I have a 2017 30 DS. Has anyone removed the bunk or just the rear half? I don't need the sleeping spot and would like to get rid of the weight. It's useless now. The front portion would be ok for small storage as there are open bins at the front which are not reachable with the bed closed.
Thanks for any help
I am hoping to leave just the short actuated part because we keep drawers there. Just me and the wife and we have the 25DS so space is premium. I got the rear diconnected mechanically but discovered that the hinge between the two halves is welded to the frame. I started to remove the wooden/mirror piece that faces down and see if there is a way to remove/release the hinge and if not plant to dremel/grind away the welds to release the larger section. Then plan to put a nice stained wood lip to retain the drawers (for now 3 x 3 sterilite drawers work really well). Anyways i plan to work more on it tomorrow and see if i can release it. The sides were easy 2 bolts a side releases the front from the back except for the hinge.
Rasied the bed
Removed the front seats,
Removed the metal plates over the windows that the window sits on
Removed the rear section of the bed which is hinged on my 2015 30DS
Removed the front section of the bed, with help of wife. Disconnected the lift as they have a quick removal D ring.
Thanks for the great info. The hinge between the front and rear portions of the bed is welded to the frames. Looks like I would have to remove the assembly as a unit. I don't want to grind the welds off inside the coach.
Thanks again for your help
Mine was screwed. Pictures of final product attached.
Added doors to the side openings also.
Top picture of the inside, Insulated this area behind the front cap. Really helped the noise levels and keeps the area warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Also insulated behind the A-pillars next to the windshield.
Bottom picture of the finished area. Left the steel shelfs off when I replaced the pads on the bottom of the windows.
Martin, I would be interested in how it comes out. I still do not know how the bed comes out without cutting welds. Pictures on how to remove would be helpful if you succeed.
Unfortunately, due to other commitments, I can't do it for a few weeks, but I will definitely post pictures. I'm thinking of cutting (sawing) the corners of the rear section frame next to the hinge. Leaving the hinge and covering it with a padded bolster. This will leave the small front portion as a shelf for storage and allow access to the 3 front bins. I'll let all know how it goes
Martin
We are interested as well. Is it not possible to simply take out the mattress and add cabinets if you need them without adding a lot of extra weight? We haven't used the overhead bed yet in our 2016 FRF 2401W MBS. We just stack stuff (usually in a couple of carryon suitcases or a box or two) on top of the bed. We can then use it as a bed if ever needed? Sure as shooting, as soon as we take it out completely, a couple of grandsons will want to go camping with us!
dan & gerda
Rasied the bed
Removed the front seats,
Removed the metal plates over the windows that the window sits on
Removed the rear section of the bed which is hinged on my 2015 30DS
Removed the front section of the bed, with help of wife. Disconnected the lift as they have a quick removal D ring.
Took all of about two hours to remove.
BB
You removed the bunk as a single piece instead of 2 pieces correct?
Im wanting to leave the shorter front part still in the down position for storage drawers. Will look at insulating those front cubbies. Less noise is always good!
Can you tell me who makes the bunk component? And does it come out clean enough that it might be reinstalled in a different coach? My Georgetown 378 did not come with one and I would like to add it for the grandkids. Perhaps buy your parts?
I don't use mine either. I chose to leave my bunk in place and add some prefab cabinets from Lowe's. They're bolted to the metal frame but easy to remove if I need the bed on a trip.
Just in case anyone's interested. I love to see what you guys come up with.
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Mine was screwed. Pictures of final product attached.
Added doors to the side openings also.
Top picture of the inside, Insulated this area behind the front cap. Really helped the noise levels and keeps the area warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Also insulated behind the A-pillars next to the windshield.
Bottom picture of the finished area. Left the steel shelfs off when I replaced the pads on the bottom of the windows.
I did as you suggested and insulated the open cavities in the bunk area up top. Huge reduction in wind noise in the cabin while driving. I am going to insulate the side areas when i return from the current trip. But am very pleased with the results. Thanks for the idea.
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