MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Cosmetic/Interior Modifications => Topic started by: Raincloud on June 06, 2015, 11:11:38 am

Title: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Raincloud on June 06, 2015, 11:11:38 am

I'm looking at getting the drivers seat bolster repaired/replaced.

Quick Google for parts numbers and search of forum has not proved fruitful.

Anyone know what part number is required for replacement or a reputable trimmers in / around London area.

I know that these are recaros. I gave capital seating a call this morning but no reply.

Any info would be appreciated  :smiley:

Title: Re: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Golf_GT_TDI on June 06, 2015, 03:59:53 pm

Are they leather or cloth and is it the seat cover or the foam you are in need of?

Title: Re: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Raincloud on June 06, 2015, 04:00:44 pm

They are leather and it is the foam I'm after.

Title: Re: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Madone on June 06, 2015, 08:18:03 pm

Had mine done recently, only place I could buy was from VW, the foam base was back order so took 2 weeks, got a friend who is a master tech at Audi to fit it, case of in clipping the seat fabric (and seat heater) and installing the new one. No glue required. Didn't fancy doing it myself though.   :laugh:

Title: Re: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Golf_GT_TDI on June 06, 2015, 09:58:47 pm

I did a Mk4 Recaro seat foam base was fairly easy bar removing the heated element to re-use it on new base. The Mk5 should be straightforward, here is VW's guide...

http://workshop-manuals.com/volkswagen/golf-mk5/body/general_body_repairs_interior/seat_padding_covers/front_seat_covers_and_padding/removal_and_installation_of_front_bucket_seat_cushion_cover_and_padding/removing/

I need to double check part number but could be 1K0881375AK

Title: Re: Help with replacement drivers seat bolster
Post by: Raincloud on June 07, 2015, 05:52:04 pm

Many thanks for that, it's just what I needed. :smiley: