Bunk over Cab - realities

[wredman]

This is one feature that I placed high on my like list when comparing different models and floorplans. I have essentially made my bed on this 🙂 and it will be on our coach. I am wondering however, if other people had high hopes for the feature only to find they really don't like it. Granted, some people not want it, don't need it, and hopefully don't have it. But, does it simplify the conversion from daily use to nighttime use and back again? I just think it will be much easier than converting between bed and sofa, and/or bed and kitchen table everyday.

[wildmanbaker]

praisetoGod wrote:

Dale.Traveling wrote:
The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.

Wow! I just saw that the Fleetwood Pace Arrow drop down bunk has a weight limit of 650lbs.

Maybe so, but don't expect it to be very comfortable. We had a TT once with the drop down bed, I'm sorry, but it leaves something to be desired.

[praisetoGod]

Dale.Traveling wrote:
The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.

Wow! I just saw that the Fleetwood Pace Arrow drop down bunk has a weight limit of 650lbs.

[mtofell1]

As I look at moving to a class A someday I think would be a "must have." DW tells me I snore and I like the idea of having a second bed that isn't a couch or a table.

I can't believe anyone tries to sleep two adults in one of these or in the small class C over-cab bunks. I can't imagine expecting that to be anything but miserable.

[Dale_Traveling]

The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.

[2gypsies1]

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[2gypsies1]

I guess it would be o.k. for kids but definitely not us. We rented a Class C once in Alaska and sleeping up there was horrible - no head room; had to climb over the other to get out; hot. I finally went to the sofa. Also, you have to have the same bedtimes if noise or lights bother you.

[praisetoGod]

We just bought a Fleetwood Pace Arrow 35e. It has the drop down bunk over the cab as well as bunk beds in the back next to master suit. The drop down doesn't touch the front seats when it's all the way down,so you can still use them. Plus we still have the dining table and couch. We're brand new to it, so I don't have a lot of real world experience with it to give you, other than to say we really like the option and it high on our priority list. We looked at other bunkhouse models without the drop down bed, but wanted both. Good luck with your search.

[tjfogelberg]

We are traditional Class C'ers. 1 of us sleeps in the bed over cab and the other "down below". I love sleeping up there, easy to make up and use for soft storage, extra pillows, jackets, etc. Our new Winnebago 31D has more clearance than our former lazy daze. The mattress is very thick and dense, super comfortable. Tons of room. We essentially have 2 bedrooms now as there is a curtain that closes across the front.

[04fxsts]

Grandson loves it. Jim.

[ddndoug]

We liked ours and my two kids would fight over it.

Doug

[chuckftboy]

We have the electric bunk and its a nice option, ours has a curtain for privacy.
The seats stil swivel when it is down and the cabinets come down with it so they are still accessable. Grandkids can go to bed and we still have he couch to watch a movie.

[dave17352]

Two Hands wrote:
We do not use it because it is difficult to get into, especially at night when you don't want to wake your partner by turning on a light. It is also a little claustrophobic. It is probably great for younger adults and kids.

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[Greydennyhawk]

We ordered a pull down bunk for our new tiffin, last year and love it! It is simple to drop down, doesnt rattle when its closed and we are drivingi even pull it down when company brings a lot of junk, to use as a storage area.

[Kaz]

We have one in our ACE and have found it to be quite useful. The grandchildren use it not only for sleeping at night, but as their "secret fort" where they read, play games, play with dolls, and do other such kiddie things. We've also found it to be a useful storage area when I need to store a number of large suitcases, rifle cases, or other similar items (such as when we go on hunting trips).

The only downside I've found is that I'm always forgetting it's down and clonking my head when I get out of the driver's seat. It's not a problem with the bunk, it's just a factor to consider if, like me, you have no brain. 🙂

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