YJ Seat Bracket Install by Altered Life

Upgrading the seats in your Jeep YJ can be a game-changer—but only if they sit right. If you’ve swapped to aftermarket bucket seats and found yourself perched a little too high, you’re not alone. Altered Life recently tackled this problem with a set of Motobilt Sliding Front Seat Mounts for Jeep YJ, and the difference is night and day.

Why Upgrade Your YJ Seat Mounts?

Factory seat brackets often leave the driver sitting higher than ideal, especially with aftermarket seats. That extra height eats up headroom and can make getting in and out more of a climb than it should be. It’s a common complaint for anyone building a YJ for the trails or daily driving.

Motobilt’s sliding front seat mounts are designed to solve this issue. These American-made brackets let you dial in your seat height, giving you a lower, more comfortable position—without any custom fabrication. Whether you’re tall, short, or somewhere in between, these mounts allow for a setup that feels right for you.

About the Motobilt Sliding Front Seat Mounts

Motobilt’s seat mounts are specifically engineered for the Jeep YJ and compatible with most aftermarket suspension seats with mounting tabs that measure 14" wide by 18" deep, including popular models from PRP. The kit includes:

Two heavy-duty, adjustable steel seat brackets that bolt directly to the YJ’s factory floor mounts
Quality seat sliders for easy fore-aft adjustment
Multiple height configurations, using flip-up or flip-down L-brackets so you can set the seats lower than stock or fine-tune to your preference
All necessary hardware (except two floor bolts, which may need to be reused or sourced separately)

With this kit, you can expect more headroom, improved comfort, and a seating position that’s perfect for off-road or everyday use.

Step-by-Step Installation

In the Altered Life video, the installation starts by removing the old seats and brackets, making room for the new setup. Here’s how it went down:

Bracket Mounting: The Motobilt brackets bolt into the factory holes on the floor, making installation straightforward. If you have pressed-in studs for the rear holes, you may need to source two new bolts, as noted in the instructions.
Seat Slider Installation: The included sliders give you adjustable seating, letting you slide forward or back as needed. They mount securely with the provided hardware.
Height Adjustment: The L-brackets can be flipped up or down to get your seat at just the right height. This flexibility is a huge plus, letting you drop the seat down lower than the factory mounts or fine-tune for your perfect fit.
Connecting the Slider Release: A supplied metal rod links both slider handles, making it easy to slide the seat with one motion. A little electrical tape keeps things tidy and comfortable under the seat.
Final Mounting: With everything snugged up, the PRP seats were bolted in place. Measuring as you go ensures a centered, rattle-free fit.

The Result: A Better Jeep Experience

The improvement was obvious right away. The seats now sit lower, giving Altered Life more headroom and a better driving angle. Entry and exit are easier, and there’s more comfort for long days on the trail. The seat sliders and recline functions work perfectly, and the adjustable brackets ensure the setup fits just right, no matter your height or seating preference.

According to Altered Life, this install is an “11 out of 10” upgrade for any YJ owner looking to modernize their rig’s interior and maximize comfort.

Final Thoughts

If your Jeep YJ seats just feel a bit too high—or you want the ultimate adjustability and comfort—Motobilt’s sliding front seat mounts are the answer. They’re built for real off-roaders, easy to install, and solve one of the most common headaches for YJ owners running aftermarket seats.

Check out the full product details or pick up a set for your build Here.