Airstream Chat Room Airstream Links Campground & Product Reviews Airstream Classifieds Airstream Articles Blogs Photo Gallery Forum Listings Portal - Home Page

Go Back   Airstream Forums > Airstream Restoration, Repair & Parts Forums > Interior Restoration Forum > Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings




Check out our new sister site AirstreamCentral.com. To contribute an article click here.


Quick Links
- Forum Listings
- Register - it's FREE!
- View Member's Map
- Airstream Articles
- "Live" Chat Room
- View Classifieds
- Post a Classified
- Airstream @ eBay
- Upcoming Rallies
   - Add A Rally
- Rally Discussions
- Repair Discussions
- Search Forums
- Member List
- AIR # Directory
- Member Search
- Profile Photos
- Airstream Photo
- Airstream Links
- Fun & Games
- WBCCI Websites
- WBCCI Unit Forums
- Courtesy Parking
- Campgrounds
- Support & FAQs
- Community Policies
- Helpers Needed




Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 05-04-2007, 12:04 PM   #1
ostapbender
1 Rivet Member

ostapbender's Avatar
Profile:  1975 31' Sovereign
Davenport , Iowa
Posts: 7

Flexsteel sofa

The Flexsteel rep in Dubuque, Ia said that a Convertible Sofa Sleeper would be impossible to get into an Airstream. I then talked to a rep from Bradd and Hall who told me that they have put in several, and that all one does is dismantle it. The Flexsteel rep said that that couldn't be done. Has anyone had any experience with getting a Convertible Sofa Sleeper into an Airstream? I'm inclined to believe the rep from Bradd and Hall. But it would be nice to have confirmation from one of you Airstreamers out there. Afterall, Flexsteels are costly and my door is only 26 inches wide. thanks
ostapbender is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-04-2007, 01:40 PM   #2
wheel interested
happy as peas in a pod

wheel interested's Avatar

Profile:  2007 27' Classic FB
Lapeer , Michigan
Posts: 4,190
Images: 117

I can't confirm not having done it but the Classics have Flexsteel and Villa couches and the tour guide at the factory says that everything is brought in an Airstream through the door. It looked as if the couches on end in a line had the back and seat separate from the bases and drawers. Here's a link. RV Sofas and RV Sofa Beds by Flexsteel

They also had a couch for sale in the office at Jackson Center, how would anyone get it in if they didn't go in finished units?
__________________
Cj
-The language of friendship is not words but meanings. ~Henry David Thoreau
wheel interested is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-04-2007, 01:42 PM   #3
Ganglin
Rivet Master

Ganglin's Avatar
Profile:  1971 27' Overlander
Gahanna , Ohio
Posts: 1,146
Images: 10

You could fold it open and put it in on it's side. The one in the photo would be 24" open.

This is a Flexsteel RV sofa.
__________________
OHIO - WE ARE THE MOTHER SHIP

Gary
Ganglin is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-04-2007, 02:28 PM   #4
Pecos Pete
3 Rivet Member
Profile:  2007 34' Classic
Pecos , New Mexico
Posts: 124

I know a Villa sofa/sofa bed will fit in an Airstream. I am sitting on one in my 34' Classic as I write this.
__________________
Pecos Pete
Cow Creek, NM
'07 34' Classic
Pecos Pete is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-04-2007, 03:21 PM   #5
ostapbender
1 Rivet Member

ostapbender's Avatar
Profile:  1975 31' Sovereign
Davenport , Iowa
Posts: 7

Thanks to Wheel Interested, I went ahead and called Vehicle Specialty and they confirmed what seems to be the consensus against the rep at Flexsteel: that is, that the Convertible Sofa Sleeper can be dismantled and will fit through the door. I have 88 inches for the bed to fold out, so as long as I can get her in I'll be set. I'm guessing 76 inches wide will be the best fit for the front end. Hey, thanks again.
ostapbender is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-04-2007, 04:58 PM   #6
Safari Tim
a.k.a. Ambassador Tim

Safari Tim's Avatar
Profile:  1960 28' Ambassador
Northern , California
Posts: 1,867
Images: 35

I just ordered a Flexsteel Magic bed. I was told it would fit. May have to remove the end panels. It will take a month to get so we'll see.

I went with 76" total width. Bed will be 74" x 51".
__________________
-Tim
1960 International Ambassador 28'
2001 Silverado 2500HD CC 6.0L 4.10
theVAP - Airstream Podcast | My Airstream Home Page | My Photo Gallery
Safari Tim is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-19-2007, 10:32 PM   #7
mello mike
4 Rivet Member

mello mike's Avatar
Profile:  1972 31' Sovereign
Phoenix , Arizona
Posts: 279
Images: 22

Hogwash...Here's my Flexsteel Sofa



__________________
2003 Ford Excursion (6.0L PSD)
Prodigy / Equal-i-zer / Honda EU2000i / Xantrex Link 10
U.S. Navy (Retired)
Airstream Life Contributor
Air#5661 / WBCCI#--

My Refurb Blog:
http://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
mello mike is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-19-2007, 11:28 PM   #8
Safari Tim
a.k.a. Ambassador Tim

Safari Tim's Avatar
Profile:  1960 28' Ambassador
Northern , California
Posts: 1,867
Images: 35

We got it in.

