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Does anyone have any idea if this swap will be possible on a 2020 2500HD?  I've got a family of six.  Getting the bench seat from the factory severely limits what options you can get on the truck.  

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I want to do this exact thing. Covert 2020 Denali to a front bench.  I have 4 kids, I need 6 butt spaces. Can I get the info for the people in bozman. Thanks 

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I just bought a 2020 3500 HD and I'm looking to trade my jump seat for a center console if anybody is interested. I will pay for shipping. The seat is dark gray fabric and there are 0 cosmetic blemishes given that it is brand new. Also, it has storage on top and under the seat.

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CorissaM New Member

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Hey guys, where do you suggest buying the center “bench seat” add In? We are a family of 6 as well and wanting this same solution. We have the same center console as @Jmater had above. 
 

Any ideas would be appreciated!

 

Cori

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Chris Camilleri New Member

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On 3/1/2020 at 3:09 PM, zacharywhitson said:

What’s the plan for the missing carpet where the console was?

Hi buddy I am in Australia and want to buy a 1500 LTZ but that do not come in a 6 seat option. Can you tell me your trim Guys details and maybe he can order all the bits for me and ship it over hear??? Cheers 

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On 2/29/2020 at 9:09 PM, zacharywhitson said:

What’s the plan for the missing carpet where the console was?

What’s his contact information 

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On 2/24/2020 at 5:47 PM, Cjbzn said:

I found a Trim shop in Bozeman, MT that was able to swap my console out for a factory bench seat in my 2020 Denali 2500. He documented the process so that it’s easier the next time around. Let me know if you want his contact info. He’s good stuff. 

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Can I get his contact info as well?  Looking to do the same.  Thanks 

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On 2/24/2020 at 3:47 PM, Cjbzn said:

I found a Trim shop in Bozeman, MT that was able to swap my console out for a factory bench seat in my 2020 Denali 2500. He documented the process so that it’s easier the next time around. Let me know if you want his contact info. He’s good stuff. 

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Adhik Pokam New Member

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Hi JMater, I have a 2021 Silverado 3500 HD. I need to install the center console like you did. From where did you find the center console and where to do I go to install it in Salt Lake City, UT? Please let me know. Thank you.

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