Back Seat Removal...

[Idjiit]

Sorry to lag on this, I did it a couple weeks ago but haven't had time to prep the photos.

Start by removing all items under the storage hatch by "unlocking" the items:
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7622.JPG

Note the spare holder which protrudes above the relatively "flat" back - bummer #1.
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7623.JPG


You'll see that the seat frame is held on by 4 External Torx nuts (the other two are under the bottom seat):
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7624_reduced.JPG

The bottom seat frame is connected by two bolts, but removing these isn't enough to remove the seat. If you're planning on putting in a flat deck, you'll want to use this to mount to anyway, so don't remove it.
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7625.JPG

Instead, remove the seat by using a pair of pliers or a screwdriver to press in the tabs holding the seat cushion to bottom seat frame. Warning: This does not work like Scion bottom seats - if you try to force it, you'll rip the seat! (note - front of seat at the top of the photo, which is where the tabs are)
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7627.JPG

Close-up of tabs:
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7628.JPG

Removing the seat will show the next two torx bolts which screw through the back seat frame to the bottom seat frame. Remove these bolts, pull out the seat and replace the bolts (you'll probably want to use some 3/8" washers since the hole in the bottom seat frame is pretty big.
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7629.JPG

After removing everything you'll see bummer #2 - another protrusion with a cable coming out, which I'm assuming is the gas tank.
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7631.JPG

Lower angle shows the problem. If you want to put in a deck (like I have), you're going to have to add about 2 inches of height to clear the gas tank and spare holder:
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7633.JPG

Top view with everything removed:
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7634.JPG

In total it's about 100lbs saved if you're not going to keep a spare in the car. My big question is whether the back seat frame is actually a structural member. It's a pretty hefty bar...

[riceboy]

Nice removal of the rear seats.. I was just wondering if there was any specific reason for doing this besides the weight savings.. Are you planning on tracking, racing, auto-x the Yaris, or perhaps you've got a real nice audio/video setup planned???

[Idjiit]

It's for increased storage. I'm a photographer, and so I plan on having the bottom be completely flat to store various cases, then another platform will go on top of that (which will actually be two fold-out tables) then my dogs on top of that, with a little more storage for suitcases, camera cases, etc.

The idea is that I can have sort of a "hidden storage" area so I can keep my heavy cases in the car overnight (with an alarm) for shooting weekends where I don't want to drag 200lbs of gear up stairs every night. So I'd just bring in my cameras/laptops and leave everything else in the car. If someone looks in, all they'll see is the flat deck, which will be locked to the bottom.

[stuffy]

that's really interesting idjiit, thanks for the step-by-step

[riceboy]

Wow sounds like quite an undertaking, make sure to keep us posted on how that turns out for you!

[Idjiit]

Will do. Yeah, it's pretty ambitious. I need to find a shop locally that can do aluminum fabrication. I already have a combo aluminum/wood base for the back just to get an idea of how everything can fit together realistically, but the final fab work is way beyond what I can do with screws and square stock.

[DJ_SpaRky]

http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7631.JPG

http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/_W8F7633.JPG

In total it's about 100lbs saved if you're not going to keep a spare in the car. My big question is whether the back seat frame is actually a structural member. It's a pretty hefty bar...


The seat fram kinda looks like a crossbrace or something, just add some bars to the B-Pillars.

[Idjiit]

I'm actually referring to the seat back frame, not the bottom seat frame. The back seat frame is extremely sturdy (and heavy) steel, not aluminum like the bottom seat frame, which I only keep to act as a base for my platform.

[DJ_SpaRky]

I'm actually referring to the seat back frame, not the bottom seat frame. The back seat frame is extremely sturdy (and heavy) steel, not aluminum like the bottom seat frame, which I only keep to act as a base for my platform.


Word, but that bottom piece does look alot like a cross-brace.

[Idjiit]

Word, but that bottom piece does look alot like a cross-brace.

Yeah, I doubt it is. I think if it was structural it would be stronger or have some diagonals in it. Looks like it's designed more to keep asses in place, not wheels. ;)

[why?]

If either was structural, you would not be able to remove them at all. Like on the last gen Camry's, the rear seats didn't fold and you could tell the backs were part of the structure.

In the picture it looks like there are 4 bolts at the corners of that big metal thing. Could it be possible that the white metal thing isn't actually the bottom of the car, or are those bolts all holding something else down?

Also, it almost looks like the spare tire thingy can come off.

I'm prolly stating silly things, but you never know.

Thanks for the pics.

