x17z storage question

[tacoma]

Just picked up a 2014 x17z and being there is much less storage than my previous hybrid. I was wondering where you would store utensils and silverware since there are no drawers on the front of the kitchen area. Thanks for any info.

[Jagiven]

I liked the 17Z’s size, but what kept us from buying it was the lack of storage. When we discussed it, all the stuff that would stay in the unit all the time would have to go into the OHC and everything else like our cloths would be in duffle bags tossed on the beds during the day, and on then on dinette at night.

I have looked at the floor plans but not too closely at the unit since we bought our 23B. There might be a false panel under the J-Sofa that can be removed for stashing items too. In our 23B I removed that panel and we store our shoes there.

By the way congratulations on your new HTT and on your first post!

[Tunce the traveler]

This is why we chose the EXP21M hibrid, there's space for 4 drawers.

[tacoma]

Thanks for the response. My last hybrid had lots of storage but we had the mini bathroom and the wife always complained so I am loosing storage for a full bathroom.

[Tunce the traveler]

My top drawer

[campingva]

I bought small covered boxes at Walmart. One holds silverware and another holds misc. Kitchen items. After adding shelves to the cabinets the kiychen stuff goes above the sink. More shelves and dishes and cups go above the sofa.

[muelldawg]

We use 3 plastic containers (knives, forks, spoons) and store them above the sink in a overhead cabinet.

[Allamuchy Joe]

We use those small plastic shoeboxes for our silverware and store them under the sink.

BTW, there is a lot of space in the 17Z that is hidden. I pulled out the false wall under the sink and extended the shelf there. Also, I openned up that covered cubby above the CD player. We store our headwear in that area.

I recommend you visit the "mods" area of the board and search for 17Z modifications. Pretty neat stuff people come up with.

Don't miss the sewer hose mod!

Joe

[DocBrown]

Originally Posted by Tunce the traveler

This is why we chose the EXP21M hibrid, there's space for 4 drawers.Attachment 11688Attachment 11688

Where do you find those drawers? Our X20e has lots of storage but no drawers. I'd love to convert one of our cabinets to have drawers like this.

[tacoma]

Thanks for the advice. Joe

[clossan1]

Originally Posted by Tunce the traveler

My top drawerAttachment 11689

Is that a counter extender I see? Did you install yourself? Was it challenging?

Thanks!

[LongIslandCamper]

Please keep in mind the extremely limited cargo carrying capacity of the 17Z. I believe it's only about 300 lbs which adds up VERY quickly.

[Tunce the traveler]

Originally Posted by DocBrown

Where do you find those drawers? Our X20e has lots of storage but no drawers. I'd love to convert one of our cabinets to have drawers like this.

It just comes with the drawers.

[Tunce the traveler]

Originally Posted by clossan1

Is that a counter extender I see? Did you install yourself? Was it challenging?

Thanks!

The counter extender was easy just bought the hinges on Amazon .com and cut the piece of wood to fit. I'll try to find the hinges for you and take a pic. Of the extension in the AM.

[Tunce the traveler]

Originally Posted by clossan1

Is that a counter extender I see? Did you install yourself? Was it challenging?

Thanks!

Again, Amazon.com. Folding shelf bracket #SP1794 8x8 sold by Midwest Cabinet & Supply. There sold in pairs and I bought the shelf at Lowes and I stained it.

[Tunce the traveler]

My counter top extension ,it's 12-3/8" W- 19-3/8" L. It still leaves me an isle way exit 16-1/8" wide with a curved front edge for easer walk around to the steps. From the edge of the ext.to the sink is 17-1/4", counter top from sink to stove is 16-1/4" so that gives me 33-1/2" of work surface. When we put the full cutting board on the stove (that we have never used) we have 4'8" of work surface.

[Tunce the traveler]

Tried to add 3 pics. But didn't work

[Tunce the traveler]

Today I made steps for Tunce so she would have an easy time going to bed. For her it's a den and rather dark at night.
It should be fun for the grand kids also and the center step is an extra seat when we have a full house. The slide will close with the steps in place.

[go wild]

Back to the OP's question, I installed an "add a drawer" to the table. It's plastic but works pretty well.

At Camping World - http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...a-drawer/38133

[Tunce the traveler]

Originally Posted by go wild

Back to the OP's question, I installed an "add a drawer" to the table. It's plastic but works pretty well.

At Camping World - http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...a-drawer/38133

Oh, that's a must have for pad & pencil, maps, I Pad charging cords, that fork I just forgot when I sat down to eat.