Seat cushion- OEM, Durafoam or eBay special?

Searching showed me mostly just results on OE and The Seat Shop's Durofoam seat cushions being installed but no real reviews other that "happy butts". I read one where they said the Durofoam was really firm. But, this can't be fairly compared to an aged, worn and beat-down OEM cushion. I found nothing on the ~$65 eBay cushions.

OE was $130+ from multiple places. They needed me to fill out all my info to give me a shipping quote. Easily $25-$30+ for shipping.

The Seat Shop, $111.20: https://www.theseatshop.com/product...-40-seat-configuration?variant=40239976611922

eBay, $67.40: https://www.ebay.com/itm/195478714343 (nearest me and in my cart)

Other eBay examples-

eBay, $66.99: https://www.ebay.com/itm/325159633816

eBay, $68.99: https://www.ebay.com/itm/204101442486


What y'all think?

I installed a Durafoam pad in my NBS. I found it to be stiffer and it sat me higher in the seat. It was comfy tho.

EDIT: In comparison to the passenger seat which had much less wear. The Durafoam was not as soft or comfy. If I were to do again I would have gone NOS on that and will on my NNBS id possible when the time comes.

iamdub said:

Searching showed me mostly just results on OE and The Seat Shop's Durofoam seat cushions being installed but no real reviews other that "happy butts". I read one where they said the Durofoam was really firm. But, this can't be fairly compared to an aged, worn and beat-down OEM cushion. I found nothing on the ~$65 eBay cushions.

OE was $130+ from multiple places. They needed me to fill out all my info to give me a shipping quote. Easily $25-$30+ for shipping.

The Seat Shop, $111.20: https://www.theseatshop.com/product...-40-seat-configuration?variant=40239976611922

eBay, $67.40: https://www.ebay.com/itm/195478714343 (nearest me and in my cart)

Other eBay examples-

eBay, $66.99: https://www.ebay.com/itm/325159633816

eBay, $68.99: https://www.ebay.com/itm/204101442486


What y'all think?

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Let’s experiment. Just ordered one from eBay for my ‘07 because the original is so soft it’s damaging the leather bottom.

This is the one I ordered:

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Geotrash said:

Let’s experiment. Just ordered one from eBay for my ‘07 because the original is so soft it’s damaging the leather bottom.

This is the one I ordered:

For 07-14 Chevy Silverado GMC Sierra 1500 2500HD Driver Bottom Seat Foam Cushion | eBay

Driver Bottom Seat Foam Cushion Fits 2007-2013 Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, Avalanche, Yukon. 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Chevy Silverado. 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 GMC Sierra.

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Yes! I'm down for an experiment with some current comparison. That's the one in the third eBay link I posted. When did you order it and do you have an ETA?

swathdiver said:

@Doubeleive @DougAMiller @Denaliz @mikeyss @BSarteSr @89Suburban @Bill D @The Raven @5strmtrp @chadw @jsoltren

Seat Foam Cushion

Looking to replace seat foam cushion. Any recommendations where to buy from? I found The Seat Shop, OEM dealer and a couple sellers on Ebay. Just wondering have anyone purchased from the ones mention above. If so as far as price and comfort. Thanks

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Who’s replaced their drivers seat foam cushion?

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Driver Bottom Leather Seat Cover and Pad Install

Just reviewed the videos on You tube and see there is no way out of removing the seat to replace the Leather cover and seat foam on the drivers side. Very reasonable on ebay for a number of sellers. Pad, cover and socket and next weekend out it comes, in with the new!

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With all my searching, I didn't see that first link. Bill D's and The Raven's threads are informative! I can't say I ever saw that red interior before. Makes me wonder where I was back in 2019 to miss such content.

Thanks for the links!

I have had a new oem bottom cushion and bottom cover sitting in the garage now for about a year I haven't put in yet, there were changes made in the bottom seat design for heat/cool which is why the vin number is used to match the part. my original bottom cover has a worn spot on the left side that was there when I bought it I just haven't changed it yet I figure the cushion is worn also so I bought both.
I think I paid around $130 for the cushion and maybe $50-80 for the cover?

Doubeleive said:

I have had a new oem bottom cushion and bottom cover sitting in the garage now for about a year I haven't put in yet, there were changes made in the bottom seat design for heat/cool which is why the vin number is used to match the part. my original bottom cover has a worn spot on the left side that was there when I bought it I just haven't changed it yet I figure the cushion is worn also so I bought both.
I think I paid around $130 for the cushion and maybe $50-80 for the cover?

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Crazy how a molded block of foam costs more than patterned and sewn leather and/or vinyl, huh?!

The OE ones are a little more expensive these days, as expected. Most of the online GM/Chevrolet OE parts sellers have them priced around $130 but with ~$25+ shipping. I've never sat in a new OE seat so I don't know what to expect. I don't think I need a plush seat and would probably be fine with something more firm. I just noticed on my Florida trip that mine is smashed and essentially completely unsupportive. Side bolster isn't so bad. I've always been careful to use the running board to get up out of the seat. I'm also one to be mindful to not grip the steering wheel in the same place all the time or for too long so I don't wear the leather out in one spot.

iamdub said:

Yes! I'm down for an experiment with some current comparison. That's the one in the third eBay link I posted. When did you order it and do you have an ETA?

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I ordered it yesterday and the seller stated it should arrive by 12/4. Now I need to buy a new bottom seat cover.

Love the support of the Durofoam in my NBS. I don't like squishy except in the female persuasion.

The OE-style leather cover from The Seat Shop is leather for the buns and vinyl for the side panels, like OE. I probably spent $350 or so on both, plus a new seat heater on top of that. Not a tough job but one that I didn't want to do twice. Comfort and resale value (not that I'm selling anytime soon).