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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 1:48 pm    Post subject: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

Anyone run across recent teals on memory foam lately? Even a king might do if it's cheap enough - would just cut it down. Thanks
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 1:57 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

Nothing special, I just got a 1.5" full size memory foam from Walmart for $28. They had a 2" for $48 but the 1.5" folds up and fits in the back of the upper bunk.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 2:06 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

We used to use a topper but I got tired of stowing it. Then I thought why can't I just replace the stock foam with topper foam. We used this to replace the foam in the rear cushion and I replace the foam in the seat back with it as well. I use an electric knife (have to clean the turkey off it first) to shape the seat back replacement foam to match the original. We now sleep well on just the 'stock' cushions in both the euroBus and 3NTROPY our '87 Westy. No topper needed for several years. YMMV.

I would say this gives us a medium firm bed.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67PCTE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 2:20 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

PDX - looks like you are a Westy with the smaller bed, eh? I'll see what the Wallyworld price is for a queen then. Does the 1.5 seem to get the job done?
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 2:26 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

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PDX - looks like you are a Westy with the smaller bed, eh? I'll see what the Wallyworld price is for a queen then. Does the 1.5 seem to get the job done?


The thicker the better for sure. 1.5" is better than nothing, but if storage wasn't an issue, I'd definitely go for 2" or 3". The 1.5" rolls up easily to the size of a sleeping bag. I use a duffle to carry one and one stores flat in the upper bunk.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 3:34 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

Bed toppers vary, it depends on what you have and what you want.
There are soft toppers for hard beds
Hard toppers for soft beds
Toppers for sleeping on your side
Toppers for hip problems
Two layered toppers
Toppers with straps to hold them in place
Washable toppers
Spot clean only toppers
Warm toppers
Cool toppers
Such a confusing array of bed toppers!

It is more than just a chunk of foam you roll out to sleep upon.

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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 5:36 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

dobryan wrote:
We used to use a topper but I got tired of stowing it. Then I thought why can't I just replace the stock foam with topper foam. …
I would say this gives us a medium firm bed.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67PCTE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

Very interesting idea. I have a great thick self inflating mattress, but it’s a pain to squeeze all the air out to get it in the stuff sack.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2022 7:24 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

We've recently added a 2nd topper.
Replacing the Westy foam with softer foam would offer a return of storage space and reduce effort too.
Just have to decide on what foam to order.
That's the hard part.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 9:10 am    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

Sodo wrote:
We've recently added a 2nd topper.
Replacing the Westy foam with softer foam would offer a return of storage space and reduce effort too.
Just have to decide on what foam to order.
That's the hard part.

Not for me, I'm just waiting for Dave (dobryan) to build his New England van so I can it try out in person. I anticipating he'll decide he needs one before the 2023 Fall Foliage Season.
Hell, I'll throw in an LL Bean flannel and apple cider donuts from Vermont or Western Mass to entice him.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 10:19 am    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

Sodo wrote:
We've recently added a 2nd topper.
Replacing the Westy foam with softer foam would offer a return of storage space and reduce effort too.
Just have to decide on what foam to order.
That's the hard part.


How firm do you like your bed? My wife and I are about medium to slightly firm so that topper works for us. It could be a tad softer for it to be perfect for me. YMMV.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 10:21 am    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

vanagonjr wrote:
Sodo wrote:
We've recently added a 2nd topper.
Replacing the Westy foam with softer foam would offer a return of storage space and reduce effort too.
Just have to decide on what foam to order.
That's the hard part.

Not for me, I'm just waiting for Dave (dobryan) to build his New England van so I can it try out in person. I anticipating he'll decide he needs one before the 2023 Fall Foliage Season.
Hell, I'll throw in an LL Bean flannel and apple cider donuts from Vermont or Western Mass to entice him.


Laughing Laughing Laughing Hah! We'll have 3NTROPY up there some fall for sure. 3NTROPY will stay our East of the Mississippi bus... Cool
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 10:41 am    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

I bought the GoWesty 2" topper. It is a great product - but it is annoying to store.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 9:54 pm    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

I've bought a few times from these guys https://www.foambymail.com/ I like to that they have specs for all the foam they sell so you can choose the quality and density you want.
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 28, 2022 4:14 am    Post subject: Re: 2022 memory foam mattress topper for full width Vanagon bed? Reply with quote

SSWesty wrote:
I've bought a few times from these guys https://www.foambymail.com/ I like to that they have specs for all the foam they sell so you can choose the quality and density you want.


Great site!
Reasonable prices too

I'm bookmarking this link.

Thanks!

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