Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #25 – April 10, 2015, 07:41:15 pm With our current mattress arraignment it takes two of us to lift our bed to get at the engine. We then use a stored PVC pipe to safely hold bed up. We have recently put in new struts, probably of the same strength, and it did not get easier to lift.We are also in the market for a new (probably Costco) mattress, but in great wonderment if a new mattress will be easier or harder to lift. I always assume that foam was heavier. And while new mattresses state a weight, we don't know the weight of our current setup. Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #26 – April 10, 2015, 09:09:28 pm Our air mattress exploded coming over vail pass , that was scary moment , replaced it with a foam mattress that's like concrete in cold weather until it warms up then it's super comfy . Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #27 – April 10, 2015, 09:29:27 pm Our coach came with an air bed. It finally gave way going over mountains on a day when I didn't let air out before traveling. The heat and vibration of travel had weakened the bottom site of the air chamber.We had a mattress custom made at Houston Mattress Factory. It is a multi-layer foam mattress made to fit us. We tried several different combinations of foam densities and described our preferences to Michael, the owner. We gave him exact size specifications and preference for thickness and type of cover. A week later, we picked up the mattress and have been VERY pleased.It is MUCH lighter than our Sealy memory foam mattress at home. I can lift the bed easily by myself and it is relatively stable in the "up" position. However, I do put in a support brace before placing any body parts over the edge of the pedestal.This is second mattress that we have had custom built. The first was for our SOB. Unfortunately, the mattress went with the SOB because it was a "short queen." It was a great mattress for use, also.I recommend checking out Houston Mattress Factory, or a place like it. Especially near a sea coast, there will be folk who make mattresses from scratch in any size you want. (Boats need odd size mattresses and cushions.) They will also have a variety of choices for materials. Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #28 – April 10, 2015, 10:15:23 pm We have a Costco Memory foam mattress. I can lift up the 14" thick mattress on the engine cover myself and it stays up without any additional support but I always use a brace. And it doesn't hit the ceiling fan. If I recall they said the mattress without the packaging was about 60 lbs. Fit through the door and into the BR fine. Opened the box in the LR and took the mattress in the bag into the BR and let it expand and relax. The box has wheels built into it and the mattress was sort of vacuum bagged into a plastic bag that all fit in the box. Nice box and big plastic bag (that easily fits over our two bikes) left over when we were done. We have been sleeping on it every night for almost four months now. It is just right for us. Very comfy. Not too hot. Not to soft. Not too hard. Just right.RogerRoger Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #29 – July 16, 2015, 12:01:54 pm Forgive the simply or silly question, but a couple of the posts in this thread mention using a brace when the bed is raised for access to the engine. What are you using? I've had the same concern — and only put "body parts" under the bed with a hand above me to make sure the platform doesn't collapse.With thanks! Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #30 – July 16, 2015, 12:24:48 pm Richard, I have about a 3+ foot piece of wood/stick (strong but small) to hold the engine compartment up. It stores easily right inside under the cover when lifted. Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #31 – July 16, 2015, 12:30:57 pm Quote from: LookingWest – July 16, 2015, 12:01:54 pm What are you using?Cut off wood broom handle - stores out of sight in the corner of closet, held in place with a piece of Velcro. Quote Selected 2 Likes
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #32 – July 16, 2015, 02:55:10 pm Had ours for the Lazy Daze done at Houston Mattress factory also, well pleased with the results. They re-make it as many times as necessary till you're satisfied with the result. Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #33 – July 16, 2015, 07:32:04 pm Thanks, everyone! I also received a message suggesting PVC cut to a suitable length and notched. All good suggestions, much appreciated. And I've heard great things about Houston Mattress. All of you (well, those of you who are in or can get to TX frequently) make us envious, in a nice way. Would love to be closer to FOT, MOT, Houston Mattress, etc.We'll get there! Thank you again. Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #34 – July 16, 2015, 11:05:06 pm PVC with Tee's on end. One end resting on breaker box and other end under lip of raised bed. Store in electrical area. Quote Selected
Re: Time maybe for a new bed Reply #35 – July 17, 2015, 12:52:01 am My engine cover wouldn't stay up and I didn't like my bed so I had a foam shop sell me a 4inch mattress with a 2 inch memory foamtopping. I like the mattress and now my engine cover stays up Quote Selected
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