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Old 10-17-2016, 09:15 AM   #1
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U-dinette, table size

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Looking for your ideas on how to have the best of both worlds for my needs....
I really like the option of having the U-dinette for lounging... but I also like the idea of having lots of table space for projects. The table goes from 39.5" to 21.5" with the U-dinette. Anyone have any ideas on how to add a leaf for the smaller table?
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Old 10-17-2016, 09:19 AM   #2
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Someone one the forum added an extension that folded under the table when not in use but I can't find it by using the search function. (This was not related to the U-shaped dinette but was sometime before that option came into being.)
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Old 10-17-2016, 12:09 PM   #3
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Maybe a folding table like I made for my Scamp would work.

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Old 10-17-2016, 02:13 PM   #4
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That's it (although I was wrong about the folding under)!! Thank you, Ron.
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Old 10-17-2016, 03:07 PM   #5
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Folding & Sliding Marine Teak Tables

Not cheap but check out the folding and sliding tabletops at this site. I am thinking about trying the Lagun Pedestal but not sure I need a Teak tabletop. You can change the site to U.S. Dollar (or CAD) and get the correct price without the VAT tax.

I am planning to get the U shape option in the 5.0 TA.
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Old 10-17-2016, 08:21 PM   #6
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This looks promising...!
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Old 10-17-2016, 08:26 PM   #7
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I don't thnk the tables here would work for me but I am intrigued with the adjustable, removable pedestal... Removable Table Pedestal with Locking System - Adjustable Height
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I don't thnk the tables here would work for me but I am intrigued with the adjustable, removable pedestal... Removable Table Pedestal with Locking System - Adjustable Height
I like it, and it should work in an Escape. No hole through the floor, and a screwed on ratcheting mount so there's very little wobble -- unlike the stock socket and poles. You'd also have one pole instead of two. When the pole is removed, the base sits almost flush with the floor, so nothing in the way of your feet.

It might be a great way to get adjustable height, the ability to rotate the table, and also remove the pole -- unlike my Springfield pedestal, which is permanent.
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Old 10-17-2016, 10:05 PM   #9
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those were my thoughts. I have looked at the springfield but was not comfortable with the raised base when the table is removed. I'll have to look into it further with measurements and think some more about a table with leaf... that would be the best of all worlds for my needs.
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Old 10-18-2016, 09:50 AM   #10
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Think this hardware will solve the problem of extending the smaller U-dinette table - does require storing the leaf somewhere when not in use...

https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Drop-Le...p+leaf+support
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Think this hardware will solve the problem of extending the smaller U-dinette table - does require storing the leaf somewhere when not in use...

https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Drop-Le...p+leaf+support
A leaf like this would fit inside the back bench of a U dinette, at least on a 5.0 TA or 21. I kept my lounge extension in there till I went to the Springfield leg, so it would fur sure fit.
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Old 10-18-2016, 12:30 PM   #12
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Height adjustable between 500mm and 700mm (19.68" & 27.56").

What is the height of the table when sitting on the rails for use as a bed? It would be nice to just push it down to the correct height without needing to remove the pedestal.
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Old 10-18-2016, 12:31 PM   #13
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I am awaiting a reply from ETI regarding this... will post when I hear back from them
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