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ML · 12-04-2013, 10:45 PM

I've taken off my muffler, spare tire, tools, front crash bar, rear crash bar, many little things. With this I'm probably a little over 100 lbs shaved off but I won't feel it unless it cause I'm used to it. Only the drag strip will tell I guess

mid_life_crisis · 12-05-2013, 10:14 AM

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Enjoy! You're a lot closer to them than I am. Do you really feel that you'll notice it? I have always been of the mindset that 200lbs is the threshold for what you'll notice.

For some of us it isn't about weight. I happen to like the interior with the rear seat folded down. Reminds me of any number of cars from my youth. I'm hoping whatever they come up with will be built in such a way that it creates useful hidden spaces for electronics.

I sent them an e-mail asking if it might be possible to make a deluxe version that makes the space where the seats used to be useful for mounting electronics. I'd love to be able to hide amplifiers under there.

Lonewolf · 12-05-2013, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ML

@Lonewolf , I talked to Steve over there and I'm taking my car in Monday. He said I would be given a free rear seat delete out of it. He said anywhere from 15lb to 50lb weight gain, but wouldn't know until they get done. Said it should take a about 3-4 days. Thanks for the heads up!

That's awesome, thanks for doing this!

ML · 12-10-2013, 12:25 PM

I turned over my car last night...he said by the end of the week.

Muskokan · 12-10-2013, 12:30 PM

Pics!

ML · 12-10-2013, 12:44 PM

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Pics!

I might pop in thursday, and take some. there are some pics on their website of other cars.

iSwerve · 12-11-2013, 03:53 AM

Darn it why am I late to this thread. I would LOVE a free rearseat delete. Thats the one part I dislike about the FRS

mid_life_crisis · 12-12-2013, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ML

I might pop in thursday, and take some. there are some pics on their website of other cars.

Ask them if there is any possibility of hidden amplifier shelves where the rear seats normally are. I'll gladly pay extra.

ML · 12-12-2013, 09:48 PM

Didn't make it in, my daughter had a school recital. Supposed to pic it up tomorrow, and I'll bring it up.

stylin99 · 12-12-2013, 10:26 PM

Ok folks, Steve with Shrader Performance here. Just wanted to post up some pics of the Rear Seat Delete we built for ML. We are so excited about this design for the FRS and BRZ owners! This is the first time we've been able to allow the back panel to fold down for access to the trunk area to carry long objects. It was one of the most complex designs to date, with 4 separate panels to make up the rear seat delete.

A few highlights:
- Total weight loss from the car is about 23 lbs after installing the RSD.
- Rear panel removes easily to carry long objects.
- Lower panels each lift up to reveal substantial hidden storage space.
- Made of strong ABS plastic, no wood. Plastic is heat-formed for rigidity and strength in key areas. Will hold luggage, tires, etc.
- will be available for Christmas orders! Website should be updated by 12/13/13 for order placement.
- Introductory pricing of $299 for the first batch of orders.

stylin99 · 12-12-2013, 10:35 PM

We also found a great trick for keeping the passenger seat from sliding backwards automatically when you want it to stay forward. Thank you for this secret tool Scion!

mid_life_crisis · 12-18-2013, 11:43 AM

My order arrived yesterday. Ordered Friday. I call that a good turnaround time, especially since I requested a little customization. I requested the back panel be split as well so I can mount a subwoofer behind me and still be able to drop the passenger side for long items. They advised that it might be difficult to perfectly align the halves, but I went for it anyway. While I have everything apart I'm going to do a little extra sound deadening back there. I'll put up pics once it's all in, including the sub.
Won't have a chance to install it until this weekend at the earliest.
Pulled it from the box and it looks nice.

ML · 12-18-2013, 11:53 AM

Wow that is a good turnaround considering they make everything by hand! I had to put my rear seat back together Sunday, so if you have any questions about installing it let me know.

PoorMansRacing · 12-18-2013, 11:56 AM

@stylin99 - I'm very interested - I've PMed you.

12-18-2013, 11:43 AM	#26
mid_life_crisis Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Drives: FR-S 10 #103 AT Location: NC Posts: 1,519 Thanks: 101 Thanked 599 Times in 347 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My order arrived yesterday. Ordered Friday. I call that a good turnaround time, especially since I requested a little customization. I requested the back panel be split as well so I can mount a subwoofer behind me and still be able to drop the passenger side for long items. They advised that it might be difficult to perfectly align the halves, but I went for it anyway. While I have everything apart I'm going to do a little extra sound deadening back there. I'll put up pics once it's all in, including the sub. Won't have a chance to install it until this weekend at the earliest. Pulled it from the box and it looks nice. __________________ Necessity may be the mother of Invention but Desperation is quite often the father. “Sex is like Bridge. If you don't have a good partner, you'd better have a good hand.” - Mae West Papa said, "son there's a lot of evil temptations out there. Best to try 'em all so you know which ones to avoid."

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12-10-2013, 12:30 PM	#19
Muskokan Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Drives: white Sport-tech Location: Ontario Posts: 676 Thanks: 204 Thanked 320 Times in 149 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Pics!

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iSwerve Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion Fr-S Asphault Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 25 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 1 Post Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Darn it why am I late to this thread. I would LOVE a free rearseat delete. Thats the one part I dislike about the FRS

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stylin99 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: Subaru BRZ Location: Gastonia NC Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Ok folks, Steve with Shrader Performance here. Just wanted to post up some pics of the Rear Seat Delete we built for ML. We are so excited about this design for the FRS and BRZ owners! This is the first time we've been able to allow the back panel to fold down for access to the trunk area to carry long objects. It was one of the most complex designs to date, with 4 separate panels to make up the rear seat delete. A few highlights: - Total weight loss from the car is about 23 lbs after installing the RSD. - Rear panel removes easily to carry long objects. - Lower panels each lift up to reveal substantial hidden storage space. - Made of strong ABS plastic, no wood. Plastic is heat-formed for rigidity and strength in key areas. Will hold luggage, tires, etc. - will be available for Christmas orders! Website should be updated by 12/13/13 for order placement. - Introductory pricing of $299 for the first batch of orders.

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stylin99 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: Subaru BRZ Location: Gastonia NC Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	We also found a great trick for keeping the passenger seat from sliding backwards automatically when you want it to stay forward. Thank you for this secret tool Scion!

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