A Planted Technology seat bracket for the Toyota Hilux, third generation on the N30 and N40 chassis, 1978 to 1983. Part number SB409.
The generation that got four wheel drive
Toyota added a proper four wheel drive version to the Hilux for this generation, which is where the vehicle’s reputation actually starts. Before that it was a workaday two wheel drive pickup.
That makes the surviving four wheel drive N30 and N40 trucks the historically interesting ones, and values on good examples have moved a long way as people rediscover small classic pickups.
Which changes the approach
The bracket picks up the factory mounting points so nothing is cut and the original seats come out whole. On a truck that might be restored properly one day that is the right call. Store them somewhere dry.
Practical
Forty five year old pickup floors that have carried loads deserve a serious look with the mat up before you spend anything.
A period trimmed shell suits a truck of this age far better than a modern bucket. Handed, so order twice for a pair.
Have you written anything about this exact product?
Yes, we have covered this exact product: Lexus Planted Technology Frames Updated For 2026, and Customer Car: Subaru Impreza With Corbeau RRS Seats and Planted Technology Brackets. That is first-hand coverage from our own builds and showroom, not brochure copy.
Will this fit my car?
This frame is made for the Toyota Hilux, Toyota Pickup. Chassis code and years matter more than the badge, as floor pans change between generations, so if your car sits near a changeover year, send us the registration and we will confirm before you order.
Which seats does it take?
Check the bolt pattern in the specification against your seat. The Compatible seats tab above lists what bolts straight on. If your seat is not listed, tell us what you run and we will confirm the fit.
Do I keep fore-and-aft adjustment?
Only with a sliding runner between the frame and the seat, which is a separate part on Planted frames. If more than one person drives the car, budget for the runner. Our guide to sliding runners explains the options and widths.
Is this for the driver or passenger side?
Both sides are available on this listing, pick driver or passenger side at the point of order (sides listed are for right-hand-drive cars). Left-hand-drive car? Ask us, as the sides swap over and availability varies by model.