erixun
06-27-2010, 04:48 PM
I just finished installing a rear facing seat in the bed of my truck. I needed a extra seat so I could pile in the kiddies if we needed to. But I also wanted to still have engine access, and be removable if need be. I know they make some rumble seat things, and some of them are quick disconnect, but the one I saw at the store left alot to be desired, like a seat that an ADULT can fit on if need be.
So I purchased a new rear replacement seat for a Jeep Wrangler, it came with the front two mounts and a plate with a loop on it for the spring loaded latch on the rear. It is canted towards the rear, and is comfortable. I also purchased after market seat belts that came with mounting hardware and instructions. I then got a 2" angle iron and some flat steel for reinforcing of the bed steel.
The seat is not the biggest that will fit, I think you might be able to get a fullsize Blazer or Bronco seat back there, but I plan on adding some metal boxes on each side for arm rests, cup holders, and weather proof storage. I also like how low the seat sits in the bed, it does not feel like you are going to fall out when you make a turn.
To gain engine access you simply pull a spring loaded catch lever and it rolls forward. It is bolted in, so it is not as fast as pinned quick disconnects to remove totally, but feels tighter/solid and does not rattle, and still gives some engine access with out being removed.
Forgive my paint job, I am also painting all the corners and other exposed metal areas before applying camo clad. I am also planning on spraying in a bed liner on just the floor of the bed.
Total cost: $193.53
Seat and 2 seat belts; $162.89 shipped-Amazon (I think the seat has gone up by $30+ in the past two weeks, the seat belts were $12.89 each and I paid $137 for the seat.)
Bolts, washers, etc. $7.34
2" angle iron- $15.80
1.25" flat steel- $7.50
So I purchased a new rear replacement seat for a Jeep Wrangler, it came with the front two mounts and a plate with a loop on it for the spring loaded latch on the rear. It is canted towards the rear, and is comfortable. I also purchased after market seat belts that came with mounting hardware and instructions. I then got a 2" angle iron and some flat steel for reinforcing of the bed steel.
The seat is not the biggest that will fit, I think you might be able to get a fullsize Blazer or Bronco seat back there, but I plan on adding some metal boxes on each side for arm rests, cup holders, and weather proof storage. I also like how low the seat sits in the bed, it does not feel like you are going to fall out when you make a turn.
To gain engine access you simply pull a spring loaded catch lever and it rolls forward. It is bolted in, so it is not as fast as pinned quick disconnects to remove totally, but feels tighter/solid and does not rattle, and still gives some engine access with out being removed.
Forgive my paint job, I am also painting all the corners and other exposed metal areas before applying camo clad. I am also planning on spraying in a bed liner on just the floor of the bed.
Total cost: $193.53
Seat and 2 seat belts; $162.89 shipped-Amazon (I think the seat has gone up by $30+ in the past two weeks, the seat belts were $12.89 each and I paid $137 for the seat.)
Bolts, washers, etc. $7.34
2" angle iron- $15.80
1.25" flat steel- $7.50