Has anyone found a better rear seat "fold-up" mechanism?

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07/29/2012, 02:09 PM
89Vette

Has anyone found a better rear seat "fold-up" mechanism?

I don't care for the strap method...as the seat always has some fore/aft movement [when strapped]. Has anyone devised a better hold-down for this.

BTW...I know the rear seat will come out. So, don't post about that option.

Thanks!
07/30/2012, 05:00 AM
tom4bren

The strap has always worked fine for me (I tighten it down pretty good though).

You could always put a rolled up blanket or sumpn under the headrest(s). That should give the strap more to pull against.
07/30/2012, 06:07 AM
JAMAS

Here was my solution:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...s/IMAG1172.jpg

I basically leave the seats in place, but folded flat. I have a cargo box in the back that will flush up with 2 other boards that come together to form a truck bed of sorts.

The beauty of the 2 boards is that I can remove one and leave a car seat in.

....Like this...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...s/IMAG1173.jpg
07/30/2012, 06:32 AM
evillecutter

my strap holds tight but the seats make a squeaky noise every time i hit a bump from rubbing against the front seats
07/30/2012, 07:54 AM
VXorado

Maybe replace the oem strap with a mini ratchet strap. Then you'll be able to "sinch" the folded seat down.

:_confused
07/30/2012, 08:22 AM
tom4bren

I was going to suggest the rubber hood latch from a Jeep - but figured that I'd be banned from the forum forever.:)
07/30/2012, 08:42 AM
JAMAS

Quote:

Originally Posted by VXorado

Maybe replace the oem strap with a mini ratchet strap. Then you'll be able to "sinch" the folded seat down.

:_confused

I think some of the 2000 and 2001 models have an adjustable strap.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6192/...7053d2b2_b.jpg
07/30/2012, 09:01 AM
VXorado

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAMAS

I think some of the 2000 and 2001 models have an adjustable strap.

Nice, I didn't know that. :thumbup:

Seems like that's an easy solution.
07/30/2012, 09:18 AM
tom4bren

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAMAS

I think some of the 2000 and 2001 models have an adjustable strap.

Yah, that what I have in mine.
07/30/2012, 09:35 AM
pbkid

I used to have the adjustable strap when I had my VX, but it ripped out of the seat. I highly suggest to not do too much heavy wheeling with the straps holding the seat up.
07/30/2012, 08:02 PM
89Vette

Quote:

Originally Posted by evillecutter

my strap holds tight but the seats make a squeaky noise every time i hit a bump from rubbing against the front seats

That's what drives me nuts. And, I'd like to avoid carrying a blanket all year round. Gotta like a solution like the one JAMAS posted! You probably end up with a bigger/longer flat area. Would be cool if all the boards were hinged....maybe a 2-pc board on the seats? Hmmmm...

Have to make it where I didn't get rid of one noise...just to gain another.
07/30/2012, 08:15 PM
RickOKC

Yeah the squeaking of the folded back seat rubbing against the front seats annoyed me, too. Instead of carrying around an entire blanket, I just used a towel. I figured out I could push back/lean back ONLY the passenger seat to keep the rear seat tight against the rear seat and the towel got rid of the squeaks between them.
07/31/2012, 05:57 AM
JAMAS

Quote:

Originally Posted by 89Vette

Gotta like a solution like the one JAMAS posted! You probably end up with a bigger/longer flat area. Would be cool if all the boards were hinged....maybe a 2-pc board on the seats? Hmmmm...

Have to make it where I didn't get rid of one noise...just to gain another.

Thanks!

The boards on the seats are currently 2 pieces. There are a total of 4 separate pieces. 2 boxes that look like 1, and 2 boards that look like 1. The configurations are endless. Alright, maybe not endless, but there are several. I have been fighting with the best way to join the everything together. Currently, there is a bit of velcro on all the edges that line up nicely. I wanted to keep the surface as flat as possible without latches or hinges. My latest thought is a peg system.There are "legs" in the front that support the weight since it extends over the seat and foot well. I like the solution a lot because it gives me a ton more space. Even more flat space than if you remove the seats completely. My back seat area is silent.
07/31/2012, 06:29 AM
Ldub

Quote:

Originally Posted by 89Vette

And, I'd like to avoid carrying a blanket all year round.

You said a mouth full right there Dude...:yesgray:

IMO, the Jackson family currently has enough on their plate, without you having one of these wedged into the back somewhere...:laughing:

It'd prolly make MORE noise than you are currently experiencing.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LmRngV9ToT...18-500-500.jpg

Don't forget to bring a towel...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/towelie.jpg
07/31/2012, 05:30 PM
RickOKC

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldub

You said a mouth full right there Dude...:yesgray:

IMO, the Jackson family currently has enough on their plate, without you having one of these wedged into the back somewhere...:laughing:

It'd prolly make MORE noise than you are currently experiencing.

It took me a while before I realized who was in the picture, the nature of your message and then laughed beer out my nose!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldub

Don't forget to bring a towel...

That one... I immediately laughed beer out my nose.

Now my sinuses burn and my shirt is wet.
07/31/2012, 05:38 PM
Ldub

Quote:

Originally Posted by RickOKC

Now my sinuses burn and my shirt is wet.

Rick...you know I'm here to help...:yesgray:...:laughing:...:laughing:

Had you thought to bring a towel, you would have only burning sinuses left to deal with...:smilewink

BACK SEAT STRAP...FORD HAS A BETTER IDEA...FILM @ 11:00...:yesgray: