2018 T@B and T@G Changes Announced

Verna

Yes, this photo isn't resized--my resizing app made it fuzzy.  And yes, we already know many of these, but just n case you missed it....here it is

wizard1880

Solar standard -- WOOT!

Seeing the 3-way fridge coming to the CS models will also be a welcome addition.

Homebodyatheart

I'm glad those things are now standard, but a bit perturbed that we had to pay a lot extra for the front window and outside shower for our 2017 that came this year. It is what it is I guess, but it would have been nice, and saved some serious money.

TennTim

My read is that the solar is a now available "package."

As for the standard features, we haven't seen the updated standard price.  My hunch is you will feel less disappointed. 

Any pictures of this updated T@G headboard?

Verna

wizard1880 said:

Solar standard -- WOOT!

Seeing the 3-way fridge coming to the CS models will also be a welcome addition.

@wizard1880, no, there will be a solar package available. It is an option. 

IrishCamper74

Just as I'm about to pick out fabric to cover my bench cushions.....lol
This will be a nice addition for folks, not for nothin' the current fabric choices are, well, ....meh

Verna

@IrishCamper74, email elsie@nucamprv.com. I've been working with her on new foam for my cushion seats and she can help you.

wizard1880

Verna said:

wizard1880 said:

Solar standard -- WOOT!

Seeing the 3-way fridge coming to the CS models will also be a welcome addition.

@wizard1880, no, there will be a solar package available. It is an option. 

Oops you're right--nevermind, I misread.

Still great that it's offered, nonetheless!

Finn12

Oh, so envious of the front cabinet/drawers in the CS-S!!  I've been using plastic storage bins there (due to lack of carpentry skills). 

Cowboy

Excited about the solar option. As most of my camping will be at competitions on ranges, dry camping will be the majority of my camping after I get one. This is great news!

manny

I ordered my 2017 in may of 2016..  took del. on 7/27/2016   had them put lic plate on clamshell back.. had counter & sink & drawers inside  took out sink in bath....  added ext. storage door  ... removed tv from gallery...   I guess they were  making more custom models.. standard stuff now..

foxden

So I wonder if the single termination valve will be available as a "part" for modification on existing T@bs.  I would love to have this but not sure about getting all of the off the shelf pieces and constructing one myself.  (Although I might re-read all of the how-to posts on this forum and get brave enough to tackle it).

ericnliz

@foxden, All I can tell you about the single termination valve is this....once you have it done, you'll LOVE IT! Used mine for the first time this weekend ( A really BIG thanks to @Dalehelman again for this mod!) , and wished I'd done it a lot sooner. I've watched Dale do four of them now, one of them coached @DouayHA) through the process. Might want to get some tips so you'd feel more "comfortable" doing this. Believe me, you won't regret it once it's done!

Homebodyatheart

@foxden I heartily second @ericnliz comments! I had this mod done before my first campout and even though I'd never owned a trailer much less dumped before it was a breeze! Now I've been out twice and there is absolutely nothing to dumping with one outlet! Go for it!

gophergrad

I will probably pay to upgrade to the 3 way fridge on my CS-S.  Do you think my dealer can do the single termination outlet?

SnapDog

@foxden I agree! This would be a top of the list mod for me, but all I can think of is What if I mess it up. Yuck! 

BrianZ

For a 2018 T@B, what is the difference between a "T@B S", "TAB Max S", and a "T@B 320 S"?
Also:
Which model(s)/year(s) have a sink in the corner of the shower?
When was an additional table-mounting bracket added to the outside passenger side wall?

ScottG

@BrianZ, "Max" was used to designate the full-featured package offered in the days when Little Guy and Pleasant Valley (now nuCamp) were collaborating. There were models with fewer features called the "Basic" and "QuickStart" but you rarely if ever encountered one of those. Now independent, nuCamp appears to have dropped these from the standard offerings, so all T@Bs are essentially a "Max." 

The "320" designates the size of the trailer, distinguishing it from the larger 400 that nuCamp recently introduced. These monikers mimic those used in Europe, where similar looking T@Bs are produced by a different company.

In all cases, the "S" designates models with a wet bath.

I think early LG/PV T@Bs were equipped with bath sinks, but they were dropped at some point. My 2015 does not have one. I'm not sure the current status of those fixtures, but the nuCamp site does list them as standard on S models.

