Bed lifts for Jayco MVP29?

[shewren]

We are wondering if there is anyway to put in bed lifts in a Jayco Class C 29MVP. We looked at Hatchlift but it says “NOT for RV beds in Slide Outs with Fixed Base Platforms”. Thanks for any suggestions.

[Robbbyr]

Originally Posted by shewren

We are wondering if there is anyway to put in bed lifts in a Jayco Class C 29MVP. We looked at Hatchlift but it says “NOT for RV beds in Slide Outs with Fixed Base Platforms”. Thanks for any suggestions.

I developed a system for older Freightliner-based Senecas like my 2014 that had the Power Gear slideout mechanism. A bracket attached to the "trolley" of the slideout so the lift cylinders moved in conjunction with the mattress platform as it moved in or out when the slideout was extended or retracted. However in about 2018 (I think) Jayco changed to an in-wall Scwintech slideout system and my invention won't work on them.

Below are pics of how mine works, any chance your underbed area looks like the first picture? The second picture shows my adapter and the lift struts installed holding the mattress platform up.

With the proper cylinders installed based on the weight of the mattress and bedding you can lift the bed easily with one hand and it stays up until you gently push it down. No "guillotine" bed now, much safer and convenient!

[shewren]

This is how it looks under the bed

[Robbbyr]

Originally Posted by shewren

This is how it looks under the bed

Looking at your pictures my guess is you have the in-wall Schwintek (Lippert) slide system. Does your slide have outside gear "tracks" on the side walls of the slideout? If so, that is the Schwintek system.

My system will not work on that side of slide unfortunately, nothing to hook the lift struts onto that moves with the bed platform. Sorry!

[shewren]

Thanks for your help. There must be some way to hold it up. They sell so many of this type of Class C someone must have come up with a solution. Thanks again.

[Jimmyd]

Here is my solution for the 29MV.
I glued and screwed a block into the existing frame and then cut a piece of wood to hold it up. Sorry this picture doesn’t show the entire thing but I’m sure you can figure it out. Jimmyd

[shewren]

That looks like it would work I just hate the idea of lifting the bed since it's so heavy. Thanks again.

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

That looks like it would work I just hate the idea of lifting the bed since it's so heavy. Thanks again.

I know lifting the bed is a pain but with the top sliding back and forth this is all that seems to work. I also moved my wiring away from the water pump and insulated the opening into the outside storage bin.
Did you ever get your recliner installed?

[shewren]

Not yet. My hubby is supposed to order them today. He's really concerned that they won't fit.

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

Not yet. My hubby is supposed to order them today. He's really concerned that they won't fit.

You should have plenty of room. The recliner is 58” wide and the opening is 62”.
We are crossing the country and yesterday we’re commenting on how much more comfortable we are now. Money well spent.
Hope it all works out for you. Jimmyd

[shewren]

I think he's worried about the depth not so much about the width. Do you have any idea how many screws you used and how long they were? Did you just use wood screws?

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

I think he's worried about the depth not so much about the width. Do you have any idea how many screws you used and how long they were? Did you just use wood screws?

I used decking screws of two different lengths. I believe I used 8 along the back frame 1-5/8” long and along the sides I needed 3” long. The sides take a little maneuvering to get to but you can keep the backs off and extend the recliner once the rear fram is fastened. I set the back of the frame 15” out from the wall and this worked well for our coach. You’ll need to check before fully fastening down. Hope this helps. Jimmyd

[shewren]

Thanks for the info. I will keep you posted on my progress (I'm the one installing them my hubby is a disabled vet so I appreciate all the help I can get. )

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

Thanks for the info. I will keep you posted on my progress (I'm the one installing them my hubby is a disabled vet so I appreciate all the help I can get. )

Glad to help. I may stop in Amarillo, Tx. for a few nights this weekend and when I do I can post better pictures. I will remove the backs of the recliner and try to get a few closeups.
That may help with your install.
Are you guys in Crawfordville, Fl ?

[shewren]

That would be great. Thanks. No, we are in Indiana.

[Subaru297]

Is there a reason you can't just use gas lift struts on that?

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by Subaru297

Is there a reason you can't just use gas lift struts on that?

Yep! It’s called bad design by Jayco. The platform slides back and forth on the base.

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

That would be great. Thanks. No, we are in Indiana.

Another Crawfordsville. We have a daughter not to far from you in Noblesville.
We are near Crawfordville, Fl on the Gulf of Mexico.
As soon as possible I will post some pictures of the recliner. We are just stopped for the night west of Oklahoma City.

[shewren]

Our recliners should be delivered today! I got the jackknife sofa out and hopefully I will be able to get the chairs in tonight or tomorrow. Thanks for all your help. I might have a question or 2 when I start.

[Jimmyd]

Originally Posted by shewren

Our recliners should be delivered today! I got the jackknife sofa out and hopefully I will be able to get the chairs in tonight or tomorrow. Thanks for all your help. I might have a question or 2 when I start.

We’re you able to save the 3/8” base bolts in place? Keep them in by putting the washers and nuts back on.
I would bring 1 base in and 1 back to start with. This will help to see how it fits into place with the base and the Valances. If your platform is 33” deep start by measuring out from the wall 15” to the back of the frame and see if that clears your valance at the Top back of the recliner.
I will get you a few pictures later this am.
Let the fun begin. Jimmyd