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โJun-11-2014 11:57 AM
wa8yxm wrote:
Having been something of a ladder monkey in my youth.. I would say "GOOD" to an RV with no attached roof ladder, in fact I cut mine off, Here is why:
1: The standard RV roof ladder is a featherweight,,, Now.. a 10 year old it might hold but 300 pounds of sixty year old.. NOT A CHANCE of it holding up the way they mount them.
Second, it is a vertical ladder, very hard to climb, not a bit like a slanted ladder that I used professionally when I did roofing for a living.
What would I recommend,, or to be more precise what do I use?
Well, many moons ago my Dad (May he rest in peace) got a convertable step/extension ladder from Sears. That is what I use when I need to get on the roof as it is long enough (Just) to be a proper roof ladder, Way easier to get on and off and to climb,, But you do need to be careful that it does not blow over unless you have a ground crew.
It also comes in handy (Step mode) for washing and waxing.
For lesser jobs I may use my Telescoping ladder. it is NOT long enough for use as a roof ladder.. but it is still very handy. Collapsed it will fit in at least one suitcase I have. (Provided I remove the portable recording studio first).
โJun-11-2014 08:31 AM
โJun-11-2014 07:37 AM
standup wrote:Do you think you will need to get on top while camping? If not, just get an 8' step ladder and leave it at home. My TT doesn't have a ladder, and I get on top to cover/uncover all the time. Althought the telescoping ladder sounds like a good idea.
Good, concise responses as usual on this forum. MrWizard, I'm healthy for 62, but have lost balance compared to times of yore. I think one of the lighter telescoping jobs will do. Especially if I have a "spotter" or two.
Rarely need to get up there, but sometimes for general inspection, or a bulb, or to get stuff off the slide, etc. Or for solitude.
โJun-11-2014 06:13 AM
crcr wrote:
The last TT we bought we bought 3 years old, with ladder. Most of the model we decided we wanted had a factory ladder to the roof. A few did not. Our last TT did not have a ladder, and this time, I decided we would not buy one without.
We are not disappointed -- would not buy a TT without a factory ladder, due to the convenience of it. But then again, I only weigh 170 lbs, so I'm nowhere close to pushing the weight limit. And yes, it's not as easy to climb as a free standing ladder, but I don't find it an issue at all.
Personally, we haven't had a problem with kids climbing on it.
I have aluminum step ladders at home to use for waxing the RV and so on, but the factory roof ladder is quite sufficient for us when camping, so we don't have to carry a free standing ladder. I also believe that having a factory ladder on the unit adds utilitarian appeal that would help when time to sell.
โJun-10-2014 12:00 PM
Vet Man wrote:
From what I have read, the manufacture reinforces the roof when they install a ladder. I would call the factory and see what they say about installing a ladder not done at the factory. I would be afraid it would rip out of the wood that is used without some reinforcement.
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Joe & Lorraine
2015 Rockwood Ultra Light 2608WS,
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Sebastian FL
โJun-09-2014 05:27 PM
โJun-09-2014 05:15 PM
standup wrote:I have one of these, it seems to do the job well.
Found a Sunseeker that has all we need, but no attached ladder, due to a rear slide. Gotta figure out real soon, b4 it's sold, if there are any suitable alternatives to getting on to the 10' roof, like a collapsible that's sturdy enough for a 62-year-old. Thanks for any ideas/experiences!!
โJun-09-2014 05:06 PM
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