In a message dated 2/13/06 11:10:00 PM Eastern Standard Time,
populuxe59@YAHOO.COM writes:

> ,
>   I have donor swivel seat mechanisms from a fellow list member to install
> in my Multivan. I am anxious to get them in before spring.  Does anyone have
> or know of pictures/info on opening the front seat base to keep it usable? I
> can cut it with a Sawzall, but would like to complete it for a finished look
> that will hold the stuff I currently keep under there (first aid
> kit,music,binaoulars, compass, camera).
>
>   And, do I have to cut my battery cover? Or will a cover from a Westy base
> fit in there? I am assuming they do use the same type of sheet metal cover.
>
>

i installed a pass side swival base on my 84 sunroof. i cut the front of the
compartment w/ a metal diecutter so i can store stuff under there.. left a
little lip at the bottom to keep stuff from sliding out when i jam on the brakes.
 covered the rough cut edge w/ the B pillar "U" shaped weatherstripping.   i
keep my atlas under there now.   had to trim the stock battery cover a little.
cover your carpet w/ a old blanket  while cutting, otherwise sparks will melt
carpet and metal shavings will rust orange spots all over everything when it
gets wet/damp/humid  if you dont thoroughly vacuum them out ..

chris