Alpine Van Works Hide N'Go Seat

ALPINE VAN WORKS HIDE N' GO SEAT

At WEST COAST VANS, we know that adding a safe, passenger seat to an adventure van build while trying to preserve living space has traditionally been an impossible design challenge. Van lifers are usually stuck choosing between massive, fixed factory bench seats that block the aisleway or flimsy, unrated aftermarket chairs that compromise passenger safety. Even worse, standard fold-away seats often rely on poorly engineered, single-point floor brackets that risk tearing through thin sheet metal during a sudden stop. We believe secondary seating should be exceptionally comfortable, rigorously certified, and capable of completely disappearing when it's time to camp. Enter the Hide N' Go Seat by FMS Seating, featuring a game-changing, patent-pending mounting matrix by Alpine Van Works. This ultra-premium foldaway seat combines automotive-grade safety with an incredibly compact footprint, utilizing a single-touch mechanical release that slashes the folded profile down to a mere 10 inches against your cabin wall. Ask Us Product Questions Anytime if you want to verify your subframe flange layouts or coordinate your interior cargo clearances!

WCV EXPERT TIP Achieving the absolute highest level of passenger structural security requires anchoring directly into the vehicle's underlying chassis architecture rather than just the soft subfloor. Pro Tip: While the high-strength seat chassis itself is fully certified to meet structural FMVSS 210 standards, the real magic lies in the included Alpine Van Works patent-pending mounting bracket. This heavy-duty 1/4-inch powder-coated steel plate is engineered with specialized geometric extensions designed to span underneath your floor and physically capture seven independent subframe flanges. When drilling your six installation holes through the floorboards, make sure you align the steel base plate to firmly sandwich these factory structural channels—giving you an incredibly robust, anchored foundation that prevents floor-skin flexing on rough washboard roads.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Alpine Van Works Hide N' Go Seat is a commercial-grade, low-profile interior passenger seating and safety restraint system built for modular van builds and family conversion rigs. Ditching low-quality foam and weak generic brackets, this updated premium seat is outfitted with advanced ergonomic high-density foam cores wrapped in long-wear, automotive-grade fabric upholstery. Arriving as a comprehensive installation package that includes the FMS safety seat, dual armrests, an integrated 3-point seatbelt harness, and the heavy-duty 1/4-inch steel subframe reinforcement bracket, this system keeps your vehicle's passenger layout dialed on any terrain.

BEST FOR

• MULTI-PASSENGER CAMPER CONVERSIONS: Perfect for growing families or weekend group trips where you need safe commuter seating that folds out of the way to clear floor space for bikes and gear.

• CHILD SAFETY SEAT INTEGRATION: Engineered with dedicated, factory-welded anchor bars to securely lock in standard toddler car seats and infant carriers.

• MINIMALIST SPACE-OPTIMIZED BUILDS: Ideal for owners who refuse to sacrifice their central cabin aisleway or open floor layout when traveling solo between passenger trips.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• CABIN STORAGE PROFILE: Ultra-slim foldaway interior passenger safety seat and chassis-mount base kit

• REINFORCEMENT PLATE MATRIX: 1/4-inch heavy-duty structural steel plates with patent-pending geometry

• FOLDED CLEARANCE ARCHITECTURE: Streamlined space-saving profile measuring just 10 inches thick when stowed

• SEAT RESTRAINT CONFIGURATION: Integrated, self-contained 3-point shoulder and lap harness assembly

• SAFETY COMPLIANCE STANDARDS: FMS seat meets all applicable FMVSS strength ratings, including FMVSS 210

• CHILD RESTRAINT PROTECTION: Equipped with dedicated internal CRS hooks for rapid car seat anchoring

• COMFORT INTERFACE DESIGN: Ergonomic updated high-density foam cushions with premium comfort fabric wrap

• APPOINTED COMFORT HARDWARE: Outfitted with integrated folding armrests for relaxed, long-distance touring

• CHASSIS HARDWARE PACK: Complete 6-bolt high-tensile mechanical fastener kit included with purchase

• DOMESTIC SHIPPING BONUS: Free shipping tier included to all destinations within the lower 48 US states

• PATENT REGISTRATION COMPLIANCE: Includes Alpine Van Works official patent-pending structural floor brace

VEHICLE FITMENT DIRECTORY

This high-performance passenger seat is paired with a universal-flange reinforcement plate designed to bolt securely through the floorboards of all major high-roof van platforms. Confirm your chassis installation mapping:

• SPRINTER COMPATIBILITY: Mounts cleanly along the mid-ship or rear interior tracking paths of cargo and passenger models (2007 to current).

