We're new to the Grey Nomads forum, so thanks for having us. We are looking at replacing our current van for an ensuite semi off-road van, without the cafe seat/dinette, but with recliner chairs. We would like a late model in good condition, or will go new if we have to.
Our tow vehicle is a 2018 SR5 Hilux auto with 3200kg tow rating.
Crusader make the Recliner series 19 which looks about what we need, but we would like to know what you think, and what else is out there.
Thanks
Waz & Vick
Roany said
06:39 PM Mar 18, 2019
Hi, we love our Spaceland Scenic Captains Deck ( Fitted with recliners). Also check out Trounce Caravans Safari's.
Craig1 said
09:50 PM Mar 18, 2019
www.hcrv.com.au/vehicle/new-age-oz-classic/ Hi Waz and Vick, have a look at this one just for interest. We had a walk through on Saturday with a maybe buyer. Seats are pretty comfy, not very high off floor. No storage under is a drawback maybe? Lots of cupboards in van overall. this van is truly as described.
vince56 said
07:32 AM Mar 19, 2019
Hi and welcome, We are very, very happy with our Crusader with recliners, great quality and worth a look.
mezza56 said
09:58 AM Mar 19, 2019
We have recliners in our van , so much more comfortable than sitting bolt upright in a dinette . The crusader seats supplied are very low and dont go upright . We searched everywhere and got some office recliners on wheels from Harveynorman . They are the right height for the table as they are adjustable and on wheels you can manouvre easier if reaching for a cupboard door or sink . We have a carpet section under the chairs so not to mark our vinyl floor . We use a large strap to lock them to the leg of the fold out table during travel and they dont move st all , no problems even on 80 klms of dirt road , but admittedly it wasn't badly corrugated . Not for everyone but we're happy.
JayDee said
06:32 AM Mar 21, 2019
I have advised else where on this forum.
We ripped out our L Shape and installed cover over the wheel arch with storage, then cut the table to a trifold and bought 2 recliner / swival chairs. swival chairs is great as we can reach the fridge and slide out pantry whilst sitting. Bst move ever. Our cost around $700.
Jay&Dee
iana said
07:36 AM Mar 21, 2019
We have a 24ft Jayco Silverline with recliners, fitted as standard. Very comfortable for two persons, but we are full time travelers and they suit us. One issue with recliners, is that the storage that was under the seats that are in the position of the normal layout van is not there, so in our case the water heater, batteries, water pump, trailer braking all had to be fitted in new and non std locations.
Another point which needs to be considered is, do you need the recliners to fully reclined back, i.e. snoozing position. If so, you need at least six feet clearance to do this. All this equates to room and so length.
Ron-D said
09:06 AM Mar 21, 2019
Whats wrong with watching tv in bed much more comfortable than any chair
Baggy Bums said
08:01 PM Mar 24, 2019
We have 2 recliners in our Crusader Excalibur, love them. Love the fan. Go for it.
Radar said
02:58 PM Mar 26, 2019
Craig1 wrote:
www.hcrv.com.au/vehicle/new-age-oz-classic/ Hi Waz and Vick, have a look at this one just for interest. We had a walk through on Saturday with a maybe buyer. Seats are pretty comfy, not very high off floor. No storage under is a drawback maybe? Lots of cupboards in van overall. this van is truly as described.
That looks real comfortable, nice choice and well fitted out.
Hi All.
We're new to the Grey Nomads forum, so thanks for having us. We are looking at replacing our current van for an ensuite semi off-road van, without the cafe seat/dinette, but with recliner chairs. We would like a late model in good condition, or will go new if we have to.
Our tow vehicle is a 2018 SR5 Hilux auto with 3200kg tow rating.
Crusader make the Recliner series 19 which looks about what we need, but we would like to know what you think, and what else is out there.
Thanks
Waz & Vick
We have recliners in our van , so much more comfortable than sitting bolt upright in a dinette . The crusader seats supplied are very low and dont go upright . We searched everywhere and got some office recliners on wheels from Harveynorman . They are the right height for the table as they are adjustable and on wheels you can manouvre easier if reaching for a cupboard door or sink . We have a carpet section under the chairs so not to mark our vinyl floor . We use a large strap to lock them to the leg of the fold out table during travel and they dont move st all , no problems even on 80 klms of dirt road , but admittedly it wasn't badly corrugated . Not for everyone but we're happy.
I have advised else where on this forum.
We ripped out our L Shape and installed cover over the wheel arch with storage, then cut the table to a trifold and bought 2 recliner / swival chairs. swival chairs is great as we can reach the fridge and slide out pantry whilst sitting. Bst move ever. Our cost around $700.
Jay&Dee
Another point which needs to be considered is, do you need the recliners to fully reclined back, i.e. snoozing position. If so, you need at least six feet clearance to do this. All this equates to room and so length.
Whats wrong with watching tv in bed much more comfortable than any chair
That looks real comfortable, nice choice and well fitted out.
Ps. We love our centre door