Some pics of our remodel.

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We opened up the trailer this weekend and started getting ready for the first trip of the year. Thought it would be a good time to get some pics of the remodel we started last spring. Most of the trailer remained factory original, but we did make some modifications to make the kitchen more useable. In the "before2" pic, the original layout didn't really seem to serve a purpose. The countertop was way narrow and the cabinet, although large, didn't have much depth either. I also didn't like the fridge on the floor and we wanted to add a microwave and small entertainment center. The "after2" pic shows the cabinet modifications I made. The fridge is lifted up and a storage area was added underneath to keep 12 packs (my beer stash) and a microwave was added above the fridge. The corner cabinet is also new and holds a good size trash can and some other things out of the way. The front of the corner cabinet that is missing will soon house a built in DVD and AM/FM to complement the lcd tv. The "before3" pic shows the original curbside layout. I really didn't like the cooktop jutting out into the kitchen area, it seemed to confine things too much. So I built some new cabinets to hold an integrated stove/oven and a storage space underneath that holds a large cooler. The sink was moved down a few inches and I built new countertops for everything. The "before4" shows the original couch. The frame for it was pretty well shot as well as the upholstery. The after pic shows it completely rebuilt with new wood, foam and fabric (note the doors on the storage area under the cushions. I made them out of one long piece of walnut!) The "after1" pic shows the original fold out table and the cabinet to the left is the original liquor cabinet (the margarita stash).
Remodelling the kitchen and front area was probably the most enjoyable part of the remodel for me so far. So many possibilities! The only thing that was difficult was the bedroom. It's a double bed model, but the bed is not a gaucho like most of the pics I've seen of other coaches. Ours is actually set up for a 3/4 matress. It doesn't fold into a "couch", instead, it's a fixed unit which makes the walkway somewhat narrow. Did we get an oddball or does anyone else have one like this? Anyway, the exterior renovation is in full swing now. Polishing is about 1/2 way done and new axles should be in next week. Looking forward to meeting some of you this summer on a caravan! --dave