First, as a new member to this forum I want to say thanks for having me! I have recently acquired my second TJ, the first was a 97 TJ SE which was my first car...21 years ago, that I had for about 3 years. The amount information and products available then vs. now is quite incredible, however the same RE 3.5 superflex kit I installed at 18 still seems like a good kit, and is still about the same price as I paid then too.
For my question, I bought a 2005 TJ X from a friend that has been relatively well taken care of but a bit neglected the last few years, and has most recently been home to a family of mice. Luckily the only damage is the odor. I have shampooed the carpet and seats and that did little to help. In addition the driver seat cushion is pretty worn out, to the point that I sit about 2-3" lower than in the passenger seat. Also the fabric on all three seats is really rough.
I have ordered seat covers, but that would only cover up the smell and not fix the cushion issue. All that said, I am considering a few options. 1) Would a car seat reupholstery place be able to repair the seat cushion, in addition to replacing the fabric? 2) New seats, however from what I have seen I don't see good options that still retain all the factory seat functionality (folding), as I have young kids that at times will need to get in the back. The last consideration is obviously cost, this is not a daily driver, so I want something that will be good quality, but I cant justify spending a lot.
Thanks in advance for the input!
Erik
For my question, I bought a 2005 TJ X from a friend that has been relatively well taken care of but a bit neglected the last few years, and has most recently been home to a family of mice. Luckily the only damage is the odor. I have shampooed the carpet and seats and that did little to help. In addition the driver seat cushion is pretty worn out, to the point that I sit about 2-3" lower than in the passenger seat. Also the fabric on all three seats is really rough.
I have ordered seat covers, but that would only cover up the smell and not fix the cushion issue. All that said, I am considering a few options. 1) Would a car seat reupholstery place be able to repair the seat cushion, in addition to replacing the fabric? 2) New seats, however from what I have seen I don't see good options that still retain all the factory seat functionality (folding), as I have young kids that at times will need to get in the back. The last consideration is obviously cost, this is not a daily driver, so I want something that will be good quality, but I cant justify spending a lot.
Thanks in advance for the input!
Erik