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Upgrading to a larger bed?

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08-06-2016, 04:10 PM
BadAndy
Upgrading to a larger bed?
I'm new to the Barth "scene". I am currently looking for one to buy and possibly do some remodeling and upgrades to. I'm looking in the 25-28' range, but I really would like a queen sized bed if possible. I'm a big guy and with my wife a short twin bed is just not comfortable (especially when you can't hang over the sides!). If I find one with the rear corner shower, what are the chances of changing that to a smaller shower and growing the bed? Would a side-bathroom model (haven't seen a floorplan for this yet) allow a larger bed in the back?
08-06-2016, 06:10 PM
Kevin
Anything is possible with a reciprocating saw, grinder and or a plasma cutter. There are other members who are BIG GUYS that drive smaller Barth Coaches. You would probably better off to get a coach to fit you without modification. Of course if you are good engineer you can make the Barth fit you.
08-06-2016, 09:41 PM
BadAndy
I can fabricate anything I need - I have a machine shop and full tig/mig capability. At the price point I'm hoping for some work will be mandatory anyways. I just haven't poked around one to see what is possible. I'm trying to keep it on the shorter side.
08-06-2016, 10:08 PM
Kevin
quote:
Originally posted by BadAndy:
I can fabricate anything I need - I have a machine shop and full tig/mig capability. At the price point I'm hoping for some work will be mandatory anyways. I just haven't poked around one to see what is possible. I'm trying to keep it on the shorter side.


THIS Barth is a little longer than you want. With all your equipment I am sure you would be happy with the head room! Put a bed in the back, it might even fit King size bed.
08-07-2016, 01:47 AM
BadAndy
Yeah my wife got a kick out of that. I should have mentioned that I have the tools and knowhow but not so much time!
08-07-2016, 06:55 AM
Kevin
No problem with time I have a lot of "10" year projects. Thumbs Up I solved the problem by adding a "0" to the projects. head bang I have got "100" year projects now. Superman Works for me. cheers
Kevin
08-11-2016, 07:24 PM
Doorman
Fitting a Queen Bed, No problem just ask Dustyjeeper. Queen Bed


1986 31' Regal -1976 Class C
454/T400 P30 -350/T400 G30
twin cntr beds - 21' rear bath
08-12-2016, 08:48 AM
dustyjeeper
https://www.barthmobile.com/eve...31087061/m/392100532

Both of my short Barths have queen beds.


1978 Barth 17' Cabin Fever
1997 Barth 23' 4 door Command Center