A214HW/ A213HW table trouble

[steve02bat]

These two models of campers have tables in the center of the RV. They have a bracket that the table hooks to on the side of the camper. It's similar to the bracket that holds the barbecue on the outside of the camper. The unfortunate thing, is that it seems to be poorly connected to the wall. Mine is already so loose it seems like it's going to fall off. I have seen some suggestions to use aftermarket tables instead of the one supplied with the camper. I tried that but then there's no room for my legs. My wife and I are freakishly tall. I wonder if anyone has come up with a better way to attach the table to the wall?

[steve02bat]

Originally Posted by steve02bat

These two models of campers have tables in the center of the RV. They have a bracket that the table hooks to on the side of the camper. It's similar to the bracket that holds the barbecue on the outside of the camper. The unfortunate thing, is that it seems to be poorly connected to the wall. Mine is already so loose it seems like it's going to fall off. I have seen some suggestions to use aftermarket tables instead of the one supplied with the camper. I tried that but then there's no room for my legs. My wife and I are freakishly tall. I wonder if anyone has come up with a better way to attach the table to the wall?

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[OYO]

They must have changed the table configuration since we got ours (2016). The table didn't attach to the wall. It was freestanding/folding.

However several folks (including me) modified it to a pedestal design much like you might see on a boat. Fixes the legroom issue.

http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...od-115706.html

[steve02bat]

Originally Posted by OYO

They must have changed the table configuration since we got ours (2016). The table didn't attach to the wall. It was freestanding/folding.

However several folks (including me) modified it to a pedestal design much like you might see on a boat. Fixes the legroom issue.

http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...od-115706.html

Great mod, thanks for sharing. Wish I had as much space as that!

[ugorico]

After the first outing with our new A214HW we had the same problem with several of the table bracket screws stripping out of the minimal material in the wall. I took the table bracket off the wall and installed anchors and larger screws and haven't had any problems since.

Cheers,
Ugorico

[steve02bat]

Originally Posted by ugorico

After the first outing with our new A214HW we had the same problem with several of the table bracket screws stripping out of the minimal material in the wall. I took the table bracket off the wall and installed anchors and larger screws and haven't had any problems since.

Cheers,
Ugorico

But you install anchors in the wall? That's very interesting and sounds like the way to go. May I ask what kind of anchors you used?

[OYO]

You may be able to find some studs (i use that term loosely) in the front wall by tapping on it listening for sound variations and secure the mounting rail better. Forest River has been known to miss them while attaching items.

Or I suppose a stud finder would work. But the paneling is so thin they're pretty easy to find.

[steve02bat]

Originally Posted by OYO

You may be able to find some studs (i use that term loosely) in the front wall by tapping on it listening for sound variations and secure the mounting rail better. Forest River has been known to miss them while attaching items.

Or I suppose a stud finder would work. But the paneling is so thin they're pretty easy to find.

So what you mention about the stud got me thinking. My table attaches to the side so there probably isn't any wood in there. So I called Forest River in case anyone needs to call Forest River you call Tim at 574-642-8944 for service questions. Anyway Tim told me there is a piece of metal in the wall for the screws to hit. He suggested I look for that with a magnet. It will be giving that a try this weekend. I will report back.

[RobnCari]

We bought a separate table that is adjustable (height). It is smaller than the original. We don't use the dinette for a bed and the smaller table gives us a little extra floor space.