Bunk cushion thickness and foam type

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tmackey
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Bunk cushion thickness and foam type

Post by tmackey » Wed Mar 16, 2016 12:27 pm

Hi,
What is the best thickness and type of foam for the bunks? I am thinking of 4" or 3". Given the limited head room when sitting down, which is best and which is normally used?
Tom

robvega
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Re: Bunk cushion thickness and foam type

Post by robvega » Fri Mar 18, 2016 12:39 pm

Hi Tom,
I just replaced the foam in the side bunk cushions on Vega, I got 3" foam to fit in the original covers but I guess you could go to 4" if replacing the covers as well. I got the firmest foam they had (ebay seller) and am glad I did,the old foam was gone where you sit all the time, new stuff gives support all over now.
Hope this helps.
Rob

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Re: Bunk cushion thickness and foam type

Post by tmackey » Sun Mar 20, 2016 10:40 pm

Hi Rob,
I think I will go for a good firm 3" foam.
Thanks,
Tom

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