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[GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290606] Thu, 19 November 2015 21:34 Go to next message
Michael Murphy is currently offline  Michael Murphy   United States
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I am quietly progressing in my search for a GMC. I found a local Eleganza
that has some appealing features but the interior poses a problem. The
original bunk beds have been replaced by a non-converting couch. The
dinette behind the passenger seat (i.e. two benches with a table between)
has also been removed to create more space. I need to sleep five
(including three kids) so the original fold-up bunk bed arrangement is
essential. None of the original parts are with the coach. My question
is: how much hassle/effort would it be to restore the original layout? Is
there a market for the old bunk beds and dinette? Is this a realistic
project or should I move on?


Mike M.
Still daydreaming about a GMC...
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290610 is a reply to message #290606] Thu, 19 November 2015 22:49 Go to previous messageGo to next message
jimk is currently offline  jimk   United States
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Depending on where you live, you can contact Jim Bounds of Coop MTS or us
and we can supply the bunk and show you what to do.
Even if you do not purchase them from us, I will gladly assist you as to
what to do.

On Thu, Nov 19, 2015 at 7:34 PM, Michael Murphy <
murphym.hillsborough@gmail.com> wrote:

> I am quietly progressing in my search for a GMC. I found a local Eleganza
> that has some appealing features but the interior poses a problem. The
> original bunk beds have been replaced by a non-converting couch. The
> dinette behind the passenger seat (i.e. two benches with a table between)
> has also been removed to create more space. I need to sleep five
> (including three kids) so the original fold-up bunk bed arrangement is
> essential. None of the original parts are with the coach. My question
> is: how much hassle/effort would it be to restore the original layout? Is
> there a market for the old bunk beds and dinette? Is this a realistic
> project or should I move on?
>
>
> Mike M.
> Still daydreaming about a GMC...
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290611 is a reply to message #290606] Fri, 20 November 2015 00:17 Go to previous messageGo to next message
A Hamilto is currently offline  A Hamilto   United States
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Michael Murphy wrote on Thu, 19 November 2015 21:34
I am quietly progressing in my search for a GMC. I found a local Eleganza that has some appealing features but the interior poses a problem. The original bunk beds have been replaced by a non-converting couch. The dinette behind the passenger seat (i.e. two benches with a table between) has also been removed to create more space. I need to sleep five (including three kids) so the original fold-up bunk bed arrangement is essential. None of the original parts are with the coach. My question is: how much hassle/effort would it be to restore the original layout? Is there a market for the old bunk beds and dinette? Is this a realistic project or should I move on?

Mike M.
Still daydreaming about a GMC...
Be patient and keep looking. You should be able to find what you want before camping season next year.

And look here http://gmcrvforsale.com/
Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290612 is a reply to message #290611] Fri, 20 November 2015 00:23 Go to previous messageGo to next message
sgltrac is currently offline  sgltrac   United States
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Agree with A. Find one with the correct layout for you. You will spend way
less time and WAY less money by obtaining the correct layout. Once you
start opening the can it can be astounding the amount of worms you will
find.

Sully
77 royale
Seattle

On Thursday, November 19, 2015, A. wrote:

> Michael Murphy wrote on Thu, 19 November 2015 21:34
>> I am quietly progressing in my search for a GMC. I found a local
> Eleganza that has some appealing features but the interior poses a problem.
> The
>> original bunk beds have been replaced by a non-converting couch. The
> dinette behind the passenger seat (i.e. two benches with a table between)
> has
>> also been removed to create more space. I need to sleep five
> (including three kids) so the original fold-up bunk bed arrangement is
> essential.
>> None of the original parts are with the coach. My question is: how
> much hassle/effort would it be to restore the original layout? Is there a
>> market for the old bunk beds and dinette? Is this a realistic project
> or should I move on?
>>
>> Mike M.
>> Still daydreaming about a GMC...
> Be patient and keep looking. You should be able to find what you want
> before camping season next year.
>
> And look here http://gmcrvforsale.com/
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290624 is a reply to message #290606] Fri, 20 November 2015 07:19 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Dennis S is currently offline  Dennis S   United States
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Michael
I believe you are in the SF Bay Area -- so I suggest you contact JimK in Fremont and visit his shop.
He may know the coach you are looking at and may also have coaches at his place for sale.
Dennis

