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Do you tow with a Honda Odyssey?, Put 2nd (AND 3rd) row seats to use!

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 08:29 PM Post #1
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	The "Back" bucket seats; a.k.a. the Second Row Seats are removeable... This post has been edited by Frederick L. Simson: Nov 15 2005, 05:39 PM OdysseySeat_004.jpg ( 75.77K ) Number of downloads: 78 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 08:31 PM Post #2
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	First, fold the back flat... OdysseySeat_005.jpg ( 77.89K ) Number of downloads: 42 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 08:33 PM Post #3
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Then, reach under the front outboard corner, pull the release, and rotate the whole seat forward... OdysseySeat_006.jpg ( 76.34K ) Number of downloads: 30 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 08:35 PM Post #4
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Now that the seat is released from the floor anchors, it can be removed from the vehicle... OdysseySeat_007.jpg ( 77.58K ) Number of downloads: 29 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 08:40 PM Post #5
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Here's where I studied the situation to make my mod. I wanted to re-create the floor anchors in a portable platform that I could use at my campsite. For this I thought and thought about what would be the simplest design to accomplish my goal. I came up with a minimalist frame... This post has been edited by Frederick L. Simson: Nov 12 2005, 09:35 PM -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:00 PM Post #6
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	When I was camping at Cibbets Flats last month, Gina pointed out some abandoned lumber, that someone wanted to burn, but campfires were restricted that weekend. I found 4 identical pieces, 2" x 2 3/4" x 23" long. Then I studied the floor anchors in the van. They are made out of rods with different diameters. This is so you do not install them in the wrong positions; preserving proper seat belt function. I discovered: The rear anchor rods on both seats are the same. 3/8" diameter. The forward anchor rods on the Passenger side seat are 1/2" diameter. The forward anchor rods on the Driver's side seat are 1/4" diameter. The forward-to-rear rod spacing on the Passenger side seat is 11 3/8" centerline-to-centerline. The forward-to-rear rod spacing on the Driver's side seat is 11 5/8" centerline-to-centerline. I went to Home Depot and bought galvanized steel rods: 2 each at 3/8" diameter 1 each at 1/2" diameter 1 each at 1/4" diameter They are sold in 36" lengths. I cut them down to 23". Then I drilled appropriate sized holes, 1 inch deep, at appropriate spacing that was different for each pair of wood blocks. This got me 4 blocks and 4 rods: OdysseySeat_001.jpg ( 77.56K ) Number of downloads: 32 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:01 PM Post #7
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Assemble the rods into the holes in the wood... OdysseySeat_002.jpg ( 78.22K ) Number of downloads: 38 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:03 PM Post #8
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	...and place the assembled frames on your patio mat next to your trailer... OdysseySeat_003.jpg ( 77.31K ) Number of downloads: 52 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:07 PM Post #9
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Now bring the seat you removed from the Odyssey Minivan, and place the front facing frame groove over the forward rod; in the same position you removed it from the Van... OdysseySeat_008.jpg ( 77.56K ) Number of downloads: 45 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:10 PM Post #10
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	In the same manner that the seats are installed inside the Van, push the rear latches down over the rear rods. OdysseySeat_009.jpg ( 75.96K ) Number of downloads: 39 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:12 PM Post #11
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	...and bring your seat-back (but no tray table) into an upright position, rotating the armrests down to their useable position. OdysseySeat_010.jpg ( 77.3K ) Number of downloads: 50 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:15 PM Post #12
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	Repeat the process for the other seat, and viola! A pair of comfortable chairs at your campsite. ...complete with built-in cupholders! OdysseySeat_011.jpg ( 76.45K ) Number of downloads: 60 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Frederick L. Sim... Frederick L. Simson View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:18 PM Post #13
Moderator Location: San Diego 92104 RV Type:Fiber Stream 1978 Tow with:Odyssey LX 2003	They even recline! The seat's forward/back adjustment is fully functional; ensuring that you won't tip over as you recline back! This post has been edited by Frederick L. Simson: Nov 12 2005, 09:19 PM OdysseySeat_013.jpg ( 76.36K ) Number of downloads: 65 -------------------- Frederick & Robert The Odyssey and the "Eggstasy" We have not succeeded in answering all of your problems. The answers we have found only serve to raise a whole set of new questions. In some ways we feel we're as confused as ever, but we believe we're confused on a higher level and about more important things.

Gina D. View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 09:32 PM Post #14
Moderator Location: Fulltimer! RV Type:Burro ~ 17 ft Wide Body, '99, 06 RED Jeep Liberty	Those are great. I wish that would work for Element seats. Very clever! -------------------- Go to your Room! Don't MAKE me get my flying Monkeys, Mr.! Day 1 of fulltiming: 3-12-2009..It starts with just getting rid of one bag of stuff.. the rest is easy

Sharon Herman View Member Profile	Nov 12 2005, 10:09 PM Post #15
Member Location: Lake Forest Park, Washington RV Type:1979 13' Trillium	That is definately the coolest thing I have seen!! You are so McGeyver. My seats come out in my Eurovan. Hmmmm...........

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