Rear seats vs. non 2+2....weight?
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Rear seats vs. non 2+2....weight?
What would weigh less? having my TII stock in the back or having the 2+2 set up in the back? I honestly wouldn't mind putting the back seats in, I think it looks better. But I'm not about to do it and add wieight.
Any insight on this?
*wasn't really sure what to search for either*
Any insight on this?
*wasn't really sure what to search for either*
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Pretty sure the weight difference is only like 5 pounds (atleast in the factory documentation)
Its not a big difference anyway...
EDIT: sorry, more specifically, the seats were 5 pounds heavier than the bins.
Its not a big difference anyway...
EDIT: sorry, more specifically, the seats were 5 pounds heavier than the bins.
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yea i wanted to do that also but all the damn things are like 200$ i can't find any that i can afford...but when i do im putting them in...anyone know how hard it is to put backseats in??
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Originally posted by xxxbadassfoxxxx
yea i wanted to do that also but all the damn things are like 200$ i can't find any that i can afford...but when i do im putting them in...anyone know how hard it is to put backseats in??
yea i wanted to do that also but all the damn things are like 200$ i can't find any that i can afford...but when i do im putting them in...anyone know how hard it is to put backseats in??
Also, if they are 5# more then I might see what it takes to remove the metal brace from the back part. Maybe replace it with a fiberglass support. No one is EVER going to use those things so they don't really need to be safe. Yes, a lot of work for a few lbs... but whatever, this pig weighs 2,900lbs right now.
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yes i hate them..i already took out the boxes and everything else in the back...now it looks like there is 2 holes...i even bolted a seatbelt to the body so someone can sit there but its still not to comfy..but you could always do that...just take out the boxes and put nothing back in...im selling the rest of it...its rare and you can get some good money for it
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Originally posted by autocrash
lol..... why not just leave the boxes? or do you really hate them *that* much?
lol..... why not just leave the boxes? or do you really hate them *that* much?
What I meant was... If I can make the 2+2 set up as light as or lighter than the bin set up I'll do it.
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I also don't want a gutted look. I want a somewhat of a presentable car ya know. I did the back seat removal thing in my other car and everyone always complains. (can't have girls complaining about your car and not liking it now, can you? ) I also managed to drop around 270+lbs off my other car at one point too. Want to do near that on this car.
I was also looking at that black fiberglass(?) thing that shapes the back of the car. Might see if there is a lighter material that can be used.... Maybe a thinner piece of fiberglass.
I have not really dug into weight reduction on these cars too much. I actually have another window open searching old posts on the subject.
I was also looking at that black fiberglass(?) thing that shapes the back of the car. Might see if there is a lighter material that can be used.... Maybe a thinner piece of fiberglass.
I have not really dug into weight reduction on these cars too much. I actually have another window open searching old posts on the subject.
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I sure wouldn't be using the seat belts if I put the seats in. So depending on what actaully is put in the car it could in fact save weight..... hmmm
By the way... I found some rear seats. They are blue and I really don't want that (grey interior w/ black Corbeau seats). So if you are interested let me know. Think it's going for $100...
By the way... I found some rear seats. They are blue and I really don't want that (grey interior w/ black Corbeau seats). So if you are interested let me know. Think it's going for $100...
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I have an extra rear seat. They are not heavy at all.
Anyone wanna buy the seat from me? PM me if so.
It is blue cloth with blue leather trim, just cleaned them and they're in good shape. I also have all mounts, bolts and seat belts.
I'm not sure on a fair price though... I guess offers.
Anyone wanna buy the seat from me? PM me if so.
It is blue cloth with blue leather trim, just cleaned them and they're in good shape. I also have all mounts, bolts and seat belts.
I'm not sure on a fair price though... I guess offers.
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Rear seats
Hi all. I have a set of grey cloth rear seats that I am willing to sell. Rear carpet, all brackets, bolts, everything included!
$150 + shipping or pickup.
I am located in Richmond, VA
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$150 + shipping or pickup.
I am located in Richmond, VA
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My sport had no bins or rear seats stock,.. just a fiberglass shelf under the carpet,.. i think thats the lightest,.. I put seats in though,.. there really not to heavy,.. felt like ~#30.
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I'm looking to start a family, and am serisouly considering replacing the bins with seats. They look like they'll fit a car seat and the kid can fit for a couple of more years after that.
It means re-planning my amp and car-puter placement, but oh well.
Does anyone have a good pic of them installed in the car, and what they look like when they're folded down? Thanks!
It means re-planning my amp and car-puter placement, but oh well.
Does anyone have a good pic of them installed in the car, and what they look like when they're folded down? Thanks!
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Here's what I want to do, I'm not sure if anyone else has done it yet.
Do like the Porsche GT3: Get some custom fit carpet made, it will look sexy stock awesome and won't weigh anything.
Do like the Porsche GT3: Get some custom fit carpet made, it will look sexy stock awesome and won't weigh anything.
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Im planning on removing my rear seats and replacing them wiht bins but leaving cutouts so i can use the bolting points for the rear belts to affix my 4 point harness. That GT3 rear is ******* georgous but unless i saw it imperson i have no idea where to begin attempting that.