Michael Murphy wrote on Thu, 19 November 2015 21:34
I am quietly progressing in my search for a GMC. I found a local Eleganza
that has some appealing features but the interior poses a problem. The
original bunk beds have been replaced by a non-converting couch. The
dinette behind the passenger seat (i.e. two benches with a table between)
has also been removed to create more space. I need to sleep five
(including three kids) so the original fold-up bunk bed arrangement is
essential. None of the original parts are with the coach. My question
is: how much hassle/effort would it be to restore the original layout? Is
there a market for the old bunk beds and dinette? Is this a realistic
project or should I move on?


Mike M.
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290693 is a reply to message #290624] Sat, 21 November 2015 22:02 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Keith V is currently offline  Keith V   United States
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I started with barrel chairs and a fold down table, I thought I'd like it.
I didn't.
So I found an original Flex steel dinette and original table.
The dinette was in terrible shape, I got it upholstered cheap ( and it looks it ) so I could decide if I liked the dinette, I do.
It's taken me a couple of years to do the conversion. The dinette and table are hard to find.

Figure $2000 to upholster the dinette, maybe the same for the bunks, if you want it to be nice.

So I recommend buying one with the layout you want, it's way easier and lots faster.


Keith Vasilakes
Mounds View. MN
75 ex Royale GMC
ask me about MicroLevel
Cell, 763-732-3419
My427v8@hotmail.com
Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290697 is a reply to message #290693] Sat, 21 November 2015 23:12 Go to previous messageGo to next message
USAussie is currently offline  USAussie   United States
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Keith,

Or build that dinette bench and table out of plywood like Avions.

Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426

-----Original Message-----
From: Keith V

I started with barrel chairs and a fold down table, I thought I'd like it.
I didn't.
So I found an original Flex steel dinette and original table.
The dinette was in terrible shape, I got it upholstered cheap ( and it looks it ) so I could decide if I liked the dinette, I do.
It's taken me a couple of years to do the conversion. The dinette and table are hard to find.

Figure $2000 to upholster the dinette, maybe the same for the bunks, if you want it to be nice.

So I recommend buying one with the layout you want, it's way easier and lots faster.
--
Keith


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Regards, Rob M. (USAussie) The Pedantic Mechanic Sydney, Australia '75 Avion - AUS - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428 '75 Avion - USA - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290707 is a reply to message #290697] Sun, 22 November 2015 06:26 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Keith V is currently offline  Keith V   United States
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A bit of work either way, and you still have to upholster the dang thing

USAussie wrote on Sat, 21 November 2015 23:12
Keith,

Or build that dinette bench and table out of plywood like Avions.

Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426

-----Original Message-----
From: Keith V

I started with barrel chairs and a fold down table, I thought I'd like it.
I didn't.
So I found an original Flex steel dinette and original table.
The dinette was in terrible shape, I got it upholstered cheap ( and it looks it ) so I could decide if I liked the dinette, I do.
It's taken me a couple of years to do the conversion. The dinette and table are hard to find.

Figure $2000 to upholster the dinette, maybe the same for the bunks, if you want it to be nice.

So I recommend buying one with the layout you want, it's way easier and lots faster.
--
Keith


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Cell, 763-732-3419
My427v8@hotmail.com
Re: [GMCnet] Restoring Original Bunk Beds and dining table [message #290710 is a reply to message #290707] Sun, 22 November 2015 06:51 Go to previous message
USAussie is currently offline  USAussie   United States
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Keith,

Agreed re the work.

As far as the cost to upholster it the Avion uses four cushions for the dinette, two for the seat and two for backrest. They are 40"
long, 18" wide & 4" thick. I'll bet you could get them upholstered for $400 or less.

Regards,
Rob M.


-----Original Message-----
From: Keith V

A bit of work either way, and you still have to upholster the dang thing

Keith


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Regards, Rob M. (USAussie) The Pedantic Mechanic Sydney, Australia '75 Avion - AUS - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428 '75 Avion - USA - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
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