Looks like we ordered the same one as Mike. Looks good.

We took it right in the door w/o taking anything apart. All we had to do was open it up into the bed position and carry it right in. You will need room straight across from the door without obstructions as we had.
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	flexsteel.jpg
Views:	18
Size:	37.9 KB
ID:	39609  
__________________
-Tim
1960 International Ambassador 28'
2001 Silverado 2500HD CC 6.0L 4.10
theVAP - Airstream Podcast | My Airstream Home Page | My Photo Gallery
Safari Tim is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-20-2007, 07:37 AM   #9
Silvertwinkie
Aluminut

Silvertwinkie's Avatar
Profile:  2004 25' Safari
Northern Suburbs , Illinois
Posts: 9,368

I thought our Safari had a flexsteel sofa? Not sure, but I can't see why you couldn't get one in or take it apart and get it in there. Just keep an eye on weights.
__________________
Computers manufactured by companies such as IBM, Compaq and millions of others are by far the most popular with about 70 million machines in use worldwide. Macintosh fans note that cockroaches are far more numerous than humans and that numbers alone do not denote a higher life form. -NY Times 1991
Silvertwinkie is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-20-2007, 10:11 AM   #10
wanderer1
4 Rivet Member

wanderer1's Avatar
Profile:  1986 Argosy
ocala , Florida
Posts: 263
Images: 24

I bought a flexsteel from a '84 a/s to replace the recliners the po installed after he threw the sofa/bed away .Mine was in 3-4 peices,(main sofa,arms,bottom frame,and thing the arms sit on).This mess went in easy with two people,bring in bottom frame first and center it/bolt it in place.Mount the arm supports next,then the sofa.Lay the sofa flat (like Ganglin's pic) and it goes right in.Before and aft. pics on my gallery profile...Brian
wanderer1 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2007, 04:43 PM   #11
Swanny
3 Rivet Member

Swanny's Avatar
Profile:  1990 34' Excella
Windcrest , Texas
Posts: 247
Images: 5

How much did it cost?

Quote:
Originally Posted by mello mike



Question....does anyone have an idea of how much it costs for one of these?

We have the original couch/gaucho which is terribly uncomfortable. If one of these is more comfortable I'd be willing to replace the original model since I don't think that a simple reupholstery job will make it more comfortable.

Thanks
__________________
Texas Streamer

1990 Excella 1000---34'
WBCCI #18303
2005 F-350 Diesel 4 X 4
Swanny is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2007, 05:44 PM   #12
Safari Tim
a.k.a. Ambassador Tim

Safari Tim's Avatar
Profile:  1960 28' Ambassador
Northern , California
Posts: 1,867
Images: 35

I paid around $1400 delivered.
__________________
-Tim
1960 International Ambassador 28'
2001 Silverado 2500HD CC 6.0L 4.10
theVAP - Airstream Podcast | My Airstream Home Page | My Photo Gallery
Safari Tim is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2007, 05:50 PM   #13
Happycampers
Rivet Master

Happycampers's Avatar
Profile:  1979 30' Argosy
Peterborough, , Ontario
Posts: 1,183

We 2 in ours, not a problem at all. Will post pics on Costalotta thread in a week or so.
__________________
Marvin & Annie
Toby & Niki (fur babies)
1979 Argosy 30
WBCCI 10103

2005 F250 Lariat Power Stroke Diesel Crew Cab 2wd

"Happiness is a warm Puppy" Charles Schulz
Happycampers is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Sofa length ostapbender Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 2 04-28-2007 02:23 PM
Sofa Replacement jcanavera General Interior Topics 4 07-16-2003 07:04 AM
Flexsteel CBBOB Airstream Motorhome Forums 1 11-21-2002 12:32 PM
Will this couch fit my trailer?? JohnGalt48 General Interior Topics 4 08-07-2002 07:38 PM
Cushion Dimensions, Front Sofa Alan and Julie General Interior Topics 2 08-05-2002 03:14 PM

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.0.1

All times are GMT -6. The time now is 01:36 AM.

Other Social Knowledge forum communities:
Cooking Forum - Sailing Forum - Early Retirement - Airstream Trailer - Aquarium Forum - Royal Forum - Book Forum - Volkswagen Touareg Forum - Jeep Wrangler Forum - Whitewater Kayaking & Rafting Forum - Fiberglass RV Forum - RV Forum - Truck Conversion - U2 Music Forum
Social Knowledge Networks
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.2
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.2.0

Airstream is a registered trademark of Airstream Inc. All rights reserved. Airstream trademark used under license to Social Knowledge LLC.

test

eXTReMe Tracker

Other recommended Airstream sites:
Airstream Forums - Airstream Classifieds - Airstream Articles
Airstream Central - Airstream Photos