[Idjiit]

With the exception of the black frame, everything that can come off is off. The spare tire holder looks like it's riveted from below. It's possible it's screwed, but I doubt it. Not sure what white thing you're referring to is. In the back on the side of the spare area, the 4 screws are just holding down the plastic cowling for the wheel wells which basically just cover up the metal of the car, not much space savings there.

[why?]

The white thing is the bottom of the car, lol.

[Idjiit]

lol, sorry... overexposed the photos a bit. Yeah, anything that's silver/white is the body of the car. ;)

[AutoTech1]

You should find a way to get the frame out of there. That could be a good twenty lbs shaved or somewhere in that area... I don't know. But I'm sure it wieghts a good amt...

[Idjiit]

It really isn't that heavy. Anything I would build to replace it would likely be heavier.

[SophieSleeps]

idjiit, you're my type of modder.
If I had a yaris I'd be doing the same thing as you.

Since you seem like a person who is truly a DIYer, and you have access to some plain steel (from your other post).

I assume you have either a MIG welder or access to one. If not, they really aren't as expensive as they were before.

You could turn that possible structural seat frame into something usefull for storage. Some square tubing as a base, some flat steel as a frame and some plexi would be fairly lightweight and a good way to organize.

If that frame is something you need, why not keep the base for it's intended purpose but now make something that need out of it.

[Idjiit]

If that frame is something you need, why not keep the base for it's intended purpose but now make something that need out of it.

Yeah, I'm keeping the seat base for the storage I'm currently building. I'm going with aluminum and not welding since I don't know how, but it's a pretty cool solution. I'm about 33% of the way through and will have a big post once it's all done.

In the meantime, I've tapped out aluminum square stock supplies out of every Lowes and Home Depot within a 20mi radius. :laugh: I should have just made a big bulk order somewhere - probably would have been a hell of a lot cheaper.

[Snake]

this weight reduction makes a big difference on the car, its night and day difference without the back seats
:thumbsup:
http://www.hyespeeders.com/Pics/Yaris/yaris9.JPG

[Jagov]

Do the Torx bolts remove from underneath the car?

[Idjiit]

No, you just have to remove all the luggage-area covers, etc. to get to the back bolts and remove the seat cushion to get to the fronts.

[MrMondayNite]

Hi Idjiit, is it possible to swap a regular folding rear bench seat with a 60/40 split,reclining sliding rear seat? The reason I ask is would have to get the power package to get the split rear seat and we all know how hard that is to get right now. Thanks MrMondayNite

[Idjiit]

I can't imagine why it wouldn't be possible, but I don't know for sure.

[Idjiit]

I posted the finished setup here (http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=984).

Here's one of the photos:
http://www.swiftbennett.com/images/yaris/storage/_W8F3551_reduced.jpg

[eTiMaGo]

that is sweeter than pure unrefined sugar :biggrin:

[PETERPOOP]

Well I just did this today. I left the spare tire in the car because I can't risk missing class/work. After weighing what I took out, I believe i lost about 70lbs. Not really that much of a difference, but i NEVER had people or never will have people riding in my back seat. So when I decide to "race" people, i'll just make sure to take out my spare for the activity.

I left the board that covers the spare tire. I am going to put another small board going across and on top of the existing board (that covers the spare) to catch anything that would slide forward into the empty space where the seat was. I'm also going to put some velcro on the outside of the board so I can have the flaps stick to the board so you can't see what's in that "trunk" area if you look in through the windows..

http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp250/tropicalsuckerpunch/CIMG3392.jpg

http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp250/tropicalsuckerpunch/CIMG3393.jpg

http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp250/tropicalsuckerpunch/CIMG3397.jpg

This is where the board will be going. I'l going to put carpet on it so it'll blend in nicely.

Then put some velcro on the outside of the top so the flaps can stick on it and be nice a tight. not droopy

http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp250/tropicalsuckerpunch/board.jpg

I put the rear floor mats over where there would be exposed metal from the car. I will eventually cover it with carpet once i put the board across. I'll post pics when that is all done.

[DerKaiZeRs]

finally I got information how to remove back seat :thumbup:

[pkay]

thanks i have been scraching my head how to get the seat cover on.

[YarisPR]

I did my seat delete(kinda) I haven't removed the upper part or the seat but in all the stuff I think there are a few usless pounds

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h132/angelo011/SeatDelete1.jpg

[cali yaris]

rear 60/40 seats removed = 90.5 pounds

with rear seatbelts and all bolts = ~100 pounds

[justjesus]

Idjiiit. Cool stuff. Giving me some ideas for my liftback. Thanks!

