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    Posted: 27 Nov 2014 at 9:22pm
Originally posted by CorgiePod179

We like this idea of the shelf, even for the 179.
Would you mind telling how you installed it?
Very nice idea. Thanks for sharing.


This link maybe helpful:

2015 RP-178 Shelf Over Bed w/ Baskets Mod - R-pod Owners Forum - Page 1  
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We gave the table that came with out 179 to Goodwill and replaced it with an aluminum roll up table. Much lighter, easier to handle and we can easily move it outdoors.
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We have been thinking it is difficult to get up and down from the seating around the table. Where did you find the aluminum roll up table? Thanks in advance for the tip!

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Originally posted by Grayotter

We gave the table that came with out 179 to Goodwill and replaced it with an aluminum roll up table. Much lighter, easier to handle and we can easily move it outdoors.
Gar

I hate the table, didn't even use it on our last trip. It looks good when a buyer is shopping, but what a practical nightmare to use. 

I'm currently working on a table mod, I have some ideas, but not sure yet how it will look in the end.
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We find the dinette seating to be a little awkward, too.  But replacing the table with the aluminum roll-up isn't an option for us because we want to retain the extra sleeping space the table provides when converted to "bed mode".  

Our solution: we'll use the wall mount hardware + pedestal found at http://shop4seats.com/rv-furniture/dinettes/dinette-hardware.html.  The angle part of the table will be cut off.  The raw edge remaining will go up against the wall & be hidden.  And, depending on how heavy the cut-down table is, I might replace it with a similar sized piece of 3/4" light ply.  Anyway, the shorter table and a pedestal rather than the fold-up legs should make it easier to be seated.

I've just received the hardware.  Now, in amongst the holidays, I just need to make time to install it.
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Sounds good John. We have the wrap around dinette so we would like to cut the table as you have indicated. In our case, a post could be reinforced at the box point after beefing it up. It's difficult to explain, but we want it to swivel 360ยบ. 

We are looking to get it done before spring so no rush here. Pics and more detail to follow...don't forget to post yours...we all want to see it! Thumbs Up  
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If you do a search for R-Pod mods on Pinterest there are a bunch and it explains what they used and how it was made.
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Ours came from REI, although most sporting goods stores will have them.
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We also had a problem with the cushions being too soft. Had them restuffed  with better foam at a local upholstery shop.
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Gar....we have the same soft cushion problem...did you have Harry's do the harder foam?
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