjones5240
3 жыл бұрын
you should mention...your insurance WILL NOT Payout in the event of an accident unless you get them fully engineered.
@andrewwilliams5337
3 жыл бұрын
Ford territory seats too. Meant to sit a bit lower.
@freedomfighter8958
3 жыл бұрын
Get some black duck seat covers for them 👍
@beaustevos
3 жыл бұрын
When are you getting a snorkel for the 80?
@shamrock4life04
3 жыл бұрын
Just put xr6 seats in my 105. Soooo much better!
@lastknownlocation8760
3 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget to mod plate it so you’re still roadworthy and insured
@bigoz1734
3 жыл бұрын
@@tom6549 until you get into an accident, injure your passenger and the insurance inspector rips the covers off and sees the seats. They're stupidly picky and will do anything to not pay out a claim. Chances are super slim. But if it does happen you're up for $$$ when someone sues.
@wuner2039
3 жыл бұрын
Let’s go another video 😁
@tierandonnelly1420
3 жыл бұрын
when you doing another merch order. I got my shirt the other day and now i want to get a hoodie haha
@Zobby447
3 жыл бұрын
Does your 80 have rear heater under drivers seat?
@kristianhagedoorn7504
3 жыл бұрын
nice video when are you going to re paint your car and if you do i recon you should go black
@isaacpaton2936
Жыл бұрын
hey mate seriously considering putting them in my 80 how have you found them for comfort since youve had them for a while now? reckon they worth the coin
@AussieArvos
Жыл бұрын
Yeah they have been fantastic! For the price can't go wrong, however people are wanting alot for them now these days!
@aciawin9861
2 ай бұрын
Anybody done this for the 75 drivers seat, and kept the bench seat beside it? Cheers
@pjromez
3 жыл бұрын
Id guess a territory rear would fit too?
@NoLaggPlz
3 жыл бұрын
huricain fab tailgate mod next?
@wayne1959
3 жыл бұрын
time to colour match the door trims now mate..that will keep my plods prying eyes out..
@isaaccknight
3 жыл бұрын
How would they short with no power
@BigFellaGames
Ай бұрын
Not ADR approved? seat swaps need to be engineered. (unless it's from the same make and model vehicle)
@robokiss7822
3 жыл бұрын
The air bag plugs are yellow not green....green might be heated seats and putting Ford seat's in mite make the Toyota break down 🤪 you can get good seats out of any new Toyota that are stronger than any Ford or Commodore seat
@wing-itoffroad7841
3 жыл бұрын
Need a mod plate in Qld... But hell yeah, look heaps more comfortable
@benhowlett5681
3 жыл бұрын
Fairly sure you do need one. Which is a bit pointless I reckon
@bogged2theeyeballs695
3 жыл бұрын
The conversion kits are compliant in every state in Australia. BUT, installation must be inspected and signed off by a certified engineer in the state the vehicle is registered. Until then, installation is non-compliant.
@TheShootman980
3 жыл бұрын
are they adr approved? if not the mod is not road legal and now your car is unroadworthy
@SergioBergio777
3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, thanks for amazing video! Maybe someone know where I can buy turbo kit for tuning my Nissan Patrol 4.2?
@janeblogs324
3 жыл бұрын
Dubai
@SergioBergio777
3 жыл бұрын
@@janeblogs324 maybe you have any link?
@typicalmx6215
3 жыл бұрын
Ay nice vid seats look good
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@HeinRothman
3 жыл бұрын
Paid $500 for mine as well, basically brand new FG
@coreyrule7525
3 жыл бұрын
Top video bloke! Love what you guys are doing and I've been tossing up if it's worth doing the conversion in my rig but I like the leather and heated seats to much 😂😂
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Corey!
@coreyrule7525
3 жыл бұрын
@@AussieArvos no worries at all mate! Love watching the content you blokes put on your channel 👌💯
@tomygun_1232
3 жыл бұрын
For blokes who have done this. I'm wondering if this mod would suit someone taller than the original seats. Would I be compromised in anyway from doing it. I have an 80 series and I am 6 ft 5"
@JacobCapper
3 жыл бұрын
I'm 6 ft 3" and it was so much better than stock seats in my 60.
@georgem579
Жыл бұрын
Hi I’m 6’4” and have trouble in all Toyotas/Lexus. Love the cars but not the sitting position.
@Rodfather72
3 жыл бұрын
Insurance ok with these seats?
@hamishmclean7119
3 жыл бұрын
love your vids
@willemmatthews676
3 жыл бұрын
Could’ve said xr seats instead of xr6 seats, would’ve saved a few word muck ups 😂looks good 👍🏼
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂 i reckon!!!
