How to Fit a Replacement Cushion Set on Your GT Pro Seat

Quick answer

Remove the seat from the rig if you can, strip the old cushions, and fit the replacement set by seating each piece fully into its shell position before tightening anything. Check that every cushion sits flush and that the harness or belt paths still run cleanly before you drive.

Step-by-step: fitting the new cushion set

1. Clear the seat and check the shell: Remove the seat from the rig if the mounting allows, then take off any harness, pads, or accessories. Wipe out dust and grit and inspect the shell for cracks or loose bolts. Common mistake: skipping the shell check and discovering a rattle after the new cushions are in. Photograph the bare shell and bolt positions before you start reassembly.
2. Remove the old cushions carefully: Work the old pads free from their edges rather than yanking them out. Note how each piece was oriented and whether any adhesive or clips were used. Common mistake: tearing a mounting tab because the cushion was pulled from the center instead of the edge. Keep the old set until the new one is fully seated, in case you need to compare shapes.
3. Dry-fit the new set before fixing it: Lay each replacement cushion into its position without adhesive or fasteners. Press down along the edges and check that the base, back, and bolsters sit flush. Common mistake: committing adhesive before confirming the orientation. If a piece wrinkles or lifts at the edge, stop and re-seat it rather than forcing it.
4. Secure the cushions in the correct order: Start with the base cushion, then the back, then the side bolsters, following whatever fastening method the set uses. Pull edges taut but do not over-stretch. Common mistake: tightening one side fully before the opposite side is aligned, which pulls the cushion off-center. Work symmetrically: alternate left and right fastening points.
5. Re-check belt and harness routing: Refit the harness or belts and confirm they pass through the intended openings without pinching the new padding. Sit in the seat and check that the lap and shoulder belts still sit where they did before. Common mistake: assuming the belt path is unchanged after thicker padding. If a belt now rubs a cushion edge, re-route before driving.
6. Reinstall the seat and do a static test: Bolt the seat back to the rig and torque the mounts. Sit in it, push back into the bolster, and check for movement, squeaks, or gaps. Common mistake: test-driving before checking that every mount is tight. Do one short session and re-check the cushion edges afterward.

Product facts

• Replacement Cushion Set for GT Pro Bucket Seat – Classic Houndstooth: The GT Pro Classic Houndstooth Cushion Set is designed as a direct replacement for the GT Pro Bucket Seat. Choosing a seat-specific set avoids the trimming and slipping that come with generic pads.