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Got my Katskinz today

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by AV8R4AA, Mar 19, 2021.

  1. Mar 19, 2021 at 7:37 PM
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    AV8R4AA

    AV8R4AA [OP] New Member

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    Hey Guys,
    Got my Leather Katskins installed today. No pictures yet because it’s dark here.
    Anyway, all I can say is DO THIS. you won’t be dissatisfied. Got 2 tone seats
    and I added 4 bun warmers to front and outboard rear seats.
    The rig is First class now.
    Pictures to come soon.
     
  2. Mar 19, 2021 at 7:39 PM
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    SouthPaw

    SouthPaw The headlight guy

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    What did they run you total if you don’t me asking?
     
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  3. Mar 19, 2021 at 7:46 PM
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    AV8R4AA

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    I think about 1800
     
  4. Mar 19, 2021 at 10:26 PM
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    Captain Tenneal

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    Are they able to replace foam if necessary or is do they just replace existing covers?
     
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  5. Mar 20, 2021 at 6:04 AM
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    Professional Hand Model

    Professional Hand Model A.K.A ‘Golden Hands’

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    Hand Protectors
     
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  6. Mar 20, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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    SouthPaw

    SouthPaw The headlight guy

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    Oof, that’s about 70% of what I paid for the entire truck lol. Did you get seat warmers added while they were there? Let’s see them!
     
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  7. Mar 20, 2021 at 11:18 AM
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    AV8R4AA

    AV8R4AA [OP] New Member

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    rear seat. I went with 2 tone. I did the wiring myself for front and rear
    bun warmers. I think it looks great. Truck has just turned 90K. Should
    be able to get my monies worth on the engine and seats.
    I didn’t ask to change out foam. Mine seemed fine.​
     
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  8. Mar 20, 2021 at 7:52 PM
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    onesojourner

    onesojourner Here, let me derail that for you

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    It is still way cheaper than a 3rd gen taco. Nice work. These trucks are legendary. They deserve some love.
     
  9. Mar 21, 2021 at 1:11 AM
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    Looks great! Love my recently installed Katzkin as well. Great quality.
     
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  10. Mar 22, 2021 at 8:48 AM
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    2KYOTA

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    Those back seats look great, did you do the fronts also? If so can you post some pic?

    My truck came with the gray leather upgrade, bucket seats with arm-rest. The seats really need to be reupholstered, but this would be a great alternative given the fitment is good.
     
  11. Mar 22, 2021 at 8:54 AM
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    AV8R4AA

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    I did the fronts also.300E5874-096D-4DDB-A35D-94108EBC2322.jpg
     
  12. Mar 22, 2021 at 8:56 AM
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    If you need new covers, I added bun warmers. Happy wife, happy life❤️
     
  13. Mar 22, 2021 at 8:58 AM
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    Wow, very nicely done. Did you install yourself? How does that work?
     
  14. Mar 22, 2021 at 9:05 AM
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    Yeah, those turned out great. I'm assuming these weren't a stock item, how long did it take to get them made?
     
  15. Mar 22, 2021 at 9:21 AM
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    shifty`

    shifty` Our private little trip to hell

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    Did you replace the door insert also, or just the seats?
     
  16. Mar 22, 2021 at 10:30 AM
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    The seats were done at the Katskin factory then sent to an authorized installer.
    . The door cards are factory. Truck didn’t come with any wiring for bun warmers.
    I found 2 switches and 2 harness to splice into the “universal” seat heater kits.

    I was going to do the cover install myself. Another forum member did his own and wrote
    that he prolly wouldn’t do that over. I had ok but not great leather from the factory. I wanted
    to update the look to a more modern 2 tone look. I picked my colors and built the virtual seats
    all on the Katskins website. You can experiment with different colors and different layouts.

    I would highly recommend this company for seats. They are not cheap. Good quality never is.
    They do most every car and truck seats. I will prolly use them on the wife’s Lexus RX300.
     
  17. Mar 22, 2021 at 5:51 PM
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    Professional Hand Model

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    Yeah. The Quality looks sharp on these. They did a great job.
     
  18. Mar 25, 2021 at 3:38 PM
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    KarmaKannon

    KarmaKannon Master of None

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    I really like my katzkin. Adds a ton of enjoyment to the already smooth ride. Nice to know I don't have to find a vehicle with leather because I can put it in later. Kinda sucks to do, but what doesn't?

    IMG_20200118_123202.jpg
     
  19. Mar 25, 2021 at 4:21 PM
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    AV8R4AA

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    Very sharp!
     
  20. Apr 28, 2021 at 1:56 PM
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    Kimosabe

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    Has anyone replaced the door insert with leather when installing Katzskins covers? I'm curious if I want to try that or not. I'm afraid that I'll have to lay it on top of the fabric door card and if it doesn't work that I'll have ruined the fabric underneath.
    Also, anyone with an access cab have an issue installing the rear center arm-rest/cupholder? Mine did not fit well at all and ended with a rip and a tear.
     

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