Econoline Swivel Seat Install

Swivel seats are a great addition to any adventure van. Installing them isn't too hard, once you know what you're doing.
Link for the seat we used: shop4seats.com
Tools needed:
- T55 Torx bit
- 18mm socket
- 15 mm socket
- Socket wrench
- Small flathead screwdriver
- Blue tape or white marking pen
- Shears or utility knife
- Phillips screwdriver
- Trim removal pry bar
- Foil tape (optional)
- Zip tie (optional)
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[@skunkedagain]

The electrical connection that stays together is a big deal. None of that disconnect and reconnect , thanks for sharing!

[@deebeau2647]

Best tutorial!! Great step by step! Will give it a try now with confidence! Thank you!

[@forayconcept3389]

You can do it!

[@TylerChristoher]

Your directions and the video is TV worthy in my opinion. Thanks for showing me

[@RSRCAR]

Great job on the vid and step by step process. I watched your vid a few times, ordered my swivel base, and about a half hour of work once the swivel arrived and it was done. Great addition and it does add a ton of options to the space. We would love to see some of your wood working skills on your next build. Video and edits take so much time and effort. We appreciate your style and well paced flow. Cheers to you and to more videos!

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the feedback Carlos and way to go on getting your swivel installed! For sure I'll try to get more videos uploaded, stay tuned!!

[@cheshirecharlesmahoney4353]

Thanks for the detail. Appreciate the low-key delivery, very refreshing.

[@forayconcept3389]

Thank you and hope it helps!

[@cheshirecharlesmahoney4353]

It inspired me to try it myself on our long-owned 1994 E150. But I couldn't find a swivel base for my OEM seat. Any ideas? Anybody? Thanks

[@NorthernKitty]

Thank you for this tutorial!! I couldn't imagine how it would swivel because of it striking the side trim, but now it makes sense that you have to push the seat all the way forward first. I was holding off on buying the swivel because I didn't want to risk getting stuck with useless hardware, but now I know it will work... thanks again!!! 😊

[@forayconcept3389]

And thank you for the comment! Yeah, every swivel I've installed requires the seat to be moved forward to initiate the turn and then again to be in "relax" mode while you are hanging out. It's worth it though to have that seat, a real game changer.

[@matthewforsyth2469]

Great video, just picked up a Ford Econoline. Can't wait to install this!

[@forayconcept3389]

Awesome! Swivel seats seem to be in high demand so hopefully you can get one in sooner than later. Regardless, it's an amazing upgrade!

[@paturicu]

This was infinitely helpful. I followed your directions exactly and it only took an hour to do both seats. Thanks for posting

[@forayconcept3389]

Thank you for that note and stoked that it worked for you! What a difference it makes for the van eh?!?

[@MarceloSilva-dj9su]

So it is possible install a swivel on a driver seat? thanks in advance

[@georgezwinger1094]

Great video, just brought a1999 e350 can’t wait to get going on it , thank you !!

[@forayconcept3389]

Of course and thank you for the positive vibes. Have fun on the build!!

[@blackrockbrewing5141]

I really appreciate the detail, exactly what I needed to know, thank-you!

[@forayconcept3389]

Glad it was helpful! Hope the install goes well for ya!!

[@bobgil3464]

Fired up ready to go. Thanks.

[@forayconcept3389]

Right on!! It's a game changer!

[@roadrunner123]

Great job. Easy to understand!

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the feedback, greatly appreciated!!

[@thndrgrrrl]

Thank you for a very good, concise video.

[@forayconcept3389]

Appreciate the feedback! Cheers.

[@davefoster2037]

Excellent tutorial on the installation of the swivel especially on using tape on the holes and the airbag wires.I called around and was given different time lines from suppliers and that’s suppliers in the US ,as here in Canada no luck. As I’m here in Canada and it’s - 30 degrees centigrade I didn’t worry about the time line and was maybe hopefully expecting it in May, June . With that being said I ordered in mid January received it in 3 weeks . While reading the comments I believe someone asked if it works with the arm rest it will but with a tight fit

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks so much for the feedback and stoked you got one installed in your van!! Happy trails and stay warm!

[@mostafaelgamel6415]

Been eyeing this swivel bracket, most demos are not as clean as the way u did it specially with keeping sensor cable. Great Job, will buy it thru the link u provided

[@forayconcept3389]

Glad this helped. It was before the pandemic that I ordered from them and I know the lead times on swivel seats have been affected. Check with them before placing the order, it may take awhile to get it.

[@asperspective1365]

Yooooo thank you so much for this video!!

[@forayconcept3389]

You bet! Hope it helped and what a game changer for the van.

[@dgehring07]

Thanks for the video. I plan to add a swivel to my passenger seat in my RV that is on a e 350 chassis

[@forayconcept3389]

Sounds great! Glad the video helped and hope the project goes well for you.