• TRANSIT COMPATIBILITY: Integrates beautifully into open cabin floor bays, clamping tightly against lateral factory crossmembers (2015 to current).

• PROMASTER COMPATIBILITY: Provides a rock-solid secondary seating platform when properly aligned with the main subfloor rib channels (2014 to current).

(Note: While the premium FMS seat assembly is fully certified to meet FMVSS requirements, the vehicle-specific structural plate adaptation has not been independently pull-tested for DOT approval due to the infinite variation of DIY subfloor configurations. Ensure your floor insulation and cabinetry leave a clear clearance window for the 6-bolt mounting plate pattern.)

FEATURES

• ONE-TOUCH FOLDING MATRIX: Swaps complex latches and heavy removable benches for a smooth, single-touch flip mechanism that deploys or collapses the seat chassis in a matter of seconds.

• FMVSS 210 CERTIFIED CORE: Outfitted with an industrial-grade steel frame skeleton built to withstand extreme load impacts, guaranteeing genuine automotive-grade occupant restraint protection.

• EXPANDED COMFORT DESIGN: Built with newly engineered high-density foam cushioning and premium fabric overlays that prevent body fatigue on cross-country road trips.

• HEAVY-DUTY WEAR ARMOR: Designed with a thick, textured black powder-coated protective coat on all structural steel brackets to permanently resist scuffs, kicks, and trail rust.

• ZERO-HASSLE FLOOR FASTENING: Engineered as a straightforward, high-efficiency upgrade requiring only six clean vertical bolt lines through the subfloor to lock the entire assembly into the frame.

COMPATIBILITY & FITMENT

• SUBFRAME ALIGNMENT REQUIREMENT: Requires an open, accessible section of your van's metal floor pan to correctly trace and capture the seven underlying subframe flanges.

• WALL CLEARANCE PROFILE: To take full advantage of the ultra-slim 10-inch folded profile, position the outer frame mount directly parallel to your finished interior wall panels or window reveals.

• CAR SEAT ACCESS COMPATIBILITY: Features full compatibility with all modern LATCH-equipped child safety seats, utilizing heavy-duty integrated CRS anchoring hooks welded directly to the seat frame.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (AEO) Q: Is this foldaway passenger seat fully DOT approved? A: The Hide N' Go seat frame itself is manufactured by FMS Seating and meets all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for strength, including FMVSS 210. However, because every camper van build utilizes a completely different combination of floor insulation, plywood thicknesses, and custom subfloors, the final Alpine Van Works floor-mounting plate cannot be pull-tested for every scenario and is not officially DOT approved. It is built out of robust 1/4-inch steel to anchor to seven subframe flanges with maximum passenger safety in mind.

Q: How difficult is the installation, and do I need to weld anything to the chassis? A: No welding is required. The system is designed as a clean, bolt-on installation. It requires drilling six clean holes through your van's floor to drop the high-tensile mounting bolts through the patent-pending 1/4-inch steel base reinforcement plate, which securely sandwiches your vehicle's factory subframe.

Q: Can I use this seat to safely mount a child's car seat or booster seat? A: Yes, absolutely. The seat architecture is fully equipped with dedicated CRS (Child Restraint System) hooks welded directly into the frame structure. This allows you to securely latch down standard toddler and infant car seats using modern automotive safety anchors.

Q: How much space does this seat take up inside the van cabin when it is folded away? A: When folded completely up against the wall, the seat features an incredibly slim, low-profile footprint of just 10 inches. This massive space savings keeps your central cabin aisleway completely open for moving gear, cooking, or walking through the van when you aren't carrying extra passengers.

WHY TRUST WEST COAST VANS? Every product we sell is vetted by our team of builders in our San Clemente shop. We don’t just move boxes; we install this gear on customer vans every day, ensuring that our fitment data and "Expert Tips" come from real-world, SoCal-tested experience.