joew Posted August 31, 2013 I plan to purchase the cargo NV van and need a second row of seats for crew conversion. What are the sources for extra seats? Original or better? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tatunka Posted August 31, 2013 I have a passenger van and have the original seats. They are comfortable but are not adjustable and it would probably be easy to install the tracks for them. If you want to have seats that are adjustable, aftermarket would be your best bet, then installation might be a little more difficult. As far as sources there are many conversion van part websites with a selection of seats, local dealers and conversion van shops would be where I would start. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vanfan Posted September 1, 2013 You could try here.... http://www.discountvantruck.com/discountvanaccessories/van.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joew Posted September 2, 2013 Thanks for the replies. I saw the passenger van for the first time today so I'm going to be looking at aftermarket seats as I don't belive the 3500"s rear seats would be confortable for long trips. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
axulsuv Posted September 2, 2013 I installed a 2nd row bench from a crashed E-350 , used the OE Ford quick release brackets and just drilled and bolted them in .Had to be able to strap my kids in ! :)There are some pictures in the albums on here of the seat ...Glenn 2 Daydreamin520 and vanfan reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vanfan Posted September 4, 2013 I always wanted a Ford Crewvan. I thought it was a great combination of utility and passenger seating. Great mod axulsuv! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
axulsuv Posted September 4, 2013 And in the NV , Me and one of my boys can still sleep comfortably in the back without removing the seat ! I love the room in this economical van/camper/daily driver !!!Glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oakman Posted September 5, 2013 The factory ford seats work really well in the NV. We've installed them for local dealers several times. You can use the three person bench or the full length four person bench using the factory quick release hardware. Make sure and use large heavy fender washers under the floor so you have the strength needed in case of an accident. I have a seat supplier that takes them out of Ford vans that are converted to commuter vans so we usually have a pretty good supply of them. If you need help getting what you need let me know. Bill www.oaktreevans.com 1 vanfan reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
axulsuv Posted September 7, 2013 I used the 3 person bench , and I made matching backup plates out of 1/8 plate to sandwich the floor , instead of fender washers .... But I was bored at work and had the materials laying about . :)Glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vanfan Posted October 21, 2013 I found this video on youtube. He is installing a third man seat in a Ford van. Some of the installation ideas could possibly work on NV's. I thought it was a good watch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjbj476 Posted January 5, 2014 I am upfitting a 2013 NV 3500SL with a wheelchair lift and will remove the second row of seats. Anyone interested? 1 James Anthony reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jarlybart Posted January 24, 2014 Just found a nice seat from a Toyota that should bolt right in...hope to share pics in the next day or two. Can't wait to start working on the fun stuff that will go into our new van!!! :) :) :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carmen Posted February 9, 2014 I am upfitting a 2013 NV 3500SL with a wheelchair lift and will remove the second row of seats. Anyone interested?I'm interested. Are they the standard grey? I would like something that can be fairly easily removed. How much would you want for it (hopefully you are in western NC). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NVOUS Posted December 13, 2014 I just started a thread showing a neat rack I made using OEM NV seats, and it's removable. They are for sale. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bates Posted December 13, 2014 http://www.freedmanseating.com/seats_and_accessories/ 1 Chris_CommercialManager reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris_CommercialManager Posted December 15, 2014 http://www.freedmanseating.com/seats_and_accessories/I second this company, I have used them in everything from high end exec movers to airport shuttle builds. Best seat for the dollar in my opinion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dented Posted December 27, 2014 I pulled a set from the back of a Dodge Durango. The second row, not the third row. The nice thing about these is that they fold down, and then forward, so you can use the back of the van for cargo when you don't have passengers. The middle seat doesn't fold forward, only down however. Still works good for us. We can fit two mid size enduro bikes in there in this configuration. The seat belts aren't integrated into the two outside seats, so I had to make some plates and weld them to the walls. It got interesting. One seat belt is not very accommodating to larger adults. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjbj476 Posted January 22, 2015 I'm interested. Are they the standard grey? I would like something that can be fairly easily removed. How much would you want for it (hopefully you are in western NC).Carmen, Sorry I missed your post regarding the 2nd row of seats. I know it has been almost a year, but if you still need seats I have them in storage. Yes, they are the typical grey leather. Unfortuneatley I live in Raleigh, not Western NC. It is better to reach me via email at saj6439@gmail.com or phone at 919-215-6439. Stanley 1 James Anthony reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