PeterPoop, thanks for showing those pics and the how-to

[chongopants]

I am thinking of undertaking this project myself for the weight loss. To improve mileage and response time.

[tk-421]

I just did this myself... Took 20 mins max. and the difference was felt right away. The only thing I don't like too much is that there's increased noise levels in the back now... Time for some sound deadening, perhaps? :rolleyes:

Also moved the :offtopic: stuff to its own thread here: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22477

[frownonfun]

a DIY on taking out the back seat and no one mentions the size of the TORX bolts? that would really be helpful.

[CTScott]

a DIY on taking out the back seat and no one mentions the size of the TORX bolts? that would really be helpful.

They are E-10

In a pinch an 8mm socket will work as well. When I pull Crashy's rear seat I didn't have a set of external torx, so I went the 8mm route.

[frownonfun]

thanks CTScott. i went ahead and just bought a set. would have rather spent $5 on a single socket than $40 on a whole set i'll probably never use again but oh well. it was one of those "i'm on a mission from god or allah or some other higher power" sort of things. so i couldn't wait for an answer. lol.

after removal did anyone else notice you can hear your gasoline sloshing around. lol. i don't wanna hear that.

[tk-421]

Yup, I hear that too... Kinda freaked me out the first time I heard it :biggrin:

[N9QGS]

Whats the purple, looks like a knob?

[schleppy]

after removal did anyone else notice you can hear your gasoline sloshing around. lol. i don't wanna hear that.

I hear gas sloshing in mine, more exhaust noise, road noise, etc. The car sounds alive!

[TinyGiant]

i've been thinking about how i would like to remove the back but i have friends carpool with me to movies here and there and wouldnt want to lose that

[advocate]

I hear gas sloshing in mine, more exhaust noise, road noise, etc. The car sounds alive!

I love it. The car sounds like a monster now.

[frownonfun]

Whats the purple, looks like a knob?

that knob thing is what secures the spare tire. screws in.

and i can't say i'm enjoying all the extra road noise. there are so many roads out here that have their fair share of loose rocks and man does it sound like the car is taking a beating now that the back seat is out. i need to figure out what i'm gonna cover it with back there cuz not only is everything louder but it just looks terrible.

[scape]

i've been thinking about how i would like to remove the back but i have friends carpool with me to movies here and there and wouldnt want to lose that

ifyou have split rear seats, the backing of one of them might be able to be removed, so any extra people riding along wouldn't be TOTALLY out of luck. then again you could remove both backs and just have them lay down and take their chances hah

[why?]

okay, silly question. did y'all use hand tools to get those darn things out, or drills of some type? I'm guessing drills, because nothing i can do can budge those suckers.

[kac]

nothing but hand tools to remove mine... wrench with an extension...

[tk-421]

+1

[why?]

damn. i literally can't get the things to budge at all. maybe the wrench is too small...

[tk-421]

Yeah you may need more leverage... Maybe you can find a pipe that you can slide the wrench handle through?

[why?]

well the front ones came off really easily. Bigger size though. I can't do anything to the rears, i have a feeling i've stripped them at this point...


In case you didn't already figure it out, this is my first time doing anything like this. I was able to remove the seat cushion and a few of the lower seat belt bolts, but i've given up on the brace for now. going to try again later on or tomorrow, and if i still can't get them i'm going to the store to see if i can get something that will help. I think it was removed once already by the peoples who installed my amp and when they put it back together i bet they way over tourqued it.

[chongopants]

Has anyone weighed the rear bench with belts and all the junk behind it with spare? A weight chart would rock!, I dont have any way of weighing mine, plus its in storage.. please pm me if you guys do this...

[schleppy]

Has anyone weighed the rear bench with belts and all the junk behind it with spare? A weight chart would rock!, I dont have any way of weighing mine, plus its in storage.. please pm me if you guys do this...

I think (if I remember correctly), all the crap removed in the back amounts to a 100lbs or so.

[chongopants]

yeah, I appreciate it, but I am looking for more exact info.

[advocate]

well the front ones came off really easily. Bigger size though. I can't do anything to the rears, i have a feeling i've stripped them at this point...


In case you didn't already figure it out, this is my first time doing anything like this. I was able to remove the seat cushion and a few of the lower seat belt bolts, but i've given up on the brace for now. going to try again later on or tomorrow, and if i still can't get them i'm going to the store to see if i can get something that will help. I think it was removed once already by the peoples who installed my amp and when they put it back together i bet they way over tourqued it.