[@BridgetteMongeon]

Oh , so exciting. I want one.

[@forayconcept3389]

Definitely worth the cost and effort, makes a huge difference in the van when in camping mode! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@BridgetteMongeon]

@@forayconcept3389 thanks. I wonder if those that have an arm rest on their seat can still do this? Wonderful video. Thanks.

[@brianland2944]

thank you dude. love the video. f haters I'm stoked.

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the kudos Brian! Really appreciate it!!

[@SolOSombra]

Thanks for showing us how to install

[@forayconcept3389]

Hope it helps and thanks for watching!!

[@jamespweiss]

Awesome!!!!! Thanks!!!!!

[@forayconcept3389]

You bet!

[@WizzRacing]

I ended up going to the salvage yard and getting factory ones. As I have electric seat.. As the factory ones allow the seat to rotate using the same wiring harness and motors..As mine had 4 servo motors to control the driver seat...They said I could have the seat with base for $50.00 each..

[@forayconcept3389]

Well done! Glad you were able to figure it out. We have an upcoming Econoline build that currently has the electric seats and we need to do similar to you.

[@815_jetta7]

Personally, before install I would have put some black tape where the mounts are on the white, just to hide the white from an eyesore

[@forayconcept3389]

Not a bad idea, or even taking the time to put some black paint down would help hide the conversion. Thanks for the tip!

[@sethdawg]

Would this set swivel base work for my 2009 e350 super duty van? Nice video man

[@SS-hb2mp]

Excellent video, thank you for posting! Most of the others I've seen aren't taking the carpet out... is that a necessary step? Thanks!

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the feedback. I think it's important to have as solid of connection as possible to the floor. By leaving any of the mat or insulation in there could allow for the base to have some movement over time and thus potential failure.

[@WoofDawg486]

Great video , on my way to doing my 2013 E 150 . Need a video on how to do side slide door weather striping ?

[@forayconcept3389]

Awesome! Stoked you are getting a build going!! Are you doing some weatherstripping in addition to the factory stuff or needing to replace the original?

[@WizzRacing]

I work on Fords all the time... I suggest you buy the Factory Motorcraft weather striping... As it just snaps right back in and preformed. It will last 20 more years. Just spray silicone on them once a year. I might add. Econolines come factory wired to install 2x Group 31 batteries under the passenger side entrance. To the frame... If you need the OEM part number for the harness kit needed to complete. Let me know.. As it's a quick way to add aux batteries....The kit includes the huge ass schematic to install them..

[@WoofDawg486]

@@forayconcept3389 replacing old stuff !

[@zacriah85]

Good tutorial. I have a 2007 extended E350 and ran into a serious issue. On my model there is a yaw sensor (small metal box that wire connects to) right under the seat. I bought the exact same swivel base as one in this video but since it is flat the sensor cannot stay there and I had to move it, thus it was loose but still plugged in. Long story short, it played havoc with the traction control system for a number of months, sending off alarms and service lights, at one point causing the ABS system to randomly engage brakes on one side of the van while driving and causing brakes to lock and dangerously veer to one side because the system was picking up a false perception of rolling and it tries to correct this. It took me a lot of digging to figure out the issue. Those sensors are highly sensitive to position and evidently MUST be left in factory position. I’m not sure what others have done with this issue but there seems to be little info out there about this specific issue. I either have to replace the factory base or figure out a different swivel base that will allow the sensor to stay in place. I’m not yet sure what will happen if I just leave it unconnected…

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the info. I haven't come across that sensor before so unfortunately can't help you with a troubleshoot or modification. We just installed swivels on a '13 E350 and it did not have that sensor. Could the sensor be bolted/adhered to the underside of the mounting plate?

[@markturbitt8807]

@@forayconcept3389 like your videos. What swivel did you use for the 2013 E350. I have the same model

[@ka7r]

Hey I'm having that same problem right now!! What did you do??

[@macstewart1306]

Thanks for the video, easy to follow, just wondering what base did do you install, went to the website but was not sure which one you used. I have a 2001 ford econoline 150 e van

[@forayconcept3389]

To be certain I'd call their helpline but from what I can tell it's the '96 - '06 Ford Swivel Base OEM Seat that you would choose.

[@elidabyard6100]

THANKS!!!! Just what I needed. Will he same system and swivel work on a 2016 Transit?

[@forayconcept3389]

The transit swivel doesn't replace the entire base, it goes between the base and the seat. Still a simple modification though and quite straight forward.

[@sisthor1]

I just got 2005 Toyota Sienna, but I can’t find a swivel conversion for it..Would this one work? I loved the step by step videos you share!!! Thanks I n advance if you can help guide me. Do they even make one?

