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Marie S.
DESCRIPTION SAYS UV RESISTENT, HAS THERE BEEN ANY TALK IF THESE HAVE FADED? IF SO HOW LONG BEFORE THEY START TO FADE AND ARE THEY WATER RESISTENT?
The Quadratec Heritage Premium Reclining Front Seats are specifically designed with a UV-tested and resistant vinyl covering to withstand the harsh conditions of an open-top Jeep.
While these seats are engineered to resist the sun's rays, cosmetic UV fading is typically classified as "normal wear and tear" and is generally not covered under the manufacturer's 3-year warranty.
In extreme climates (like the Southwest US), you might see slight lightening after 3–5 years if the Jeep is left uncovered daily. In more moderate climates or if you use a bikini top, they can look new for a decade or more.
Water Resistance
Vinyl Material: Because they are wrapped in automotive-grade vinyl, the surfaces are highly water-resistant. Rainwater will bead up on the seat rather than soaking into the foam, making them very easy to wipe dry.
The "Jeep Factor": While the fabric is water-resistant, the stitching and seams are not 100% waterproof. If left in a heavy downpour, moisture can eventually seep through the needle holes into the foam.
Cleaning: This vinyl construction makes them excellent for trail rigs, as you can easily clean off mud or spills with a damp cloth without staining.
While these seats are engineered to resist the sun's rays, cosmetic UV fading is typically classified as "normal wear and tear" and is generally not covered under the manufacturer's 3-year warranty.
In extreme climates (like the Southwest US), you might see slight lightening after 3–5 years if the Jeep is left uncovered daily. In more moderate climates or if you use a bikini top, they can look new for a decade or more.
Water Resistance
Vinyl Material: Because they are wrapped in automotive-grade vinyl, the surfaces are highly water-resistant. Rainwater will bead up on the seat rather than soaking into the foam, making them very easy to wipe dry.
The "Jeep Factor": While the fabric is water-resistant, the stitching and seams are not 100% waterproof. If left in a heavy downpour, moisture can eventually seep through the needle holes into the foam.
Cleaning: This vinyl construction makes them excellent for trail rigs, as you can easily clean off mud or spills with a damp cloth without staining.
Stephanie R.
Do you sell a seat cover that fits these seats?
There isn't a custom-fit seat cover specifically labeled for the Quadratec Heritage Premium Reclining Front Seats; however, these seats are designed to mimic the OEM high-back bucket dimensions of the Jeep CJ and Wrangler YJ/TJ.
Because they share a similar footprint with factory "high-back" seats (integrated headrests), many universal-fit and CJ/YJ/TJ high-back specific covers will work. However, since the Heritage seats have reinforced side bolsters, you should look for covers with some "stretch" or those designed for "sport" style bucket seats.
Diver Down Seat Covers - These are designed to fit the OEM high back seats and may fit.
Because they share a similar footprint with factory "high-back" seats (integrated headrests), many universal-fit and CJ/YJ/TJ high-back specific covers will work. However, since the Heritage seats have reinforced side bolsters, you should look for covers with some "stretch" or those designed for "sport" style bucket seats.
Diver Down Seat Covers - These are designed to fit the OEM high back seats and may fit.
Michael C.
Do these seats tilt or bend Forward?
The Quadratec Heritage Premium Reclining Front Seats do bend/tilt forward, but there is an important distinction between the "reclining" function and the "tilt-and-tumble" function needed to reach the back seat.
1. The Reclining Function (Bending)
What it does: This allows you to adjust the angle of the seat back for driving comfort or to lean the seat all the way back.
Forward Movement: The recliner lever also allows the seat back to tilt forward past the vertical position to a certain degree, which helps when you need to reach for something behind the seat.
2. The "Tilt Forward" for Rear Access (Fold-And-Tumble)
It is important to understand that the seat itself (the backrest) provides the reclining and forward lean, but the "tilting forward" of the entire seat assembly to let passengers into the back is a function of your Jeep's factory seat brackets, not the seat itself.
CJ & YJ Models (1976–1995): These seats bolt directly to your factory "flip" brackets. If your factory passenger seat flips forward toward the dashboard, these seats will flip with it.
TJ Models (1997–2006): These require adapter brackets to work with the factory sliders. Once installed on the adapters, the seats will still slide, and the factory "fold-and-tumble" trigger on your Jeep’s riser will still work to move the seat out of the way for rear passengers.
1. The Reclining Function (Bending)
What it does: This allows you to adjust the angle of the seat back for driving comfort or to lean the seat all the way back.
Forward Movement: The recliner lever also allows the seat back to tilt forward past the vertical position to a certain degree, which helps when you need to reach for something behind the seat.
2. The "Tilt Forward" for Rear Access (Fold-And-Tumble)
It is important to understand that the seat itself (the backrest) provides the reclining and forward lean, but the "tilting forward" of the entire seat assembly to let passengers into the back is a function of your Jeep's factory seat brackets, not the seat itself.
CJ & YJ Models (1976–1995): These seats bolt directly to your factory "flip" brackets. If your factory passenger seat flips forward toward the dashboard, these seats will flip with it.
TJ Models (1997–2006): These require adapter brackets to work with the factory sliders. Once installed on the adapters, the seats will still slide, and the factory "fold-and-tumble" trigger on your Jeep’s riser will still work to move the seat out of the way for rear passengers.
Karl G.
Is there a warranty on the seats? and for how long?
Yes, the Quadratec Heritage Premium Reclining Front Seats come with a Three-Year Limited Warranty. This warranty is provided exclusively by Quadratec and covers defects in materials and workmanship for the original retail purchaser. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, cosmetic damage (like UV fading), installation damage, or damage from accidents/misuse.
Garrett L.
Do these require adapter for 2004 TJ? The adapter page states necessary for 1997-2003, and this page states necessary for all TJ years.
Mounts directly to the factory pedestal & seat runners for 76-95 CJ & Wrangler vehicles. '97-'06 Wrangler TJ requires the use of adapters (sold separately). The 97-02 and 03-06 model years have different adapters.
SCOTT T.
Will these seats install in a 03 TJ with the extended center console that contains the factory subwoofer.
Yes, they will. However, the TJ Wrangler mounts require additional seat adapters.
Alejandro J.
What adapter is needed for these seats for 1993 YJ Wrangler?
None are necessary for the 1993 YJ - Mounts directly to the factory pedestal & seat runners for 76-95 CJ & YJ Wrangler vehicles. Only the '97-'06 Wrangler TJ requires the use of adapters (sold separately).
Jeffrey H.
My jeep is a 2003... which seat adaptes do i need and do i need the adapterif i get new risers? #2 as well as if I can use factory risers?? #3 The factory seats have a lever on the shoulder for pushing the passenger seat all the way forward.. will I lose that functionality with these seats? Thank you for your time
Steve E.
What adapter is needed for these seats for 2007 JK Wrangler?
No, these seats are for CJ, YJ, TJ and will not fit JK
Bobby O.
Are these seats compatible with My 09 JKU? Your website says yes, but the video makes it seem it’s more for CJ and TJ models.
No, they will not fit.