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jfb1969
Aug 30, 2022Explorer
So I thought I'd share some computer renderings for the design I have worked up. Over the past couple of years my wife and I have thoroughly discussed how we want to use our TT in the future. We plan to do a lot of traveling to see all of the natural wonders in the continental US and possibly Canada and Mexico.
I want something that has a max length under 26' (bumper to hitch) so that we can camp at pretty much any national park without issue. I also want to keep it under 26' to reduce fuel consumption when towing. I also want it to feel as open as possible...which is tough with a small box length and no slides, so compromises have to be made. For us that meant not having the sleeping area separated from the (public) seating area.
To make my wife happy, she wants a decent size bathroom and electric fireplace. In order to have the room to accomodate her wishes (and satisfy my love of vintage trailer design) I have gone with a cab-over type of design (like a vintage Shasta Astrodome TT). This actually allowed me to design a king size upper bunk and a U-shaped dinette that converts to a full size queen. I think it can very comfortably sleep four adults and two small kids.
The small "L" off of the upper bunk measures 66"x32", so it it would work for younger (grand) children.
Lots of storage in the bathroom! The area under the storage is where the water heater will be and also exterior accessed storage.
Kitchen counter measures 96"!
Two large wardrobes or one could be used as a pantry. 10 cu.ft. 12v refridgerator. Above the fridge is the breaker/load center.
Electric fireplace for the wife! The top lifts and has storage for the dinette table and the pedestal legs.
Configured for seating with the table and legs stored away.
Configured for dining with the ladder to access the upper king bunk. There is 25" from the top of the mattress to the ceiling, so it should feel pretty open.
Dinette converted to a full size queen bunk (60"x80")
Exterior view
I want something that has a max length under 26' (bumper to hitch) so that we can camp at pretty much any national park without issue. I also want to keep it under 26' to reduce fuel consumption when towing. I also want it to feel as open as possible...which is tough with a small box length and no slides, so compromises have to be made. For us that meant not having the sleeping area separated from the (public) seating area.
To make my wife happy, she wants a decent size bathroom and electric fireplace. In order to have the room to accomodate her wishes (and satisfy my love of vintage trailer design) I have gone with a cab-over type of design (like a vintage Shasta Astrodome TT). This actually allowed me to design a king size upper bunk and a U-shaped dinette that converts to a full size queen. I think it can very comfortably sleep four adults and two small kids.
The small "L" off of the upper bunk measures 66"x32", so it it would work for younger (grand) children.
Lots of storage in the bathroom! The area under the storage is where the water heater will be and also exterior accessed storage.
Kitchen counter measures 96"!
Two large wardrobes or one could be used as a pantry. 10 cu.ft. 12v refridgerator. Above the fridge is the breaker/load center.
Electric fireplace for the wife! The top lifts and has storage for the dinette table and the pedestal legs.
Configured for seating with the table and legs stored away.
Configured for dining with the ladder to access the upper king bunk. There is 25" from the top of the mattress to the ceiling, so it should feel pretty open.
Dinette converted to a full size queen bunk (60"x80")
Exterior view
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