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01-03-2015, 02:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rossue
But isn't the regular dinette table larger than the one used for U shape dinettes?
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I think he means the hinged table. Even though it's larger, it's much easier to drop and there is no pedestal storage.
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01-03-2015, 02:53 PM
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Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
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I would go with the u-shaped dinette and the factory fabric. It would have been easier to figure out fabric choices at home with the camper right here. Digital thermostat and since I'm putting in a custom bed I would have had Escape leave out the factory bed.
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01-03-2015, 03:52 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Ventura County, California
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Eliminate the 9 in vent in bath . We have the opening window in bath . I am concerned when the lid cracks and I need to change it . Before we always put extra vent covers on 14 in . They last longer . I don't know of any for 9 in . Also would of asked for step up for dinette . We did help that situation a little . Other then that we are very happy with the trailer and the choices we made . Would not have gotten u dinette when we saw the large table without u dinette . That did it for us last 2 Rv 's we had had smaller tables . It really comes in handy for larger table even using for extra work surface etc.
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01-03-2015, 04:33 PM
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Location: Calgary, Alberta
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rossue
But isn't the regular dinette table larger than the one used for U shape dinettes?
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It is, and that would be one big consideration for the U-shaped dinette. We are rarely at the dinette as it is, AND we do end up storing a lot of stuff on it.
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01-03-2015, 04:55 PM
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#25
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Olathe, Kansas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim Bennett
It is, and that would be one big consideration for the U-shaped dinette. We are rarely at the dinette as it is, AND we do end up storing a lot of stuff on it.
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And that is the main reason Cathy doesn't want the U-shaped dinette. She wants the larger table so I think that is one more decision made. The list is coming down. Next, rock protection on the front of the trailer. We are definitely going with the front storage box which has protection plus I am really considering having the lower front of the trailer sprayed with Line-X. It is going to Alaska and I read you can pick up a few chips along the way.
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01-03-2015, 05:14 PM
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We had talked about Line-X on the front a couple times, I recall it was determined to wait and see if you get any chips. If so you can Line-X it pretty much anywhere, and the chips will be covered.
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01-03-2015, 05:38 PM
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Location: Portland, Oregon
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I would get a larger refrigerator. Everything else was perfect!
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01-03-2015, 09:56 PM
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: Vancouver Island, British Columbia
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U-Shaped Dinette
Quote:
Originally Posted by Loren & Cathy
Any comments on the U shaped dinette ?? Loren
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Loren: We also find the back seat of the u-shaped dinette cramped for the legs and uncomfortable for the back, but it is nice for the two of us to each take a side to read with our feet up. It might be even more useful when we eventually add a TV for movies. We like that the extra fabric and cushions of the u-shaped dinette give that end of the trailer a more "finished" look.
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01-03-2015, 10:31 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: SLO County, California
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The U shape with an extra filler board from ETI for $100 makes a big difference. When we got home we had another one made for when we want the Uber Lounge. In hindsight I would have rather ETI make both- the space isn't square for measuring the board cuts.
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01-04-2015, 08:49 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Central, Pennsylvania
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rossue
The U shape with an extra filler board from ETI for $100 makes a big difference. When we got home we had another one made for when we want the Uber Lounge. In hindsight I would have rather ETI make both- the space isn't square for measuring the board cuts.
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That is exactly what I made for BlackJack, the "U" dinette is now a lounge area that allows two to raise their feet and sit back and relax.
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01-04-2015, 11:06 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hotfishtacos
I would get a larger refrigerator. Everything else was perfect!
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Actually, if I had to do it over, I would probably get the smaller fridge. The 6.2 cubic foot is only about half full even after we just visited the grocery store. Of course, there is only the two of us.
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01-04-2015, 12:15 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cpaharley2008
That is exactly what I made for BlackJack, the "U" dinette is now a lounge area that allows two to raise their feet and sit back and relax.
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Very nice, I like.
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01-04-2015, 12:31 PM
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Location: Seattle, Washington
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I like the looks of your "U", Jim, it's sort of what I envisioned when ordering Escaping Reality.
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01-04-2015, 12:59 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cpaharley2008
That is exactly what I made for BlackJack, the "U" dinette is now a lounge area that allows two to raise their feet and sit back and relax.
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Hi: cpaharley2008... Now you got me thinkin'. What if I made a filler board like yours, but put some 1X3" poplar ribs under it, so it could sit on the floor also? That would serve two purposes... extra lounging space as pictured... and raise the floor around the legs of the table when dining!!! Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie
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01-04-2015, 07:08 PM
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I'm pretty happy with what I ordered. Of course that might be because I added almost every option Escape offered at the time. I do wish I had the bathroom window...
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01-04-2015, 07:39 PM
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Location: Dothan, Alabama
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Looks good
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01-04-2015, 07:41 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Gig Harbor, Washington
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Quote:
Originally Posted by escape artist
Hi: cpaharley2008... Now you got me thinkin'. What if I made a filler board like yours, but put some 1X3" poplar ribs under it, so it could sit on the floor also?
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Alf, this sounds good to me, too. Would you cut round holes in the filler board for the pedestals?
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01-04-2015, 08:36 PM
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#38
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Quote:
Originally Posted by LeonW
Actually, if I had to do it over, I would probably get the smaller fridge. The 6.2 cubic foot is only about half full even after we just visited the grocery store. Of course, there is only the two of us.
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Also don't forget you need to haul your Extreme Cooler along .
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01-04-2015, 08:43 PM
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#39
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Having an RV refrigerator that's only half packed is more efficient that an RV refrigerator that's overly packed. They don't work like your refer in your sticks 'n bricks home...
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01-04-2015, 10:48 PM
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#40
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That's right but you may need it for meat ,milk etc. or you will get sick if it can't stay on at least 40 degrees at 5
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