@madcat4563
3 жыл бұрын
Sad international viewer noises.😥 Though if you can fab up so brackets Volvo and BMW X3 seats look amazing. Can't remember which Volvo seat it was. Edit: Why are they so readily available? Are there a lot of ford's without seats in Australia or do the donor cars get wrecked regularly?
@cmxslife
3 жыл бұрын
Xr6's get wrecked regularly as they are usually used for skids and burnouts 🤣
@dennisfreebairn8754
3 жыл бұрын
So many get written off
@dennisfreebairn8754
3 жыл бұрын
To be honest, Subaru liberty or Impreza seats fit a smaller bloke better. If your after long distance comfort, get fairlane seats. So much better than xr6 seats
@TheCamRonG1993
3 жыл бұрын
The bit more bucket seat is better offroad but, becuase they hold you in better. Does make it a little harder to get out of the car when you get stuck at a mean angle.
@Peter-ue9gv
3 жыл бұрын
Good seats will make any car nicer to drive. However unless the adapters are covered by an engineers report, it is an illegal modification. So in the event of a crash, the car would be deemed to be un roadworthy. So your insurance is gone. Imagine if you had just squashed a half million $ Lambo or something? But wait, it gets better. If you were unlucky enough to have caused the crash and someone was injured or killed you could find yourself facing criminal proceedings (illegal, unroadworthy car). Even if the seats had nothing whatsoever to do with the crash. When I was doing stuff like this, an engineers report was around $500. No idea what it would cost these days but its still cheap insurance.
@juststuffwithwolfe4482
3 жыл бұрын
I wanna put XR sets in my au
@hugokrause9100
3 жыл бұрын
You can get them certified
@paulclarke4431
3 жыл бұрын
Shame the second hard market is so expensive (damn supply and demand!) -- Personally tried them in my GU and hated them. I guess it all depends on body shape.
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
%100
@abbraxxis5998
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely test them for comfort first, you are right. Patrick is a pretty small guy. They would be fine for him. If you are a big guy these sport seats are not that comfortable as they are tight on your lats and outer thighs
@hamishman2196
3 жыл бұрын
xr6 falcons are everywhere nowadays
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
They are! but for good reasons, cheap & comfortable !
@dunkly85
3 жыл бұрын
I found the Huracan kit super janky to say the least (GU patrol kit) and after mocking them up I ended up removing them and reverting back to the stock seats. I simply couldn't trust the integrity of the setup if I was involved in an accident. Terrible product IMO and I would urge anyone to give them a wide berth. Definitely be wary of this one.
@billybunda6072
3 жыл бұрын
Mines got outlander seat in it
@juicefreak1969
3 жыл бұрын
Nice vid..maybe discretely get them engineered …
@tcollogan
2 жыл бұрын
man if only they did pj/pk ranger kit...
@andrewshepley7751
3 жыл бұрын
those airbags aren't goin to set off without a 12v being applied to them !
@skullian12
3 жыл бұрын
Lots of older 4wd seats don't have seat airbags so these aren't required. Modifying airbag systems is a big no no
@andrewshepley7751
3 жыл бұрын
@@skullian12 fully aware of this lol I'm a mechanic by trade. Just point out that there is no harm from cutting the wiring off the airbags as they won't be used
@PhillipMikeHunt
3 жыл бұрын
Hook the airbags up to a trigger. Maybe the speaker on a second mobile phone. If someone steals your car, you can ring the phone and fuckemup.
@dougjohnson9413
3 жыл бұрын
Is it legal for roadworthy purposes?
@AussieArvos
3 жыл бұрын
need to get them engineered I believe
@johnmathisen1167
3 жыл бұрын
Brother in law has them in his 80 series.
@stotty117
3 жыл бұрын
They only put xr6 seats in because they can't afford a comfortable seat
@skullian12
3 жыл бұрын
There's good aftermarket support for them with rails and easily sourced which makes them a popular option
@callumjohnson8417
3 жыл бұрын
Now for the Bara engine swap
@xxmelvillexx
3 жыл бұрын
This cockatoo really needs to stop playing with her crest so much!
@NathanNostaw
3 жыл бұрын
I'm liking your content focused on low cost mods and the simple approach to your videos, but maybe only fix your hair 100 times not the 300 hundred each video. :)
@andrewmorgan4306
3 жыл бұрын
I,ve got leather VE seats in my GQ much better than xr seats and i got them for 500 bucks and they are in mint condition but i,am a Holden man driving a LS GQ .
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