On 07/05/2021 6:32 PM Barry Grosman via groups.io < barrygodflat@...> wrote:

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Thanks for this helpful recommendation. One question - do you think that it would be too thick for the upper bunk?

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Take care,

Barry

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On Jul 3, 2021, at 5:10 PM, Michael Diehr < md03@...> wrote:

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After years of uncomfortable sleep in the downstairs bed in our 2000 Eurovan full camper, we had tried all sorts of solutions, such as supplementing with Z-lite pads, backpacker inflatable pads, etc. Nothing really worked and the extra layers and bulk were always frustrating to deal with.

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So, this summer we decided to splurge and purchased the Exped MegaMat Duo 10 (Medium Double) size, and used it as the only sleep surface (e.g. we removed the existing pads and left them at home).

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The megaMat is a perfect size for the Winnebago full camper bottom bunk, very comfortable and warm. It's mostly self inflating, comes with a little hand pump to adjust the pressure, and easy to deflate. It has two valves (one for inflate, one for deflate). When the bed is not in use you can just fold the mat in half (leaving sheets/blankets in place) and it stores nicely in the trunk area with the bench seat in seating mode.

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When deflated, it's also quite a bit thinner than the stock foam pads, so you end up with more cargo space in the trunk area as an added bonus.

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The only downside is the price, but I think this is a quality product worth the $$$. Highly recommend.

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(get the Medium Double size, which is 41x72 inches.)

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On Jul 3, 2021, at 5:10 PM, Michael Diehr <md03@...> wrote:

?After years of uncomfortable sleep in the downstairs bed in our 2000 Eurovan full camper, we had tried all sorts of solutions, such as supplementing with Z-lite pads, backpacker inflatable pads, etc. Nothing really worked and the extra layers and bulk were always frustrating to deal with.

So, this summer we decided to splurge and purchased the Exped MegaMat Duo 10 (Medium Double) size, and used it as the only sleep surface (e.g. we removed the existing pads and left them at home).

The megaMat is a perfect size for the Winnebago full camper bottom bunk, very comfortable and warm. It's mostly self inflating, comes with a little hand pump to adjust the pressure, and easy to deflate. It has two valves (one for inflate, one for deflate). When the bed is not in use you can just fold the mat in half (leaving sheets/blankets in place) and it stores nicely in the trunk area with the bench seat in seating mode.

When deflated, it's also quite a bit thinner than the stock foam pads, so you end up with more cargo space in the trunk area as an added bonus.

The only downside is the price, but I think this is a quality product worth the $$$. Highly recommend.

(get the Medium Double size, which is 41x72 inches.)

After years of flawless starting, our 2002 Weekender has recently started to be difficult to start once its been run for a while. ?No problem at all when starting when cold, but when warmed up the starter needs to be cranked for a long time before it catches, or several cranking attempts are needed. ?I've tried giving it no gas while cranking and lots of gas, but that doesn't seem to make any difference.

Our local VW repair shop tried changing the air filter, but that made no difference. ?Does anyone have any suggestions on what to try next?

Many thanks,

John
Vancouver Island

On Jul 4, 2021, at 11:08 AM, Big C via groups.io <k_kodiak1@...> wrote:

?Morning, John,

There's a myriad of reasons what causes a hard start after an engine is warmed up. I suggest you document the issue well (length of drive, where you go (elevation), time of day, ambient temp, who touched your vehicle last and what if anything was replaced or "fixed" on your van etc), save your money, then call around to find a real automotive diagnostician who knows how to use a scope (Pico) and a scan tool (Snap-On, Autel, eScan etc), and then review your documentation with that tech -- because that's the only way you're going to get your hard starting issued resolved properly. Of course, a diag tech with VW experience would be preferable...but not absolutely necessary.

Regarding your "tried giving it no gas while cranking and lots of gas, but that doesn't seem to make any difference": That's because your van has a fuel injection system. Those systems don't prime the fuel system with the gas pedal. :-)

P.S. Your local VW "repair" shop may be good at changing and wrenching parts...but playing parts darts by changing an air filter for a complaint of a hard start when the engine is already hot -- with no other drivability issues? Absurd.

On 07/03/2021 2:09 PM Michael Diehr < md03@...> wrote:

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After years of uncomfortable sleep in the downstairs bed in our 2000 Eurovan full camper, we had tried all sorts of solutions, such as supplementing with Z-lite pads, backpacker inflatable pads, etc. Nothing really worked and the extra layers and bulk were always frustrating to deal with.

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So, this summer we decided to splurge and purchased the Exped MegaMat Duo 10 (Medium Double) size, and used it as the only sleep surface (e.g. we removed the existing pads and left them at home).

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The megaMat is a perfect size for the Winnebago full camper bottom bunk, very comfortable and warm. It's mostly self inflating, comes with a little hand pump to adjust the pressure, and easy to deflate. It has two valves (one for inflate, one for deflate). When the bed is not in use you can just fold the mat in half (leaving sheets/blankets in place) and it stores nicely in the trunk area with the bench seat in seating mode.

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When deflated, it's also quite a bit thinner than the stock foam pads, so you end up with more cargo space in the trunk area as an added bonus.

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The only downside is the price, but I think this is a quality product worth the $$$. Highly recommend.

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(get the Medium Double size, which is 41x72 inches.)

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