Power Steering/fan belt...clearance problem with water pump pully

[19julien59]

WOW, that is cool.  I have been thinking about the same thing but hadn't come up with the right "cover".  I was looking for an old square fiberglass rooftop luggage carrier...to use one-half for the pop. 

Would it even be possible to add an escape hatch...enough of a "flat" area?  I have kids (my daughter and i use the cab bunk, as wife and son are claustrophobic (sp?))  and would worry about not having one.

How did you fasten and seal the perimeter?  Other than removing the framing, was there any additional framing added at the perimeter? 

Thanks,

Great Job!

[JerryT]

Thanks!
On page 2 about 2/3 down for the sealant. I added some 1xs and a custom 2x6 on each side. This mod was easy, and is very strong. We love the bunk now, takes all the claustrophobic-ness away for us. I thought about the escape hatch and here is what I come up with.
1 I wanted to be able to leave the vent open without rain coming in so I opted for a powered vent instead.
2 Standing in the new bunk the escape hatch would be very high on your body (hard to get out)
3 Once (if) you got out it is all down hill i.e. not safe.
4 Most rigs don't even have escape hatches.
5 Do you want to be on the roof of a burning motorhome?
6 We have a smoke detector that will give us time to get out the cab doors or back door.
7 My rig did not come with the back ladder but has a full rear window awning.
8 And I save the best for last, those escape hatches are poor quality so I was happy to be done with it!

The bunk is a whole new part of the Clipper like a new room that you would spend time in and not for just sleeping. It was my way of making our Clipper bigger without making it bigger. The Clipper is built lower to the ground than most class C's. I am still under 12' and the storage pod behind it is a bit lower. Also they look good up there as a pair, better than one alone. I also enjoy having the new shelf in the bedroom, something that I always though was missing. Extra storage is always a plus. It's our favorite mod so far and was cheaper than a new/bigger rig. Sleeping is great with the extra room and the new vent, easier to stay comfy heat/cool wise.The extra room also allows for a thicker premium mattress for that GOOD nights sleep! When asked about it I show it to people and they all say the same thing, they wish they had that much headroom. Ask any and all questions, I have more pics of the work and progress.

JerryT

[19julien59]

Thanks so much.  I think that there is a real possiblity that I will do this...so I definately will have more questions...Happy Holidays!!

[JerryT]

Your welcome, you have a great holiday also.

JerryT