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Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Found these one year old takeout Flexsteel Seats (first picture) to replace my 20 yr old Flexsteel seats (2nd and 3rd picture) to new Flexsteel Seats.  Has anyone done this and did the base fit or did you have to modify?
97 U295 40, Build #5040, 6C8.3 325 HP
Oregon Continuous Traveler
Samsung Residential #RF20HFENBSR,
Xantrex SW2012, (3)AGM8D Hse, (2)AGM Grp24 Eng, Victron BMV-712, 1800w Solar 4 LG & 2 Sunpower
Extreme Full Body Pt w/hdlmps, new furn/floor, 4 down Lexus 2004 GX470 AWD curb weight 4,740 lbs
Prev: 1990 Barth, 10L 300 2 yrs; 91&92 Monaco Signature, 10 yrs, 10L C 300 &  6C8.3 300; 1997 ForeT 6C8.3 325 since May 2017.  Employed by Guaranty RV 14+ yrs.  Former VW New Car Dlr/Service Dlr, Sales Mgr, Rv Sales, and Service Adviser from 1968-2017
"Don't criticize what you can't understand" Bob Dylan

Re: Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Reply #1 –
Good looking seats.  We recently visited a Flexsteel showroom and were told that the new seats would fit the pedestals in our 2000 U320 and that we could also use the original controls.  If you don't want them, let me know where I  can find them.
2000 U320 mid entry  #5688
2006 Jeep Liberty


USMCR retired
SDFD retired
FEMA US&R TF8

Re: Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Reply #2 –
Quote from: Sven and Kristi –
Good looking seats.  We recently visited a Flexsteel showroom and were told that the new seats would fit the pedestals in our 2000 U320 and that we could also use the original controls.  If you don't want them, let me know where I  can find them.

Thank you Sven, the Flexsteel dealer said the same, and if not he will have an adapter plate, if the holes do not match.  I will know when I get them off and will post the measurements.  Last night I posted on Craigslist along with the sofa that is like new.  I will post on the forum for sale.  If they do not sell in 3 weeks I will give you a call.  I have them in Eugene, have had luck with uShip for about $150 to CA. from here piggybacked with another shipment to that area.  I will message you in a few weeks, or sooner if they sold.
97 U295 40, Build #5040, 6C8.3 325 HP
Oregon Continuous Traveler
Samsung Residential #RF20HFENBSR,
Xantrex SW2012, (3)AGM8D Hse, (2)AGM Grp24 Eng, Victron BMV-712, 1800w Solar 4 LG & 2 Sunpower
Extreme Full Body Pt w/hdlmps, new furn/floor, 4 down Lexus 2004 GX470 AWD curb weight 4,740 lbs
Prev: 1990 Barth, 10L 300 2 yrs; 91&92 Monaco Signature, 10 yrs, 10L C 300 &  6C8.3 300; 1997 ForeT 6C8.3 325 since May 2017.  Employed by Guaranty RV 14+ yrs.  Former VW New Car Dlr/Service Dlr, Sales Mgr, Rv Sales, and Service Adviser from 1968-2017
"Don't criticize what you can't understand" Bob Dylan

Re: Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Reply #3 –
I think you misunderstood me about the seats.  Like you, I'm looking for newer seats to replace my (nearly)20 year old seats.
2000 U320 mid entry  #5688
2006 Jeep Liberty


USMCR retired
SDFD retired
FEMA US&R TF8

Re: Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Reply #4 –
Quote from: Sven and Kristi –
I think you misunderstood me about the seats.  Like you, I'm looking for newer seats to replace my (nearly)20 year old seats.
Got it, wishful thinking on my part.  Reminds me of when I was confused at the restaurants restrooms, marked "Them" and "Us", I stood there for many seconds. lol. "If you don't want them, let me know where I can find them".
97 U295 40, Build #5040, 6C8.3 325 HP
Oregon Continuous Traveler
Samsung Residential #RF20HFENBSR,
Xantrex SW2012, (3)AGM8D Hse, (2)AGM Grp24 Eng, Victron BMV-712, 1800w Solar 4 LG & 2 Sunpower
Extreme Full Body Pt w/hdlmps, new furn/floor, 4 down Lexus 2004 GX470 AWD curb weight 4,740 lbs
Prev: 1990 Barth, 10L 300 2 yrs; 91&92 Monaco Signature, 10 yrs, 10L C 300 &  6C8.3 300; 1997 ForeT 6C8.3 325 since May 2017.  Employed by Guaranty RV 14+ yrs.  Former VW New Car Dlr/Service Dlr, Sales Mgr, Rv Sales, and Service Adviser from 1968-2017
"Don't criticize what you can't understand" Bob Dylan

Re: Update Captans Chair and Co Pilot Chair / new seat

Reply #5 –
Sven and Kristi, Yes, they bolt right in.  I just did the switch, very simple, four, half inch nuts and bolts to power pedestal.  Just took a few minutes to both remove and install.  The old seats sold off Craigslist in just one day.  I prefer the new seats since I now have a dinette, sofa, and captains chairs that all match. 

This is where I purchased all three take outs from new Newmar rvs.  My experience with these retailers has been excellent. 

Consignment & Used
97 U295 40, Build #5040, 6C8.3 325 HP
Oregon Continuous Traveler
Samsung Residential #RF20HFENBSR,
Xantrex SW2012, (3)AGM8D Hse, (2)AGM Grp24 Eng, Victron BMV-712, 1800w Solar 4 LG & 2 Sunpower
Extreme Full Body Pt w/hdlmps, new furn/floor, 4 down Lexus 2004 GX470 AWD curb weight 4,740 lbs
Prev: 1990 Barth, 10L 300 2 yrs; 91&92 Monaco Signature, 10 yrs, 10L C 300 &  6C8.3 300; 1997 ForeT 6C8.3 325 since May 2017.  Employed by Guaranty RV 14+ yrs.  Former VW New Car Dlr/Service Dlr, Sales Mgr, Rv Sales, and Service Adviser from 1968-2017
"Don't criticize what you can't understand" Bob Dylan