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B VAN KIRK


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HI . THIS MY FIRST POST , BELEIVE ME WHEN I SAY IM NOT SHOUTING , I JUST DONT KNOW HOW TO TYPE . I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHICH LADDER ALL OF YOU USE FOR OUT SIDE MANT . IM TRYING TO GET OUR FIFTH WHEEL READY FOR FULL TIMING . THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP .

 



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Welcome to the Forum, if you can handle it I like the "LITTLE GIANT" companies like Werner now make a similar model. These ladders morph from extension ladder to step ladder in an instant. I make the point about handling because it is not light and takes a bit getting used to. I built a rack on the back of our MH, it hangs safely while in transit and is always handy when I need it.....good luck, G

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I have a folding ladder also and have found that it fits between the 5th wheel hitch and the tail gate of the TV. Heavy but sturdy.

Welcome to the forum, and happy travels.

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Find the button on the keyboard that says caps lock and press it:) I just bungied an 8 foot step ladder to the ladder on the back of my fifth wheel.Did everything I needed to do and didn't take up valuable storage space.

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Little Giant style expandabe ladder here, made by Cosco and purchased at Wal Mart. I have it mounted to my rear ladder with a rack I bought at Camping World.

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Anyone using the telesteps ladder? Just curious on their stability.

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We also have the Little Giant style ladder which stores easily in the front compartment of out 5'er.  Purchased it at Home Depot.  It may be heavier than other ladders but I feel safe when using it.



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Trabuco wrote:

Anyone using the telesteps ladder? Just curious on their stability.

We are on our second one since the plastic pieces break after a while.  They are stable when you make sure they are locked open, but cushion the side of the RV with a towel or you might cause damage.  The main danger is making sure your fingers are not going to get caught when you collaspe the ladder.  I know, it hurts a lot.



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Bill,

I've read that before about being careful when lowering the ladder. I like the fact that they are really small when collasped but like the "little giant" type of ladder for their versatility. I guess I'll have to make a decision one of these days.

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We purchased one from Lowes about a year ago, and it is one of those multi-function ladders.  Ours is 17' long, making it long enough to reach the top of the fifth wheel and have a few feet above the roofline, which makes it easier to step onto the roof with a handhold at a reasonable level.

If I choose not to extend it fully, I can extend each side fully (but leave it in an inverted "V") and only have to use about two steps of the rear ladder of the RV.  It is heavier than some, but I weigh 220 lbs, so I don't want anything light.

I think it is one of the Werner's, or at least something like a Werner.

Terry's multi-ladder.

Terry



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Been using a 12.5 ft Aluminum telescoping ladder for the past 3 yrs.  It's sturdy, rated to 300 lbs, very stable when extended yet only about 30 in long when collapsed.  Simple, convenient to use anywhere you want in a moments notice, and it doesn't hurt you or your rig.



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If you don't mind using a full height step ladder, I purchased a dandy one yesterday.  It is a Cosco | Model #:2081AABLDSignature Series 8 ft. Premium Aluminum Step Ladder, and I got it at Home Depot (online only).  The thing that sets it apart is that it only weighs 22 lbs., and it has a great platform to stand on at the top foot position.  I am going to mount mine on my bumper, in front of my bike rack.  It easily could be mounted to a rear roof ladder also.

 

Jim (and Diana)



-- Edited by Diana and Jim on Tuesday 23rd of September 2014 04:36:19 AM

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Started with a 6 foot fiberglass stepladder and the one on the back of the rig. Looked at the Little Giant and didn't buy it as it was too large stored. Saw a buddy with an eXTendClimb last week at the New Horizons rally and it's much smaller than the Little Giant…so I'm getting one once we get parked for the winter.

http://www.amazon.com/Xtend-Climb-785P-Telescoping-Professional/dp/B000JIL4Z8/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411507917&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=ExtendClimb

It's a bit pricey but having used one last week I'm sold.

 



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Ordered the 12.5 footer.. as I weigh over the limit of the 15 footer..

Thanks for the posts folks..needed a ladder today..

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I go along with the others that recommend the "Little Giant" type. I use mine on the rv and on volunteer church construction jobs. I have heard and seen too many people falling because they used fiber glass or flimsier aluminum ladders. Many don't like the" LG" because it weighs more than those I mentioned but spend a few weeks in a cast and you will wish you chose this sturdier ladder.

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Diana and Jim


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Just to clarify my post, the Cosco ladder has a 300 pound weight rating.  Even though it is only 22 pounds and made of aluminum, it is definitely sturdy.  I have always been partial to a step ladder with a platform to set my tools on, so this ladder fulfills that purpose.  I considered the LG, but the Cosco ladder seemed to be more in line with my needs.  The LG is definitely a great ladder, though...especially if you want an extension ladder.

 

Jim (and Diana)



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I've had the little giant.. not so little though.. and they are very heavy.

The cosco ladder is nice.. They have a whole line of sizes of them. I have a small one for inside the rv, a 5ft one for outside, and stays in the back of my truck to get in and out of the bed.. These things are super light..

I bought the 12.5 footer extendclimb, as it telescopes down for easy storage, and can reach 15ft..with my 300lbs.. So I can get on the edges of the rv .. Already see leaves get stuck in the rain gutters. I think i need more than a 8ft ladder..



-- Edited by The Junkman on Saturday 27th of September 2014 07:30:19 AM

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Glenn West


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Are you all not comfortable with the rv ladder? I too own a telescoping ladder but only use for scare lights and such. Anything on roof just use rv ladder.

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Glenn West wrote:

Are you all not comfortable with the rv ladder? I too own a telescoping ladder but only use for scare lights and such. Anything on roof just use rv ladder.

 the gutters are on the edge of the roof.. and I have the fiberglass roof.. so it's rounded on the edges.. and always wet here.. I think I will fall off..lol

Why risk it? I needed a ladder anyways? Doesn't everyone? 

 

 



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Is the fiberglass roof smooth or dimpled?

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Sorry, just ignore me. I'm a welder and climb to high places daily.

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Not sure.. Have not been up there..



-- Edited by The Junkman on Saturday 27th of September 2014 10:19:49 AM

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