Sam,

The Wolfsburg and Carat side panels protrude outward almost an inch. The
standard rear bench has practically ZERO clearance between it and the wall.
That plus it's bolted to the wall. Panel and bed contact----that's the
problem.

The Wolfy/Carat rear bench/beds bolt to the floor and are slightly narrower.

It is possible to use the side table without the plastic side panel. I can do
this to mine. Fellow listee Dan Danrich even installed the original side
panel in place. The only problem is you have to deploy the table to unfold
the bed. In other words, the table top has to be in it's upright position
while you try to sleep on the bed. The table being at just the perfect height
for your forehead.

I have a photo of Dan's installation for those interested. Dan, can I
distribute these photo?

BenT
San Francisco