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Post by maj on Aug 29, 2012 20:08:31 GMT -5
We have a 63 Shasta (16'). The PO removed the traditional table hardware and replaced it with a center post screwed to the floor. We have removed this and attached a leg into the original screw holes. We bought a patricks hinge like here www.dyersonline.com/patrick-table-support.html also sold on VTS. However, when my husband wen to install it, he realized that the wall is rounded and so the hinges on the table won't line up with the hinges on the wall. Perhaps this isn't what was used before? There is also a wooden strip "bar" across the wall. Maybe the table just rested on this? Please help. Did they just install it wrong? Or should we be using something else?
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Post by schweetcruisers on Aug 29, 2012 20:12:23 GMT -5
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Post by maj on Aug 29, 2012 22:50:29 GMT -5
Yes. That's what I have. It's called a Patrick Hinge and is identical to what I linked to in the post. It doesn't seem to be working.
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Post by schweetcruisers on Aug 29, 2012 22:53:38 GMT -5
Then your overhang is too much, the hinge needs enough clearance to hook together. I have about a half inch inbetween my tabletop and wall. I can post a picture tomorrow if you want.
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Post by idqrocks on Aug 30, 2012 18:41:23 GMT -5
Also, I found out you can't do one long piece the size of the table. (VTS ships 30 inches) Its too hard to get the whole thing to line up. Its easier to use to small 4 inch or so chunks.
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Post by schweetcruisers on Aug 30, 2012 20:57:26 GMT -5
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Post by k10lan on Dec 13, 2012 20:33:34 GMT -5
Hello! We bought our '64 Airflyte with no dinette or table. We gutted the front paneling and have replaced the rotted framing and are *finally* getting close to getting some paneling back in there! My question is this: I can see the wood strip in the photos that the hinge is attached to. How is this attached to the wall? Does anyone know the height/dimensions? Should there be a support piece in the wall behind it? I know there was a support piece underneath the window, but ours had rotted and was no longer attached when we removed the front paneling (literally fell out).
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Post by Gone Kayaking on Dec 14, 2012 1:22:08 GMT -5
I would definitely have a 1x3 piece going horizontal across the level where the table will be. Make sure to account for the curve in your height measurements for this. so that the table ends up being the height you want it to be. I ended up messing this part up a bit and had to had a bracket on the inside as well that raises the whole deal up a bit. Hope that makes sent. Standard table height is generally between 28 and 30 inches. Sit on your dinette cushions and see what feels comfortable in this range. In tems of the width it's also a judgement call. Some people have made them wide enough so that they make a platform for the bed. But the originals were narrower than this. Mine is just shy of 24 inches and then has a cut out to make it easier to get out on the streetside. Depth extends out just a bit.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:29:21 GMT -5
I get to help again, cool!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:31:19 GMT -5
The table height is 27" from the floor when standing. This shows the height of the mounts, measured from the floor.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:33:18 GMT -5
I took out the screen here and measured down from the lip of the aluminum.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:34:53 GMT -5
Measured from the panel on the side wall, across from the left.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:36:11 GMT -5
And the rest of the mount. Sorry for covering the end of the tape, but it gives the general idea.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 8:39:10 GMT -5
Table set up. These were taken this morning, in my 1964 Airflyte. It is original, unmolested, the way Shasta put it together.
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Post by k10lan on Dec 14, 2012 21:54:37 GMT -5
Thanks so much! Looking at the photos, it looks like we should center our internal support beam about 26.5 inches off the floor and screw the wood strip into that after the birch is installed. Does that sound right? Really appreciate the help!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2012 22:59:50 GMT -5
That makes sense to me, and someone mentioned a 3" framing piece and that will give you a larger target for sure.
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Post by kosmik on Jun 1, 2013 20:05:33 GMT -5
Hey, Quick question, what keeps the original table leg from folding in while in use? some kind of locking pin? Thanks Kosmik
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 20:17:51 GMT -5
I don't know if it was original equipment or not, but mine has a hook and eye at the bottom of the leg. The hook is screwed into the leg, and the eye screwed into the floor. With the leg hooked it holds it fairly stable. I have figured it would be a good idea, because I would be pretty pissed off if my dinner landed on the floor because of the leg being kicked out.
(How is that one, Vikx??)
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Post by universalexports on Jun 1, 2013 21:02:23 GMT -5
my 61 has the exact same hook and eye, I was also wondering if someone added it. my camper appeared to be all original when I got it.
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Post by Gone Kayaking on Jun 1, 2013 22:50:06 GMT -5
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Post by Hamlet on Jun 2, 2013 3:22:21 GMT -5
Hamlet has the hook and eye as well, but we use it only when the table is down to keep the leg from flapping around. We haven't had a problem with having the leg colapse, despite our two dogs running in and out from underneath it.
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Post by Gone Kayaking on Jun 2, 2013 16:10:13 GMT -5
I prefer not having something sticking out of the floor, as we often have the table set up outside. One less thing to stub my toe on.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2013 17:40:18 GMT -5
Understood...I cannot believe how many times I have stepped on or stubbed against that little 1/4"-above-the-floor little eye sticking up! My mother warned me when I was little about how damned clumsy I was....
(How about that one Vikx??)
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Post by kosmik on Jun 2, 2013 18:01:42 GMT -5
Thanks everyone for the info. Think I'm leaning to the locking latch up at the top. I know it is not original but my full restoration is a long way off, if ever. But she is waterproof and has major points for style. Cheers
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Post by mobiltec on Jun 3, 2013 22:38:32 GMT -5
On my Westerner table the hook and eye were near the top of the leg and the bottom of the table with a locking hook. The hook was attached to the bottom of the table and the eye was about an inch or a little more down from the top of the leg. It worked great all the years I had it and you all know how big my dog was. I'm going to do that with this Shasta and I will post photos when it's complete.
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Post by vikx on Jun 5, 2013 1:57:58 GMT -5
After the last TOE STUB, I removed the "eye" and drilled a hole in the floor. A peg in the table leg fits tightly into said hole, keeping the table leg secure during travel. A very slight offset makes for a nice tight fit. Toe is still purple...
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Post by Deleted on Jun 5, 2013 17:51:46 GMT -5
So, your Mom didn't warn you about the "clumsy"" factor, huh?
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Post by mobiltec on Jun 5, 2013 21:31:40 GMT -5
So, your Mom didn't warn you about the "clumsy"" factor, huh? With me it's my dad's fault. He is the one I got the giant feet from. But I did get my mom's beautiful eyes. My grandfather gave me the big ears. I don't know where I got the attitude from.
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