I am beginning restoration of a 1970 Katama 16 boat. The upholstery is in poor condition.
I am not particularly interested in retrofitting modern seats.
Q1: what options exist for restoration of the original upholstered seats?
Q2: is a direct replacement seat available?
Q3: is hiring an upholstery shop to restore the original seats the best option?
Thanks for your advice
1970 Katama Upholstery
1970 Katama Upholstery
Chris Godfrey
Minneapolis, MN
CW'er since 2005
1963 13' Sport, 1970 16' Katama
Minneapolis, MN
CW'er since 2005
1963 13' Sport, 1970 16' Katama
Re: 1970 Katama Upholstery
OEM replacement would be Anderson's in Florida.
http://www.amfg.us
If the foundations are in good shape, have a local shop rebuild with foam and vinyl.
Sue Lodel at Twin Cities may have a recommendation on a shop in the WI/MN area.
http://www.beacontcm.com
http://www.amfg.us
If the foundations are in good shape, have a local shop rebuild with foam and vinyl.
Sue Lodel at Twin Cities may have a recommendation on a shop in the WI/MN area.
http://www.beacontcm.com
1992 Outrage 17
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
Re: 1970 Katama Upholstery
In case anyone's curious, I've received unofficial quotes for $1200-$1600 from the local upholstery shops to restore the two bucket seats and the bench seat.
Chris Godfrey
Minneapolis, MN
CW'er since 2005
1963 13' Sport, 1970 16' Katama
Minneapolis, MN
CW'er since 2005
1963 13' Sport, 1970 16' Katama
Re: 1970 Katama Upholstery
If you are looking for a possible alternative.
I have seen the two seats replaced with rod back cushions and a full seat cushion from Andersons.
Ask Tena to quote you. Could be less and OEM quality.
Come to think of it, they might offer the seat in its entirety.
http://www.amfg.us
I have seen the two seats replaced with rod back cushions and a full seat cushion from Andersons.
Ask Tena to quote you. Could be less and OEM quality.
Come to think of it, they might offer the seat in its entirety.
http://www.amfg.us
1992 Outrage 17
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003
2019 E-TEC 90
2018 LoadRite 18280096VT
Member since 2003