In a message dated 99-05-29 11:37:36 EDT, jsnyder@DAVIS.COM writes:

<< Is it easier to just go to the recycle yard and get a newer seat or is
there
 a fix that someone has been successful with? The seats look perfect on the
 outside, so I would like to repair them first if possible.
  >>

get seats from the later GL models with armrests.  100% more comfortable.
fit all vans and campers.
i possibly have a set of tan velour ones w/ armrests coming in.

chris