The magnitude of torque depends on three quantities: First, the force applied; second, the length of the lever arm[4] connecting the axis to the point of force application; and third, the angle between the two. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torque)

Basically, using the longest wrench possible helps a lot. Also make sure you have the right socket. They are torx (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torx) bolts.

[rtom]

Has anybody measured their fuel economy before and after this mod?

I guess you could estimate the change just from the weight difference.

[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?

[Klink10]

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.

[why?]

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.
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]

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]

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]

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.

[yariSB86]

First off, thanks for the DIY. Was very helpful.

So i removed my 60/40 sliding/reclining back seats. Was pretty simple after i realized that this DIY is based on a bench seat and not the 60/40 split. Only difference was that there is no removing the seat cushion from the frame, it all stays connected. I also removed the "middle" seat belt that hangs from the overhead. you know, that one that's RIGHT in the middle of the rear view mirror! The last pic is with the "spare tire cover" laid back in.

p.s. Torx bolts are a PITA when you stripe them...:mad:

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/419227_283160521756971_100001890758715_688902_1306 791265_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/426908_283161298423560_100001890758715_688903_1438 505759_n.jpg

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[why?]

looks great, tell me about those torx bolts. I stripped one and had to go everywhere to find someone who could get it out. Finally found a guy at a body shop who was able to do it in a few minutes.

[yariSB86]

I used an 8mm socket wrench that took all but one bolt out. I had to hammer down a 7mm to break the seal.

[watersoilair]

Hello,

I am looking to remove the rear backrest, not the bottom part. I do a lot of camping and need just a tad bit more space...could someone help with this? The tutorial doesn't really cover that part (unless I've missed it)! Thanks!

From Ontario, Canada

[yariSB86]

What back seat setup do you have? The bench or the reclining 60/40 split?

[WeeYari]

Hello,

I am looking to remove the rear backrest, not the bottom part. I do a lot of camping and need just a tad bit more space...could someone help with this? The tutorial doesn't really cover that part (unless I've missed it)! Thanks!

From Ontario, Canada

I'm assuming you have the solid bench.

- You need to remove the two torx bolts from the rear mounting points accessible through the hatch

- You then need to pop off the bottom cushion to access two more torx bolts hidden beneath it. Since at this point there are only two more hex bolts left in the entire assembly, you might as well take everything out.

Socket for the torx is an E10 torx. Do not attempt to use an 8mm. Two hex bolts are 14mm

[naossoan]

Where can I buy the solid bench backs eat platform thing, for when the seats are removed? Really want one of these!

[WeeYari]

Where can I buy the solid bench backs eat platform thing, for when the seats are removed? Really want one of these!

What?

[Klink10]

Where can I buy the solid bench backs eat platform thing, for when the seats are removed? Really want one of these!

To take it further, from what I understand of your question. Removal of the seat be it solid or 60/40 will leave a void. There is no platform available for purchase to fill it. You can make one as several on the forums have.

[dvlnblkdrs]

so glad others are jumping on this awesome bandwagon.. i love mine :biggrin:

[why?]

"We will slay these evil back seats wherever they may travel. They may have power, but we have justice on our side!"

[mazilla]

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb230/mr-mazilla/d2df4aea.jpg
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb230/mr-mazilla/c14e0730.jpg

[mazilla]

Where can I buy the solid bench backs eat platform thing, for when the seats are removed? Really want one of these!

What?


I'm assuming he means the seat frame only, the part that attaches to the floor...it makes you wonder what could have happened to his.

[LugNut]

It's way too freaking hot, windy, and scorching sunny to work much outside again (104F predicted today), so I'm continuing the Yaris mods and other odd jobs.

One goal is to reversibly convert the 2DR Liftback to a two seater. I've got the back deck, etc., spare tire, and jack out, and see the Torx(R) bolts that I need to remove to pull out the split rear seats. Yes, I'll be keeping them, sorry!

But, for the future deck that I'll be putting in (plans/pics later), I see that I'll need the lower rear seat frame (welded black tubes in the early pics in this thread) for a bench rear seat to support the new deck. I see it for sale OEM for about $105 including shipping from various discount Toyota sources; it's called the "Front Leg Assy".

But ...

Q1: If anyone has a spare lower seat frame in near-mint condition (for a liftback, NOT the sedan) for noticeably cheaper, and is near Kansas City, please let me know! I'll likely order an OEM one in a few days or so if I don't hear back from anyone.

Q2: For those who disconnected/removed the rear seat belts, are you getting error codes/dummy lights illuminated? I'll likely keep the upper portions in place though.

