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[RobNE]

I've had this in my Eagle for a few months now, but am just now getting around to post. Like many, I was inspired by DLN, Scott, and others who built dinettes. It sure makes a big difference.

One of the funniest things is, you might think you lose space, but it seems like the space is more efficiently used and possibly bigger overall.

Anyways, here's a few of my pics. I was looking for something simple and I do need a bed since there are three of us (a little one).

Not sure what the next mod is, maybe drawers underneath the cabinets on the drivers side, like ski3pin did?

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[RobNE]

some more pics...a bit dark when I finally finished my pics. I probably need a wider lens too.
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[RobNE]

My father in law is making me some cushions (varying density to compensate for the table), i'll post more pics when they are done.
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[Argonaut20]

Looks great! Very nice work and planning.I'll be interested in seeing how you support the rear seat back. Just a thought: If you use a slightly smaller table, you can drop it on to supports between the seats and create a flat surface for the cushions to rest on for the bed. That way avoids having different cushion depths. We use a 17 inch table leg that seems about the right height.

[Phil]

looks very clean. good job . cant wait to see the backs.

[highz]

I agree with you that you get more efficient use of space with a dinette. I wound up with more storage space and no loss of room to move around in.

Good looking work!

[billharr]

Nice work, I agree on making the table just a little smaller to fit flush. I did a full radius on the table side to the middle made a big difference when sitting down and getting up.

Bill in STockton.

[DLN]

Very nice work, clean finish and great layout, way to go.

[chnlisle]

Beautifully done. How difficult is it to put the turnbuckles in?

[RobNE]

The back ones are easy, even the one under the seat, since the openings are bigger and the Tacoma's have the attachment plates which put the turnbuckles right in front of the opening. Rear DS is easy too... Rear PS, inside the box is a bit tougher and requires some contortion.

I may open up the rear port holes, which would help alot, and possibly add the fast guns like you have. Alternatively, i've been thinking more and more about a bolt through to some welded nuts on the Tacoma plates?

I'd be interested to hear others experience with bolt-throughs?

Rob

Beautifully done. How difficult is it to put the turnbuckles in?