I'm also not sure about the outside table bracket. The Lagun table was added sometime after 2015, but I'm not sure if the outside bracket was standard. Many owners did retrofit their older T@Bs when the Lagun became available.

I think I've got this history right--someone please correct me if not!

BrianZ

Thank you, Scott, for the T@B history lesson.  That does explain a lot.  So, if I understand correctly, then for our 2018 all three terminologies would be equivalent for a non-400 model T@B with shower. 

The reason I asked is because when we bought ours in August, the sales contract listed it as "T@B Max S", and I questioned the dealer about it, saying that I was expecting it to be listed as a "T@B 320 S".  He offered to change it if I preferred, but not wanting to create unnecessary work, I said if they're the same, then it doesn't matter.  However, I was surprised again later to see it listed on the Certificate of Origin dated June 2017 as simply "T@B S".  It all struck me as weird, but if this was a time of transition when options had already become standard & a new model was coming out that would also change the name, but not retroactively, then that explains a lot.

ScottG

Yep, for your model year I would interpret them all as meaning he same thing. I suspect the sales people at the dealerships may not always be on top of the recent subtle changes in naming conventions. 

Homebodyatheart

@BrianZ up until 2018 the outside Lagun mount was an add on. We paid to add it to our 2017 MaxS which was ordered October 2016. We also paid for the front window which is also now standard. I'd do the window again in a heartbeat, but in my first season I've never moved my table to the outside mount. I prefer using a small collapsible camping table outside. That's the beauty of it all, we can personalize them to our hearts content! 

BrianZ

We only tried the table once on the outside mount, but it was too high up to be useful.  We did however take off the table top and set it across two small camp stools for a nice coffee table while sitting by the camp fire.  We forgot & left it mounted outside overnight when it rained & had a big puddle of water on it next morning.  I was pleasantly surprised that it appeared to be well sealed with no apparent water damage.  I feared that it might have a particle board inside that would swell from water exposure, but it did not.

Michigan_Mike

BrianZ said:

We only tried the table once on the outside mount, but it was too high up to be useful.  We did however take off the table top and set it across two small camp stools for a nice coffee table while sitting by the camp fire.  We forgot & left it mounted outside overnight when it rained & had a big puddle of water on it next morning.  I was pleasantly surprised that it appeared to be well sealed with no apparent water damage.  I feared that it might have a particle board inside that would swell from water exposure, but it did not.

You can modify the Lagun pedestal like this and it does make a difference that allows for use.  

Sharon_is_SAM

BrianZ, I suspect that some dealers may not have had the most current order form, hence the out dated nomenclature.  The clamshell models still have the sink in the bath, at least our late 2017 model does.  I did not think the outside Lagun mounts are standard except for the Sofitel models.  The outside table height on the S model is limited and requires a modification.  http://tab-rv.vanillaforums.com/discussion/3608/lagun-table-pedestal-mod-outside-use/p1

Sharon_is_SAM

I just looked at the nuCamp listed "Features" for each model and they list a wetbath sink with the S model.  Pretty dure that needs an update.  Yes, that needs updated as they list the CS model as a Queen size bed...more like a full size bed.

Tabaz

Forget upgrading to the 400, the new standard plastic toilet paper roll cover is the reason to sell my 2016 Outback. So tired of having to open and close the Costco trail mix jug for the TP.

2Cougs

Our CS-S is a short queen... Width of queen but only 6' as we sleep wheel to wheel in the clamshell.  Our model has the corner sink in the bath... Seriously considering removing it!

RogerL

My dealer just told me that he talked with the manufacturer and he said there is no plan to have a 3-way refrigerator in the new model year T@B clamshells. Does anyone have any additional info on why the change in plans?

ericnliz

@RogerL, To MY knowledge, the only fridge that ever was put in the Clamshell model was a 2 way. I know of a couple of folks here that opted for the ARB fridge instead of the 2 way. If I had a clamshell, I'm pretty sure that's the route I would choose as well, just for the efficiency factor.

Homebodyatheart

@Tabaz here is my quick, cheap, and easy solution. Thanks to @Dalehelman  for the metal tube!

Sharon_is_SAM

Isn't the mirror great for suction cup anythings!  Toothbrush holders, hooks, etc.