Thanks in advance! :thumbsup:

[LugNut]

I just finished removing the split seats, and vacuuming up.

For my 2007, all the mounting bolts were Torx(R) E10's. The bolts definitely have undersized heads!

There are four on the back (two for each seat), and the two outermost were somewhat corroded from underneath. They are not exposed from below. I used a 3/8 breaker bar to start them, then sprayed WD-40 under each head (from above), screwed them back in, then out a bit further. Kept repeating (a few times), and they came out nicely.

There are five down low on the metal bracket -- pop loose the three plastic covers first. These bolts all came out fairly easily.

Then tilt up the seat bottoms to expose two more identical E10 bolts for each seat. I did the smaller/right seat first, and took it out, to make room for removing the bigger/left seat. The seat belts' retainers are attached to the left seat, and come out with them. There were no wires to detach; the seats' actuator wire stay as is.

Take the seats out through the back, over the transom. I used a big padded dog bed to protect the car. The seats are bulky/heavy/sharp edges/etc., so gloves and a helper would have been wise.

The split seats, especially the left, are heavy! With the spare tire, etc. out too, should be big weight savings as noted previously in this thread. I'll continue to carry a full can of Fix-A-Flat with me, but for long drives I'll throw the tire, jack, and tools back in the car on top of the coming deck.

At least for now, I put the bolts back in, a little more than finger tight so they won't disappear.

It's quite roomy in the back of the Yaris now. I'm debating removing the center arm rest/rear cup holder too, but the front seats, when slid fully back, are basically flush with the cup holder.

[FrankM]

ill leave the seat in the car , told the wife she will have to drop about 75 Lbs , now thats going to leave a mark.

[why?]

after taking out all the rear belts and seats there are no dummy lights at all. Most people who take a look don't think there was a back seat ever, because the room back there looks so small.

[Gigi is my girl <3]

Can't wait to take my split seats out. I love them, but living away from family I never use them. I'm stoked to have more space for camping and roadtrips! I'm looking to build up a small platform to stash my gear under and sleep on top. I've done this before, at 5'6", I can sleep diagonal with no problem. If anyone has suggestions about the platform, I'd love to hear them.

[Rigojr]

I have a 2008 Yaris Sedan and the back seat it a bit different to take off. My mom took it to get shampood and returned it to me with the back seat loose on one side. Can anyone please advise on what to look for and how to tighten the loose passenger side please???

[Gigi is my girl <3]

So, my little weakling arms couldn't get the bolts loose. I had the dealership remove them when they replaced my rear shocks! No more rear seats, more room for the roadtrip to Arches!!

[vten]

just did my rear seat removal today , I had to cut one of the rear torx bolt with my recripo saw. the head of the bolt was actually snapped in 2 pieces !!.

now I can start with my audio project ...need to finish asap tho ...it's soooo noisy with the bare metal !

[cutchin]

After going thru He** to get the back seat cushion out on my 2007 sedan, I wanted to share with others how you do it. You pull straight up on the from of the seat. It is super hard to pull it loose. You'll swear that you're going to break something, but it will come loose. I had to call the dealer to find this out. The previous posts on this thread talk about the LB, but it wasn't clear if that also applied to the sedan. I couldn't find anywhere that the sedan was specifically mentioned. I thought this information might be helpful.

[David gillespie]

I am beginning work now on a similar modification to my 2007 Yaris. First I am removing the back seat and the front passenger seat, then I am planning to level the passenger side of the vehicle from front to back so as to create a comfy place to sleep. I don't know if it will look as pretty as what you've got there but i hope to build something functional. My purpose in doing this is to facilitate a 4 month trip around the US. I intend on sleeping in my car for much of the trip.

[nookandcrannycar]

I am beginning work now on a similar modification to my 2007 Yaris. First I am removing the back seat and the front passenger seat, then I am planning to level the passenger side of the vehicle from front to back so as to create a comfy place to sleep. I don't know if it will look as pretty as what you've got there but i hope to build something functional. My purpose in doing this is to facilitate a 4 month trip around the US. I intend on sleeping in my car for much of the trip.

Please keep us posted with your mods re this if you can :thumbsup:. This summer I plan to hit some of the U.S. locations my Yaris hasn't 'seen' yet, and I was thinking about removing the passenger seat only (not the rear seat) to create more room and to use for sleeping in a pinch (with the rear seat folded down).

[El Kapitan]

i know you've been gone for years but thanks for posting this. i love this forum.

[attrapereves]

I really want to do this as well. I'd love the have the increased storage space.