Modification of Bench Seating

[jfreeham]

This is a question specifically about the 25' Globetrotter (2020). We like the size, layout, amenities, and the darker woodwork. We would like to use it full-time. It has a table at which to sit, eat, work, and socialize. It has a bed for sleeping and taking a nap. The kitchen area is perfect. The bathroom is more than adequate.

The only thing we find missing, that would make it complete, is a place to relax. The "bench" on the driver's side isn't comfortable for the purpose of relaxing. What modifications do you know that have been made to make that area comfortable? In my mind--and this may be a bad idea, you'll let me know, please--is to remove the "bench" and replace it with two small(ish) swivel rockers.

Thank you for the insights and comments informed by your experience.

[InsideOut]

A lot of people "customize" their trailers after bringing them home...even the new ones! Some friends of ours totally removed the "sofa" in their Airstream to replace it with two lazy boys which they love.

If you are at all handy, you can remove the bench (or a portion of it) yourself to add two swivel rockers as you suggest - or there are pros out there that can to do it for you. No problem. I know there are some folks that were at Alumapalooza last year (at the factory) that do custom Airstream modifications in the exact same finishes as modern rigs - they are pretty pricey though, so I didn't pay much attention. Besides, we do all our own work on our vintage trailer. Regardless, the interior of these things go together pretty easy (even the new ones) - basic tools like a screw gun are all you need. You may have to make some kind of "end panel" at the new end of the shortened bench, but that could be pretty simple too.

If you do decide to modify it - try to think of your trailer's "next owner" who may want to put things back the way they were...they will appreciate it if you save the parts removed.

Good luck in what ever you chose to do!

Shari

[jaybauman]

I thought about doing something similar to the bench in my FC30, but the furnace is located under this seat. Since relocating the furnace would be excruciatingly difficult, we have learned to love the bench as-is. IIRC, the furnace is also located under the bench in the GT25 models.

[Airtandem]

I have a 25 Front bed Flying Cloud. I kept the street side as is; and removed the curb side bench and replaced it with a swivel recliner. I also narrowed the table (replaced).

Some have also removed the complete street side and replaced with a second recliner and work station.
Good luck with your mods. and welcome aboard.

[quietguy]

Look up the website at ultimateairstream.com


They do factory authorized modifications to airstreams. Just looking at their pictures, what they can do and have done will give you some great ideas.

[djbar]

Originally Posted by Airtandem

I have a 25 Front bed Flying Cloud. I kept the street side as is; and removed the curb side bench and replaced it with a swivel recliner. I also narrowed the table (replaced).

Some have also removed the complete street side and replaced with a second recliner and work station.
Good luck with your mods. and welcome aboard.

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Airtandem: Got any pix for us? Looking for ideas. Thanks

[guskmg]

I would get a variety of different shaped pillows and try different combinations to see really what you might like in the end. I thought of recliners incliners to save wall distance space. However, my experience tells me I might get tired of a particular chair after a while. If that happens you have to go through the whole process all over again. Plus all the $$$.
guskmg