Back Seat Removal...

[andru47]

Thanks for the write up. Got it done after hassleing with the torx bolts. My question now is for those who have removed the seats. Any tips for storing the bench in good condition? What did you guys do? Thanks.

[rtom]

I'm considering removing my 60/40 rear seats in my '10 LB to create more space for hauling. First item on my list: a 30" range. Best way to fit it in completely would be to have the 30" dimension of the range (which is the width of the range when it is oriented normally in a kitchen) oriented vertically in the car. In other words, the range would be on its side.

How much additional vertical clearance do you get from removing the rear seats in a LB?

[why?]

Originally Posted by andru47

Thanks for the write up. Got it done after hassleing with the torx bolts. My question now is for those who have removed the seats. Any tips for storing the bench in good condition? What did you guys do? Thanks.

mine is sitting in a house about 1200 miles away. Don't really care about it.

Originally Posted by rtom

I'm considering removing my 60/40 rear seats in my '10 LB to create more space for hauling. First item on my list: a 30" range. Best way to fit it in completely would be to have the 30" dimension of the range (which is the width of the range when it is oriented normally in a kitchen) oriented vertically in the car. In other words, the range would be on its side.

How much additional vertical clearance do you get from removing the rear seats in a LB?

maybe 6"? maybe a little more. it doesn't double the space back there.

[bairjo]

I never thought i would take out the back seat. However i had a bag of salt/calcium chloride mix break open and it all over the place under the seats, spare tire, under the side molding. Freakin mess! Gota take the seat out to get it all cleaned out.

[Klink10]

Originally Posted by bairjo

I never thought i would take out the back seat. However i had a bag of salt/calcium chloride mix break open and it all over the place under the seats, spare tire, under the side molding. Freakin mess! Gota take the seat out to get it all cleaned out.

That's ashame. Good luck. Try and find the cargo tray and get it. Worth what I paid back when.

[Shinare]

Originally Posted by Klink10

That's ashame. Good luck. Try and find the cargo tray and get it. Worth what I paid back when.

Cargo Tray? Is this something pre-made for a yaris HB with the rear seat removed?

[Klink10]

Originally Posted by Shinare

Cargo Tray? Is this something pre-made for a yaris HB with the rear seat removed?

Actually it was made as a Toyota accessory to use with the seat in. When I removed my seat which the back of secures the tray in place (to keep it from sliding forward), I fabricated some brackets and plastic to use the seat bolt holes to keep it secured now. Works like a champ. Had to, as I use this vehicle on occasion to fill my fuel containers and didn't want any spills. Easy to clean also.

[Klink10]

Originally Posted by andru47

Thanks for the write up. Got it done after hassleing with the torx bolts. My question now is for those who have removed the seats. Any tips for storing the bench in good condition? What did you guys do? Thanks.

Sitting in my shop covered in plastic. Probably sell it.