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Subject:Re: Middle seat for Westy?
From:Ben T
Date:Mon, 19 Nov 2001 05:31:33 EST

In a message dated 11/18/01 10:46:03 PM Pacific Standard Time,
developtrust@HOME.COM writes:

<< I don't know about a middle seat but my newly purchased van has a 5th seat
 which faces backward. Much to my delight I did not know the camper would
 have this option and I know they are quite rare. When I get my digital
 camera back I will send you a photo if you like.

 I plan to just use folding chairs for extra seating. Not so secure for
 driving but doable.  >>

William,

In all likelihood, you are looking at either a Weekender (Base Camper) rear
facing seat if it is permanent mounted behind the driver. Or an added on
Carat folding and removable rear facing seat. You didn't mention if you have
a full Westy or a Weekender Camper.

There is an optional seat which can fit onto the Westy center bench tracks.
It is a single seat identical to the front seats and comes with a turntable
on top of a locking metal box. This is a very rare option.

You can install a two person bench but you will not be able to open the
fridge w/o sliding it sideways or removing. These benches are quite
inexpensive -- at least here in the San Francisco area. I have given away 3-4
of them in the past year.

BenT