epriv Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 I found this link for disassembling, cleaning and restoring the power bench seat in my 1970. It was very useful. This most likely applies to 2nd gen and maybe 1st gen too. Mitch http://canadianponcho.activeboard.com/t52070477/restoring-a-60s-vintage-gm-6-way-power-seat-unit/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68RIVGS Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 Great find with an excellent explanation and reference photos - thanks for posting ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 (edited) I did this to a couple of spare units a few years ago. It's a pretty easy job, although (IIRC) I also disassembled and cleaned the cables and motor. I'd encourage anyone with a seat that is sluggish or acting up to have a go at it. I've done this to several and I've never seen any significant wear in the gears, shafts, etc. They really do seem to be quite robust (over-engineered, even). As pointed out in the write-up, the biggest issue was hardened grease. Once that's cleaned off, it's a straightforward lube and assemble operation. Edited September 26, 2016 by KongaMan (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Now - to find pure Tung (China) oil. Hmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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