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the positive vibes Joan! Pretty sure you will need a swivel base that is specific to your van as it either needs to replace the seat base or interface between the factory base and factory seat. I don't know of any available for your van however. Sorry!

[@rogerthornton4068]

Very good video. Can you do both seats this way.

[@forayconcept3389]

Pretty sure there is a swivel seat for the driver side as well and the process would be the same. Only issue I can foresee is that the driver seat wouldn't be able to move around or recline as much due to the steering wheel.

[@balloonies4you148]

Can you put this on a 1992 Ford e150 I have a good condition old partial RV conversion but they didn’t put a swivel on so I’m wondering if you can’t thanks for the help

[@forayconcept3389]

I think so.....'92 is the 4 generation which is what is shown in this video. Check out shop4seats.com and their site will let you know. FYI they are a few months out. I purchased my latest swivel seat off of eBay but haven't opened it up or installed it yet.

[@henrie.c]

Will this fit a 2007 Ford E-350 Econoline Super Duty Cargo Van?

[@Guigley]

Is there a name or model number for the swivel seat you used? I am planning to put one in my 2001 Ford E150 and am worried about getting the wrong one. Thanks, and great video!

[@forayconcept3389]

Best advice is to contact Shop4Seats directly. I originally had a link to the swivel base but links change as do availability so I had to remove it.

[@dans1516]

the shop4seats listing says these are for "after market" seats. I just want to use my stock Ford seats.

[@forayconcept3389]

Thanks for the info. I'm thinking the link changed since publishing the video and I've updated the link in the description to be for the general www.shop4seats.com website instead of specifically to the seat base. They have both, one for aftermarket seats and one for the original Ford seats. Sorry for the glitch and hope this helps!

[@dans1516]

can you remove the bushing/pads from the original pedestal and not have to cut the carpet?

[@forayconcept3389]

I'd have to double check but pretty sure the base is molded to make contact at the bolt locations and then clear the floor coverings, thus no bushings/pads to reuse. Could be a possibility but I thing having the base affixed flat to the floor is a stronger and safer option.

[@MarkCranerium]

If the original seat was mounted on the insulation, then why do we need to cut out the mat for the replacement base?

[@mikelamay7875]

I don't see the need to cut it.

[@jamessimmons459]

Will this work on driver side?

[@randymclean1114]

Near as I can tell, taking that rubber floor and sound insulation out is a mistake. The rubber mat protects the steel floor from spills (Rust). And the insulation is there to contain warmth or cooling inside the van and dampen road noise.

[@forayconcept3389]

In my opinion there shouldn't be rubber and insulation between the steel plate and the floor. A seat base needs to be as tight to the floor as possible.

[@dustinsimpson9876]

An improvement on factory standards

[@raymondwang2438]

sir , i have a 2010 Ford E150, why i cant find a matching swivel seat base on the shopforseats.com? Thanks

[@forayconcept3389]

I just looked and see what you are saying. I wasn't aware of a change in the bases for the econolines. Shop4Seats makes those to order (few months lead time at this point) so you may give them a call and see what the say or if they can send you some dimensions to cross reference from.

[@KarlaW1475]

It is posible to install one of these to a Ford 1971 Econoline Van? maybe if upgrade the seats?

[@forayconcept3389]

The swivel base used in this video wouldn't work in a '71 and I don't have a solution for you off the top of my head. Sorry!! If you are in Eugene, OR swing by and we can take a look.

[@TheKocksmanArchives]

Would I be able to attach any seat to this base, honda, gmc, Toyota etc. (are they universal )? Or would I have to make sure that the seat itself is a Ford e series from the same year

[@forayconcept3389]

The seat base as shown is for the factory seat. I think there is a swivel base at shop4seats for non-OEM seats but you would still have to make modifications. The main thing here is that the factory Ford seat doesn't have a bottom that is parallel to the floor so the base is a wedge shape.

[@TheKocksmanArchives]

@@forayconcept3389 thank you, this is very helpful

[@karencarroll4896]

This is exactly what I want to do .. but I'm 62 and don't think I can do it myself ... Any ideas who I can get to do it ... Im in lake county Ohio

[@forayconcept3389]

Wish I could help but unfortunately don't have any contact in Ohio. Thanks for the views and comments!!

[@johnpaulgarzaniti5065]

Do your air bags work after doing the install???

[@forayconcept3389]

This van didn't have airbags in the seat but typically yes, the swivel seat adapter doesn't change any of the wiring or capability of the seat. Just need to make sure the wiring has a clear path and that you don't swivel the seat a full 360.

[@allenlewis3940]

What year Ford Van do you have? Would that same seat base work for a 2017?

[@forayconcept3389]

This was a 1990 Econoline and would only work in the Econoline vans. Was purchased from www.shop4seats.com so I'd suggest going there and seeing what they offer for your particular van.

