Originally Posted by SoK66

I have a relatively new '13 F150 STX that had that silly center seat. The thing drove me nuts. I scored a matching center console off Ebay and had time to do the swap today, basically a piece 'o cake. I used air tools, removed both seats (15mm hex), unplugging the air bag connectors is a snap. With the seats out I removed the four bolts holding the center seat to its aluminum mounting frame (14mm hex), unplugged the 12v outlet and lifted out the assembly. The console I got was a non-flow for the column shift. It drops right in and can only go one way, you really can't screw up. I drilled out four new console to frame mounting holes by simply leaving the console in place and using a 21/64" bit and an air-driven drill. With a fresh bit it cut right through the aluminum frame. I then used a 1/2" impact to install the same bolts that had held in the center seat. They will self cut the aluminum, no need to tap. I then removed the bolts, took the console back out and vacuumed up the aluminum shavings, which were all over the place. I then plugged the 12v connector back in, dropped the console back in place and ran the bolts back down. Put the seats back in, done! I have Weathertech floor liners F&R. The rear fit perfectly but the front had to be trimmed to clear the front of the console. Before I started I'd dropped the console in place over the front mat and made a mark where the thing had to be cut. Cut to my mark with a utility knife and a small X-Acto and it dropped right in place. Voila! No more center seat! Will add that I did this two months after rotator cuff and biceps tendon surgery, I'm still in physical therapy to restore strength & mobility. So, I essentially did it with one good arm and a flipper. If I can do it, you can too! ;-)