Yet another modded Bolero!

hemanth.das · 25th March 2009, 03:05

I am 6'3 and I drive the Bolero as one of my rides, I have never felt the thigh support thing an issue. and to mention i have a 00 model with bench seat upfront. I have clocked some amazing long distances but yes it is not the most comfortable but not a pain either.

josepeter · 25th March 2009, 06:34

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Originally Posted by Torqy

How loud do you have to play your music to overpower the built-in "tractor music"? That's one reason i still don't have ICE.

@ Torqy - With all windows rolled up the Bolero is not that loud inside; there definitely is a low frequency booming noise while accelerating; but not loud enough to drown out music. The clank from the engine is very sharp from the outside but is not than evident inside. But Yes! You need to crank the volume up quite a bit to overcome all the ambient noise.

Have heard that the Peugeot engined Boleros are much less noisier that the DI ones.

@ Hemanth - I really feel like i will fall over from the front seats; I really don't feel "connected". The stock seat lacks support; but there is a slight improvement after the seat cover was redone with foam support. Nevertheless I'm looking out for a nice pair of front seats.

Does anyone know what seats are these? I found them in T-bhp long time back; can't seem to find the thread now!

Torqy · 25th March 2009, 10:55

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Originally Posted by josepeter

Nevertheless I'm looking out for a nice pair of front seats.

Does anyone know what seats are these? I found them in T-bhp long time back; can't seem to find the thread now!

That is CHAXY's Bolero. PM him.
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/members/chaxy.html

jgsolo27 · 25th March 2009, 12:05

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Originally Posted by hemanth.das

I am 6'3 and I drive the Bolero as one of my rides, I have never felt the thigh support thing an issue. and to mention i have a 00 model with bench seat upfront. I have clocked some amazing long distances but yes it is not the most comfortable but not a pain either.

I am only around 6', but it's a real pain for me to drive long distances. A modification is really required for the front seats

@Jose
How tall are you? I know you will definitely do something with your seats on your ride! Keep posting the modifications you are doing.

Will raising the whole seat frame by around 40 - 50 mm help and give under thigh support? Though Chaxy's seats looks excellent, from the picture I conclude that it is very low. I really need your help in getting it done in Chennai. Mahindra Dealers recommended "Koyas" in Coimbatore!

Torqy · 25th March 2009, 14:15

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Originally Posted by jgsolo27

Mahindra Dealers recommended "Koyas" in Coimbatore!

KOYAS are the upholstery specialists. In my hometown (Palakkad, Kerala) almost all the modded Ambys (meaning Diesel Engine, Gypsy Wheels, Floorshift Gear) had Koyas seats! They've been in this business since the 80's...maybe even earlier.

josepeter · 26th March 2009, 06:49

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Originally Posted by Torqy

That is CHAXY's Bolero. PM him.
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/members/chaxy.html

Thanks Mate! Just PMed Chaxy.

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Originally Posted by jgsolo27

I am only around 6', but it's a real pain for me to drive long distances. A modification is really required for the front seats

@Jose
How tall are you? I know you will definitely do something with your seats on your ride! Keep posting the modifications you are doing.

Will raising the whole seat frame by around 40 - 50 mm help and give under thigh support? Though Chaxy's seats looks excellent, from the picture I conclude that it is very low. I really need your help in getting it done in Chennai. Mahindra Dealers recommended "Koyas" in Coimbatore!

Quite Puny! 5 feet 3

Adding foam around the seat edges should improve thigh support; any upholstery guy will go it for you. The stock Bolero seats lack any support and feels like sitting on a bench! The seats on mine have foam on the edges and it surely feels better.

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Originally Posted by Torqy

KOYAS are the upholstery specialists. In my hometown (Palakkad, Kerala) almost all the modded Ambys (meaning Diesel Engine, Gypsy Wheels, Floorshift Gear) had Koyas seats! They've been in this business since the 80's...maybe even earlier.

In Kerala; Modded upholstery = KOYAS ; tough there are upholstery shops just about everywhere in the state; none seem to have build a brand like KOYAS!

Torqy · 26th March 2009, 07:39

KOYAS website!!

Koyas - Upholstery Works and Car Accessories

jgsolo27 · 26th March 2009, 20:00

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Originally Posted by Torqy

KOYAS website!!

Koyas - Upholstery Works and Car Accessories

Thanks Torqy. I spoke with Koyas people and I have been asked to come over there. It may take one to two days it seems, and will be done to my requirement.

hemanth.das · 8th April 2009, 00:15

did you get any reply from chaxy..

14000rpm · 8th April 2009, 22:12

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Originally Posted by Pain_in_U

Jose, the grille looks awesome, i need one for mine too.

@Pain_in_U, heard you got yourself a grille job ??

Pain_in_U · 8th May 2009, 14:33

Here i am with the new grille...
Thanks to Avinash

Will be uploading better pics shortly.

badboyscad · 8th May 2009, 15:20

@ pain in u: Mesh grill looks classy. Liked the corner placing of the badge.

14000rpm · 8th May 2009, 21:49

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Originally Posted by Pain_in_U

Here i am with the new grille...
Thanks to Avinash

Will be uploading better pics shortly.

looks amazing

. Now all that it needs is black wheel trims and black rear bumpers. looks cool now though. I'm looking forward for better pix.

desigNation · 8th May 2009, 23:18

josepeter-i recently bought a bolero camper,4wd,thinking of modding on the same lines as your's.[the best looking bolero i have ever seen,congrats dude]

ram_hyundai · 8th May 2009, 23:28

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Originally Posted by 14000rpm

looks amazing

. Now all that it needs is black wheel trims and black rear bumpers. looks cool now though. I'm looking forward for better pix.

And she will be called blacky,lolz.Wonderfull grill.And still has a wicked look though.You have made your intentions clear by this simple yet effective mod.Nice job

25th March 2009, 03:05	#106
hemanth.das BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: bangalore Posts: 158 Thanked: 123 Times	I am 6'3 and I drive the Bolero as one of my rides, I have never felt the thigh support thing an issue. and to mention i have a 00 model with bench seat upfront. I have clocked some amazing long distances but yes it is not the most comfortable but not a pain either.
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26th March 2009, 07:39	#112
Torqy BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 966 Thanked: 244 Times	KOYAS website!! Koyas - Upholstery Works and Car Accessories
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8th April 2009, 00:15	#114
hemanth.das BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: bangalore Posts: 158 Thanked: 123 Times	did you get any reply from chaxy..
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8th May 2009, 14:33	#116
Pain_in_U BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: bangalore Posts: 37 Thanked: 5 Times	New grille.... Here i am with the new grille... Thanks to Avinash Will be uploading better pics shortly. Attached Thumbnails
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8th May 2009, 15:20	#117
badboyscad Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TN Posts: 1,511 Thanked: 477 Times View My Garage	@ pain in u: Mesh grill looks classy. Liked the corner placing of the badge.
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8th May 2009, 23:18	#119
desigNation BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: calicut Posts: 661 Thanked: 51 Times View My Garage	josepeter-i recently bought a bolero camper,4wd,thinking of modding on the same lines as your's.[the best looking bolero i have ever seen,congrats dude]
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