redtomatoman Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 Would it be possible to easily retrofit the third row of seats to convert a three row DJ into a two row DJ? I never use the third row of seats. It has always bothered my that I am constantly lugging around the weight of those seats. If I could easily convert my 7 passenger DJ to a 5 passenger DJ with a purchase of parts, I would certainly consider that. I don't want to lose any rear compartment space. I've never seen a 5 passenger DJ, but I think they have extra storage space where the seats are positioned. Am I right? If anyone could post a diagram of the parts that would replace the seats, that would be great. I'm not sure how much those seats weigh vs the replacement parts, but potentially getting rid of significant dead weight may be an efficiency and performance upgrade. Peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhareFred Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 Im not sure the cost would out-weigh any benifits. The seats dont weigh that much, and you basically have to rebuild the back end, but anything can be done if you throw enough money at it. I don't know first hand how much is involved, but it seems to me not to be worth the effort. I have the third row seats and used them about half a dozen times since 09, but I just keep them down. If nothing else, the third row may increase your trade in value. Hopefully someone else can be more helpful than I was, good luck! jkeaton and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Lobitz68 Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 The 2 row version does have a lot more floor storage... I have thought about this too, but mostly because I have NEVER used the third row and would love the extra storage. I think you can just replace the floor, though the 2 row does have the option for a cargo cover. In order to get the cover I believe you would need to replace the side panels in the rear as well. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramfrank Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 It could probably be done without tooooo much trouble. The seats and belts would have to come out, as would the left and right side trim panels and the tray under the cargo deck.You could probably get the right parts (the trim, the cargo tray the cargo carpet (the part that sticks forward to cover the space behind the 2nd row seats and the cover) and the deck from a scrap yard for not too much money. There might be some other bits and pieces, but they could be taken from the donor vehicle - you'd be able to tell when you get to it to strip out the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 I have removed the floor on mine to install wiring for the subwoofer... it is pretty easy to get everything out. You do need to remove the side panels first, but I think it was like 2 or 3 screws per side and a bunch of snap fittings. Quick and simple. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 The side panels have to be different between the 5 and 7 passenger. The cargo cover will fit the 5 passenger but not the 7 passenger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silenze Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 What exactly does the 2 row delete? Does it still have the overhead vents on the second row? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 The cargo cover for me was a pain in the ass. Always in the way even when rolled up. I threw mine in the dumpster where it belonged. Mine is the closet! 11journeybama and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlindSquirrel Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 How about if there was a way to turn the middle row around so it would be like a mini-limo. I'm an ideas-rodent. Come to think of it, it'd probably be safer in a head on collision. dhh3 and 11journeybama 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 The side panels have to be different between the 5 and 7 passenger. The cargo cover will fit the 5 passenger but not the 7 passenger. They are, but I think they both fit as long as you're not concerned about the cargo cover. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) All I know is that you can fit a blow up mattress in the back of you let the second row seats down. It makes for a fine shag mobile. I stopped reading when you said "you can fit a blow up" I was expecting an X-Rated comment lol. Edited December 18, 2015 by rolly 11journeybama and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockey_puck Posted December 18, 2015 Report Share Posted December 18, 2015 All I know is that you can fit a blow up mattress in the back of you let the second row seats down. It makes for a fine shag mobile. You can get a matching blow up date doll too! 11journeybama and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted December 19, 2015 Report Share Posted December 19, 2015 Betty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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