Custom Seat Covers - Coverking, Wet Okole, Bartact
Custom-fit seat covers to protect and refresh the worn factory cloth. Wet Okole (neoprene), Coverking (canvas/leatherette), Bartact (tactical) - all make XJ patterns.
XJ factory cloth is worn out on most surviving examples. Custom covers protect what's left and let you actually use the truck as a 4x4 (muddy clothes, wet dogs, etc).
- Wet Okole: neoprene, waterproof, comes in dozens of colors. ~$280 front pair, $350 rear bench. Tight fit, dries fast. The XJ-specific pattern accounts for the integrated headrest on most trims.
- Coverking: more options (canvas, ballistic, leatherette, Cordura). $200-450 front pair. Canvas is the truck-classic choice; ballistic is the most durable.
- Bartact: tactical/MOLLE covers with PALS webbing for attaching pouches. $300-500 front. Useful for tools, flashlights, multitool.
- Smittybilt G.E.A.R.: budget MOLLE option, ~$120 front pair. Quality is mid but the storage pockets are useful.
Fit notes: confirm the seat type when ordering — XJs came with headrest types that vary by year/trim. Power seat option (Country) needs different covers than manual. Some sellers ask for VIN to verify.
Install: 1-2 hours for a pair. Most covers stretch over seat from top, attaching with elastic + hook fasteners at the seat sides under the cushion.
Why it works
- protects worn factory upholstery
- waterproof options
- tactical MOLLE on Bartact
Trade-offs
- neoprene gets hot
- must specify exact seat config
Tools required
- none, maybe a butter knife to tuck
Parts
| Part | Vendor | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Okole XJ neoprene covers (front pair) | Wet Okole | ~$280 |
| Coverking Ballistic XJ covers | Coverking | ~$320 |
| Bartact MOLLE seat covers | Bartact | ~$380 |
Sources
Related
- Seat Swap - TJ / WJ / ZJ Leather Seats
- All Jeep Cherokee XJ guides & tools
- Browse the full DIY database
Written and maintained by an AZ wheeler and driveway wrencher. How we source guides. Always cross-reference your factory service manual — modifications affect vehicle safety and warranty. Work at your own risk.