RVers don't have the luxury of squandering space as frequently occurs in a stick house with more room. So, it's important to consider how you're utilizing all the spaces in your RV.
This concept will become even more important as smaller more economical RVs gain in popularity. I will continue to give you tips and insights into how to better utilize your RV spaces in future articles and today I will focus on the motorhome pilot position.
Whether it is a class A,B or C the driver position often becomes underutilized space after the day's driving is complete. The type of motorhome will determine the ways you can utilize this important space. I have a class A and since I ejected a "J lounge" couch and replaced it with a desk, I depend on the pilot chair for double duty as living room furniture when parked. Since the chair backs-up against the steering wheel I use the space for temporary storage.
Some people have enough room to use the steering wheel as a table.
Others use it as a desk. Here is an example of a simple design. 
A round wood table top disk (available at any big box hardware store) held in place with wine bottle corks attached to the board.
This RVer opted for a larger work area and since the steering wheel didn't tilt completly horizontal, they rigged a hinged brace that fits on the steering wheel.
Notice the curved cut on the lip of the brace fits the dimension of the steering wheel to hold it snugly in place.
The desktop folds in half with a piano hinge so it can be neatly stored away when not in use.
It is also cut at an angle to allow access to the entryway. The desktop rests on the brace and the dash for added stability.
These are just a few ideas showing you how to better utilize your RV space. Use your creative RV genius to come up with your own space saving, multi-use designs that will help you get the most out of your RV experience.Steering you in the right direction - Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing
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3 comments:
Hey professor, I'm so glad I found you! Had been wondering where you'd been, when I finally remembered to go to your blog.
Your tips have been missed around here. Glad to see you're still out there. Happy 2009!
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You have some good stuff keep it up
Bob
Great ideas for the handyman. They actually sell a steering wheel table at Camping World. I don't think it's expensive but I guess you'd have to weigh the pros and cons of cost regarding buying or making your own table top. Angie
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