Garage clearance for a CS-S - Will it clear a 7 ft / 84 inch Standard Garage opening?

got2blee
got2blee Member Posts: 15
edited September 2019 in Tips & Tricks
As we are still waiting on the CS-S models to come in ( haven't bought it yet) we want to store it in our garage, but the overhead (pass thru) is 84 inches that is 7 ft. your standard garage. Although the actual ceiling is 100 inches. I'm getting :worried: nervous and not sure it will clear. Just thinking if by swapping out the tires to a 5/12 ? might do it. but still not cretin, it would be an EXPENSIVE mistake if it simply can not be done. Just have to figure out how to "DROP" 5-7 inches :i_dunno:
 How do you do it? would love to see your pics :how_interesting:




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  • TabberJohn
    TabberJohn Member Posts: 588
    edited September 2019
    Found following threads by entering "fit in garage site:https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com" into browser search.
    2015 T@B Max S (White/Silver) -> 2014 Ford Escape 2.0L (turbo, AWD, factory tow)
  • Pintoplumber
    Pintoplumber Member Posts: 182
    Just a thought as I don’t know how tall your camper will be, but we have a 2005 21RS that we keep in a 10’x10’ door opening. I have to let the air in the tires down to 15 lbs to get it in. Perhaps that will give you the clearance you need.
    2016 320 CS-S  1954 Ford F100  2017 Chevy suburban  2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • got2blee
    got2blee Member Posts: 15
    The specs on the CS-S indicates with an Overall height of 92'. My garage doorway clearance is 84'. 7ft 
  • dragonsdofly
    dragonsdofly Member Posts: 1,928
    @got2blee, please browse the threads listed by @TabberJohn. There are various ideas contained within that include buying wheels (rims) only on the cheap, and changing them for winter storage in the garage  with a standard 84" garage door opening. Pics are included for those faint of heart. Thanks @TabberJohn, for your efforts locating those threads. Newbies sometimes don't know how to navigate or use the search functions, or realize you are providing the answers they seek. All they have to do is read, and maybe look at the provided pictures.
    2017 t@b sofitel(Dr@gonsFly)TV 2015 Silverado 2500hd(Behemoth). Wyandotte, Michigan.
    Draco dormiens numquam titilandus.
  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    @got2blee do you have to deal with restrictions of an HOA? Multitudinous members store their T@Bs outside under a cover in very cold, very snowy places, with no ill effects. I’m grateful for our carport so it’s somewhat sheltered all year long. 
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • Mouseketab
    Mouseketab Member Posts: 1,262
    I have an 8' (96") garage door and my T@B fits under that with a few inches to spare
    Carol
    MOUSE-KE-T@B
    2007 Dutchmen T@B Clamshell #2741
    2022 nuCamp T@B 320 CS-S
    2021 F-150 502A Lariat SuperCrew, 3.5 EcoBoost 4x2
    Harvest, AL
  • GatorEgg
    GatorEgg Member Posts: 482
    After you do your measurements, multiple times, plus more, always check again.  We came up with 2 inches of clearance between the highest point( plumbing vent) on our Boondock and our garage door.  We pulled it in and out for multiple roadtrips.  After returning a couple weeks ago from a 3 week trip I backed her in as usual and knocked the plumbing vent loose off the roof.  Our garage door opener for some reason had not retracted the door the full height.  After working with it that day for a bit, it never did it again.  But we will check every time now before passing under the door header.
    2022 TAB 400 Boondock, 2019 Toyota Tacoma Sport 4x4
    2018 TAB 320 Boondock (previous)
    Odessa, Fl.  

  • got2blee
    got2blee Member Posts: 15
    thanks: TabberJohn , dragonsdofly jgram2 ,Pintoplumber ,GatorEgg and Mouseketab  really everyone! These are all great to know and very helpful. Thanks so much for sharing. Thank goodness our HOA is not too bad, as long as you can store it in your garage its ok and its not an eyesore.  I think the CSS is PERFECT  for us CANT WAIT. 
  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    @got2blee So you’ve figured out how to reduce the 92 “ tall T@B to fit into an 84” tall opening?  Are there RV storage places close by that don’t charge an arm and a leg? Or do you have a friend or family where you could “rent” a space? It’s not clear to me how you’re going to get rid of that 8” difference. Alternatively, the T@Gs are shorter would fit just fine. They too are well made and as cute as the dickens.
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • lkc001
    lkc001 Member Posts: 881
    I have yet to figure out how to get my Tab320S into my garage which is exactly 7 feet at the door opening--that is without changing tires, taking the tires off, deflating, etc, etc,---that's just too much work----good luck!   :o
    2018 Tab 400
    2016 Nissan Frontier SV 4x4 Crew Cab
  • got2blee
    got2blee Member Posts: 15
     I know those T@G's are adorable!.. but my husband is convinced that he can get it to fit. Trailerboy and a few others were able to do it thanks to Daveincaz. Don't know how to add links yet but here's the pics 💕👍😍 
  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    Even with the tires off, I’m not clear how you did it, but sure am happy you did! Happy travels!
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • huanvanho
    huanvanho Member Posts: 48

    I replace the current trailer tires with 12" x 4" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 and with the front jack almost to the floor. I measured from ground to the highest point with the AC vent took off and I still have 86" ....so it will not get in the garage. What did I do wrong? My garage is 83.5" height. Can you guys help?  I saw 9" x 4" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 on the market. Can I replace with this Rim or this one is too small to fit ?

    Thanks


  • cleung15
    cleung15 Member Posts: 1
    edited August 2021
    I fitted my 2022 inside the garage with
    a. 12" wheel without tire.  I think 12" is the smallest you can fit the brake.
    b. 4" drop hitch to tilt the approach angle, to protect the gray water drain.
    c. 2x4 wood as a track for 12" wheel.  To guide the 12" wheel, protect the gray water and to smooth the transition on the garage curb.
    d. remove the 2x12 header trim to clear the vent.  I modified the header trim to be removable, and bolt it back when after the t@b.
    e. remove the vent cap from the hitch, 4 screws

    Mine is NOT the BD version.  I guess the BD might have a small height differences.

    It was a tight fit through the opening, only less than an inch clearance.

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