TaB 400 Dinette Table Modification

TaBle42

Edited for picture resizing.

The table on my TaB 400 sticks out past the cushions in the sitting position. It is kind of a nuisance to manuver around and is just in the way. It is also difficult to move up and down as I need to stretch over the top. I redesigned the table with a flip-up top which makes setting up the top much easier, and when in the sitting position it is out of way and more enjoyable to sit or lie down. And, we gain more space. 

ChaseTheLight

Super nice!

Sharon_is_SAM

Great idea!  Share this with nuCamp!  The 400 mods begin!

LSkrabut

@TaBle42

How sturdy is the table in the lower position? 

Can it be used as a seat in the lower position?  

Can you post a photo of the underside? 

Where did you get the wood for the table?

I really do like this as an idea and mod.  

NRB

Love the mod. I assume that when the original table is lowered and the dinette is being used as a bed, that the lip of the table is uncomfortable?  I mean when you go to get out of the dinette as a bed you would swing your legs over the exposed lip of the original table and catch yourself on the edge?  I’ve seen the inside of the 400 briefly.  

PamandJohnUpNorth

I love your dinette table mod, thanks for posting.  I don't move the table for all the reasons you stated but I could now.  Your design allows for flexible and practical use of the space, thanks for sharing your idea!

snowchelle23

Oh my gosh I absolutely love it!!!

gande

Great table modification!  What hardware did you use to support the flip-up part of the table?  Any pictures of the underside available? Thanks.

Ratkity

Very professional job!!!

TaBle42

Thank you. 

TerryV6

Great idea..Very nice work...  I love this!

TaBle42

Thank you. It really changed how we use the space now - much more enjoyable to move around. Easier to lift and lower, and we love the smooth edges that I incorporated in the top. 

ageyedoc

would appreciate a look at the underside and or what the hardware is that you used for the hinge joint  and how it locks in place.   Beautiful table top!
Thanks

TaBle42

EDITED FOR PICTURE SIZE - Sharon

TaBle42

Here you go....

gande

Thanks for the picture. Where did you get the leaf support hardware?

rbrtm

Thanks also for the pic. Was thinking of making a lighter table, and this fold down idea is great.

TaBle42

Thank you

PamandJohnUpNorth2

It looks like these may be the leaf supports that @TaBle42 used:

https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Drop-Leaf-Supports-Pair/dp/B001DT3A4K/ref=asc_df_B001DT3A4K/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=282882267246&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5445594351300863735&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9020757&hvtargid=pla-524757300177&psc=1

TaBle42

Yes, I used metal leaf supports, which work great. 

gande

TaBle42...where did you get the butcher block material?  Everything I've found is either too thick or very expensive.

PJ123

TaBle42 what materials did you use for the table top? I would like to do this to ours!

TaBle42

I used a butcher block material - beechwood. 

TaBle42

This really helps with opening up the space and for sitting and lying down. 

ADRawli

@TaBle42  I think this question was asked but I don’t know that it was answered... where did you source the birch butcher’s block?  Did you order online?  By the way, I think this is one of the very best and most desirable mods I’ve seen for the 400.  You lose none of the original functionality and only enhance the usability of the set up as a sofa.  And it looks fantastical to boot!   Love it!

TaBle42

Thank you -
You can go online or IKEA. However, I reinforced mine with steel ribs to control cupping and to provide more support. 
Pete

kaylevine1

what a great mod!!
makes me wish I was handy enough to do myself-Kay Levine

TaBle42

Thank you Kay 

ChrisFix

TaBle42 said:

Thank you Kay 

You did an amazing looking job with your table design and execution. I think it's a great idea and upgrade.

SWickersham

You ROCK!  Did you use the wall attachment from the original table or did you order a new one from Nu Camp? Did you use the old table as a template for the shape of the original table? Inquiring minds want to know.

ChrisFix

TaBle42 said:

Thank you ChrisFix, I am actually making several for some folks right now.

I'm a few months away from purchasing a camper...but your table is already on my short list of upgrades!