Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

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Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

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My camper conversion is almost done, but i would not want to throw away my back seats, especially when they are GL trim. I wonder can you somehow modify your 3seater to rock and roll style? I have bed area in the back but its way too short for a tall guy like me.
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Re: Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

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Yes can be done but not easy, full width rock and roll mechanism still available from vw, go to page 2 of this section of forum and scroll down and look at my post on subject. If you need measurements etc im here to help.
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Re: Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

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Will it bend forward or backwards? You got any pictures with cushions on?
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Re: Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

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It is converted to move exactly like the factory seat/bed, its full width and the seat base is strengthened in the same way aswell. There is only a base cushion, the GL has three seat shapes which isnt good for a bed so the higher areas are shaved down. Its easier to convert a basic caravelle seat, no armrests etc.
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