Rear Seat Disassembly for Upholstery
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I bought an Airplane...but it's not what you think!
What happens here
The primary DIY task in this video is the removal of the rear seat from the airplane. First, open the cargo area door, which is located on the fuselage near the tail. This space typically holds luggage or other cargo when the rear seat is installed. The presenter then explains the need to remove the rear seat for reupholstery due to its worn and damaged condition, showing the tears and exposed padding. A timelapse segment illustrates the process of unbolting and carefully lifting the seat from its position within the cabin. The seat needs to be taken to a shop for professional recovery and restuffing. Due to the aircraft's 'certified' status, the frame will need to be inspected, painted, and then re-inspected multiple times before the reupholstered seat can be reinstalled.
Goal: Successfully remove the damaged rear seat from the aircraft to prepare it for professional reupholstery.
Tools and materials
- Cordless Drill Milwaukee — Unfastening bolts securing the seat
- Piper PA-28-180 Airplane Piper — The aircraft from which the seat is being removed
- Pliers — Assisting in fastener removal or cable management
- Rear Seat — The item to be removed and reupholstered