[@reidcrosby6241]

You need to specify WHICH Ford van you have. The only Econolines after 2014 are "cutaways" (box vans, cargo vans, and ambulances with custom boxes.) Up to a 2022. All others are would be "Transits" Transit Connects...etc...

[@rosyortega3512]

hello, do you think that swivel seat can be in a town and country van?

[@forayconcept3389]

Every swivel seat I've installed has been customized for the vehicle so I don't think so. The base has to built for height, angle and bolt patterns of the floor and seat. Not sure what is available for the minivans, I'm thinking the area is too tight to make the turn.

[@rosyortega3512]

@@forayconcept3389 THANK YOU FOR YOUR RESPONSE

[@shawnn5165]

Are you using after market seat with this base?

[@forayconcept3389]

Stock seats were used for this.

[@stephaneroy8415]

The seats in my 2007 e-250 have arm rest , will this fit any way , it looks a little tight

[@forayconcept3389]

I haven't worked with that combination so can't say for sure. Every swivel I've installed has required some combination of moving the seat forward/back and having the seat back in a certain spot. Even then, sometimes you need to open the passenger door to get it to spin. Still worth it though in the end to have that seating area added to your living space!

[@reidcrosby6241]

Good question Stephane

[@stephaneroy8415]

@@reidcrosby6241 It fits perfectly actually , glad i installed this.

[@reidcrosby6241]

@@stephaneroy8415 good to know, thanks for feedback.

[@brianlyttle8252]

the other one is on a tilt?

[@forayconcept3389]

Driver seat was left stock, only put the swivel base under the passenger seat.

[@jmfm0911]

Is this a "sprinter van" swivel seat base?

[@forayconcept3389]

Nope, it is specific for the econoline. Every model of van has it's own quirks so you have to get a base that is specific for the van you are working with.

[@jamesswearingen6679]

Any part numbers to try to purchase them ?

[@forayconcept3389]

Sorry, no actual part numbers as links/numbers change so best thing is to go to their website and find the correct part. We have been able to reach them on the phone for questions so reach out if their website isn't clear. One of the only options for Econoline swivel bases that we've found.

[@DiannaAtherton]

What is the swizel plate used?

[@forayconcept3389]

Swivel seat was purchased from shop4seats.com Thanks!

[@nickwhite5532]

How much for this complete van conversion?

[@forayconcept3389]

So much has changed since doing this particular build but current builds start at $20k and go up to $60k (+ vehicle) depending on the options.

[@glenchilada]

Are you worried about thermal bridging with that much metal to metal contact?

[@forayconcept3389]

No, main concern is safety and bolting it direct to the floor is the best for that. This van in particular has many areas uninsulated and/or metal interior to metal exterior so going through the process to eliminate thermal bridging on the seat base didn't pencil out.

[@glenchilada]

@@forayconcept3389 gotta be honest. That's one of the best KZbin comment replies I've ever seen. I ask because I just bought a 4th series econoline and swivels are high on my priority list. Thanks!

[@forayconcept3389]

Right on! We just installed a pair of swivels on a '13 Econoline and it went smoothly. Go get it!! (but beware it takes a couple weeks to get the bases......)

[@glenchilada]

@@forayconcept3389 I'm taking my time for sure. This van is for my family to take trips. Definitely taking Chrome's advice and getting in it before I make too many permanent choices.

[@norvierperezalvarez579]

Where can I buy it? Website

[@forayconcept3389]

The one in the video was purchased from www.shop4seats.com They have a couple month lead time at the moment but you might also look on eBay, I found my last one there for a GMC Savanah.

[@archieash8077]

I want to see a electric seat in 1990 e350

[@forayconcept3389]

Haven't come across an electric seat in an econoline yet, all have been manual so far.

[@johngalt97]

Yes, some 8-way power seats from a buick roadmaster, but on a swivel base.

[@benstanley449]

its been a month and shop4seats keeps pushing back my order. they're pretty much borderline fraudulent. read their reviews before you buy from them.

[@catdadvanlife6335]

it took 4 months for mine, but its made after the order is complete specifically for your vehicle, they're the best online, worth the wait, but you're right it is quite a long wait.

[@forayconcept3389]

Video was pre-COVID and the demand for these seats has really gong up. It is a wait but still one of the best I've seen for the econoline.

[@dustinsimpson9876]

Definitely not fraudulent.

[@jbkeebs]

Was the swivel base used in this video the one with the slide rack as well? Just wondering if I need to pay the extra $20

[@forayconcept3389]

Nope, it was just the simple base. It’s my understanding the o e with a slide is for a universal RV type seat rather than the factory seat. Thanks the watching!

[@jbkeebs]

@@forayconcept3389 thanks man!!