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NeverEnding
09-19-2012, 10:23 PM
I really like the layout of this 2006 Newell coach I saw in the gallery. Got me thinking, where does everyone setup their laptop? Do you have a desk like this? Do you sit in your recliner? Or maybe at the dining area? I think for me it would be comfortable at a desk like this coach. Any thoughts?

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Chester B. Stone, Jr.
09-19-2012, 11:19 PM
Tom, I have attached a photo of how I setup my computer. My computer is a 27" all-in-one Apple which I like for working with photos and video. You will note that I use my recliner and am able to keep an eye on the TV. Hope this helps.
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Neweller
09-20-2012, 02:09 AM
Those are both very nice set-ups. Nice computer Chester and your keeping things comfy too.

Randy J
09-20-2012, 06:35 PM
I agree very nice. Chester nice :typing: computer!

NeverEnding
09-21-2012, 10:48 PM
Tom, I have attached a photo of how I setup my computer. My computer is a 27" all-in-one Apple which I like for working with photos and video. You will note that I use my recliner and am able to keep an eye on the TV. Hope this helps.
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Chester I never thought about setting up a desktop all in one. How do you store it when traveling?

Chester B. Stone, Jr.
09-22-2012, 05:46 PM
At first, I removed the slide tray just above the drawer and used a clamp. Recently, I just remove the few cables and lay it on the chair while traveling. Like a laptop, it only takes a few seconds to reconnect, but I have all of the advantages of the 27" screen and a desktop. As the picture shows, I use a small Apple keyboard on my lap. The computer is a little expensive, but it is exactly what I needed for both in the coach and at home.

fulltiming
09-22-2012, 06:52 PM
We travel with 3 computers, a printer, Cradlepoint WiFi as WAN gigabit router and two Network Attached Storage units. I have the printer, 2-20 inch monitors (will likely swap them for an extra 27" we have at home on the next trip), the router, switch and the NAS units on the built in desk. I use the waffle drawer liner under all the equipment and it stays in place while traveling. My desktop CPU is under the desk. I built a stand to hold my wife's 27" all in one Lenova computer which incorporates a 27" monitor that sits in front of the passenger seat. Since the Lenova monitor folds down with the monitor facing up an is only about 4" high, we just fold it down when traveling and keep it connected. We keep the laptop on the center console to use for VMS-PC and PC based navigation software. All of the machines are hard wired together with gigabit ethernet. Not elaborate but functional.

bigcatwally
09-22-2012, 10:10 PM
Michael thats a lot to haul around! :laugh: I would call me sitting at the dinette table with my laptop in front me. Not elaborate but functional. ;)

Neweller
09-23-2012, 12:33 AM
Wally the problem I have always had with sitting at the dinette is a good backache from sitting in a booth. Next time I head out on a long trip in a Newell I best have a good chair or the computer business will be limited.

Randy J
10-11-2012, 09:56 PM
Office in an RV anyone?
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fulltiming
10-11-2012, 10:30 PM
I like that Randy!!

Here is my humble setup.

Doppler
10-21-2012, 03:51 PM
Tom & Donna a dedicated workspace is important and my coach lacks a comfortable work area that has enough surface area for a laptop or computer (other than the dinning booth) The photo of the Newell that has a desk is a nice setup, Chester looks like you have a setup that will work for you. Randy & Leeann wow the photo you posted that is a nice office setup in a motorhome alright, Michael & Georgia looks like you are set up pretty well there. :thumbsup:

I have two couches across from each other and I would like to pull one out and put something like this setup.

Raymond N Priscilla Miller
10-21-2012, 10:13 PM
Nice desk arrangement but definitely need some padded chairs! That wouldn't be enough cush for my tush! lol!

CAPTWatson
10-22-2012, 04:58 PM
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Newell Coach’s New VIP 4500 Motor Coach: More Than a Limousine | NewellCafe.com (http://www.newellcafe.com/?p=39)

A new Newell with a nice desk space wouldn't ya say?

Oreo
11-01-2012, 05:15 PM
I really like the layout of this 2006 Newell coach I saw in the gallery. Got me thinking, where does everyone setup their laptop? Do you have a desk like this? Do you sit in your recliner? Or maybe at the dining area? I think for me it would be comfortable at a desk like this coach. Any thoughts?

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Tom and Donna I like that desk setup do they have anything like this in older coaches?

Oreo
11-01-2012, 05:17 PM
I like that Randy!!

Here is my humble setup.

Michael and Georgia I like that desk. Did you install this desk yourself or did it come in your year coach?

fulltiming
11-01-2012, 07:47 PM
Thanks, it was installed by Newell at Al Unser, Jr. request.

stewart33
01-08-2013, 03:27 PM
This is a great setup for those who have two couches and want to take one out. You could set something like this up along one side. 3128

NewellCrazy
01-27-2013, 06:53 PM
Here you go:

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NEWELLWIZARD
01-27-2013, 08:24 PM
Sean that's the prefect setup in my mind. :thumbup:

ccjohnson
01-27-2013, 10:09 PM
Here is our desk. When we're set up, printer goes on front console. Fran's rider chair rotates back to double as her desk chair. When we are traveling, she uses the table in front for her laptop if she wants to face direction of travel. Her brother gave me my recliner/desk chair out of their Foretravel. Leather matches the Newll nicely. The desk has 6 drawers, 3 for each person. Note the desk top armrests (Fran's design idea). Mike at Newell took our basic idea & did a marvelous job bringing it to fruition.3243324432453246

JustDustin
03-02-2013, 01:41 AM
Fran had a good idea going when she had Newell make up your table/desk with armrests. Way to go Fran I like it! :thumbup:

speedingsport
03-02-2013, 02:29 AM
This 2004 is for sale in the classifieds. 2004 quad slide 45' newell (http://www.newellclassifieds.com/?a=2&b=1036)

I really like the desk setup in this coach.

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Neweller
03-02-2013, 03:50 PM
That really is a universal design desk set-up in ccjohnson's coach, with a ton of extra storage with plenty of elbow room to spare.:thumbsup:

This 2004 in the post above me is pretty cool too! I like the carpet and decor. I shows you that you can always put a nice rug down over another surface for easy cleaning or change-out. This is the coach owned by a hunting lodge owner. Heck, make him a deal that includes a nice hunting excursions. :thumbup:

speedingsport
04-19-2013, 05:37 AM
Here is another desk setup in a 2007 Newell Coach.

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For more photos of this 2007 Newell Coach it's in the Newell Showcase. NewellShowcase.com Newell Coach Photo Gallery, Newell Coach Photo Showcase, Newell Motorhome Photos, Newell RV Photos, Newell Photo Gallery - 2007 Newell Coach Album 11 (http://www.newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=302)

Charlotte Rosita
04-24-2013, 07:39 PM
On the hunt for inspiration I have been looking through the Newell Showcase. It's a wonderful resource showcasing many years of beautiful Newell coaches. I thought I would share the different great desk options Newell has put in their coaches.

2013 Newell Coach Album 5 (http://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=398)
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2012 Newell Coach Album 3 (http://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=282)
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2009 Newell Coach Album 5 (http://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=230)
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2008 Newell Coach Album 4 (http://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=219)
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2005 Newell Coach Album 7 (http://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=289)
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