tips for installing new seat cover

[rubberneck]

Well the title pretty much wraps it up. I bought a new seat cover from cascade for my brothers bike. I could have sent the seat to them to install for free, but im kind of pinched for time, and i figured i would give it a shot myself. I have a staple gun, and it appears the cover that is on there is just stapled on. Never done a seat before, so looking for hints. thanks.

[theshee]

throw it in the dryer to heat it up and stretch it pretty hard when putting in on. then start on the front, put 5 staples down one side, then do the other side with 5. just go down the sides even, keeps it tight and straight.

[rubberneck]

Awesome, thank you. I didnt know where to start, that will help a lot. The dryer tip makes perfect sense, and i never would have thought about it. Thanks so much, going to go for broke in the morning. thanks again. Phil

[Screaming Yellow Zonker]

I would also mark the center of the seat pan and the cover so you don't end up with a crooked seat cover. Just an idea.

[rubberneck]

Thanks again for the tips guys. It worked out great. No wrinkles, cover is nice and straight, and looks pretty good if i do say so myself. I was very impressed with how well the Cascade cover fit. The dryer trick was the key. Once the cover was warm, it stretched right in to place and I was able to get her secured. Anybody thinking about doing a cover job themselves, dont think twice, it is pretty easy, just take your time.