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rv:class_b [2017/06/24 22:34] frater_secessus [Class B motorhomes] |
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- | Class B RVs are built //in// a van platform. | + | Class B [[rv:intro|RVs]] are built //in// a van platform. |
Class B motorhomes present several design challenges that make the cost surprisingly high. First, the RV amenities are built //within// the existing chassis and skin, which limits access for workers and fitment.((Other motorhomes are often built from the " | Class B motorhomes present several design challenges that make the cost surprisingly high. First, the RV amenities are built //within// the existing chassis and skin, which limits access for workers and fitment.((Other motorhomes are often built from the " | ||
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* most expensive per square foot of living space | * most expensive per square foot of living space | ||
- | * can be tight for 2+ people\ | + | * can be tight for 2+ people |
- | * limited standing space; | + | * limited standing space; often around 6' |
+ | ===== dropped floors ===== | ||
+ | Some Class B vans have dropped floor sections that may increase effective standing room. | ||
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+ | * RoadTreks (1998 - 2003((http:// | ||
+ | * Dodge Xplorer 224 models had a deeper dropped section near the side door, perhaps a foot deep.((http:// | ||
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These motorhomes blur the lines between large class B and small class C. They often have somewhat widened fiberglass body panels but lack the cabover sleeper that defines a class C. | These motorhomes blur the lines between large class B and small class C. They often have somewhat widened fiberglass body panels but lack the cabover sleeper that defines a class C. | ||
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+ | ===== resources ===== | ||
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+ | * [[https:// | ||
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+ | * **Video discussion: | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||