Getting up in the world

[HarborBus]

I currently have a 12' Telestep telescoping ladder that was used with my prior coach and I have a Little Giant at home that I could use. What ladder(s) is everyone using? Do you carry more than one?

[rfoster]

I too have the telestep telescoping ladder.

I also have a bum ankle and severe trama to my leg as a result of using the ladder and it collasping with me on it.

I would recommend the little giant that I don't have. Or if you can be triple sure the telescopic ladder is in the locked extended position before reaching the top of it then proceed with same. Drink lots of milk for strong bones.

[HarborBus]

Roger, Hope your getting better. I have always been concerned about that so I double check the little tabs and make sure they are locked. Ladders have the record for causing the most accidents.

[dale farley]

Elliott, I carry the telescoping ladder and a 4' aluminum step ladder. They do everything I need.

[Gary & Peggy Stevens]

I carry the Telescopic Ladder and luckily have not had any problems with it, but I also carry the Foldable Collapsing ladder. It works great for putting on my Outside curtains, and stores in a long small space.

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/stow-away-folding-ladder/20320


Gary S.

[garyde]

I have a folding/extending aluminum ladder which also un-folds into an extension ladder. It is about 4 ft when stored, 6 foot step & 12ft extension.

[tdelorme]

What are you all doing up there on those ladders?? I do carry a 5 ft. ladder that folds flat and it's all I have ever needed. What am I missing up so high?

[Jon Wehrenberg]

I have a folding ladder. It is comprised of four sections about 42 inches long and looks like this one.

http://www.nextag.com/Werner-Louisville-Ladder-L-507119567/prices-html

I have used it with both coaches for almost 20 years. I like it for several reasons. When folded it takes up little space. I can make a step ladder out of it, an extension ladder, or a "bridge". With the step ladder I can reach to the top of the coach. As an extension ladder I can get on the roof. As a bridge I can cover about 7 feet without moving it and almost reach to the top.

I have a Little Giant at home, much too big for the bus, but if I got a shorter one for the bus that would work, but it would not be as compact when folded and it would not give me the bridge.

[michaeldterry]

We carry a folding two step stool for locking/unlocking the awnings. For anything else, I just stand on Vita's shoulders! :p

[Jon Wehrenberg]

She has mentioned she has been carrying you. I guess you have just confirmed it.

[michaeldterry]

She has mentioned she has been carrying you. I guess you have just confirmed it.

I cannot tell a lie (at least not on this subject) - it's true! :o

[GDeen]

I was inexplicably excited to discover a little giant back in the 4th bay along side the water heaters when we got home with the bus. Had seen the ladder tucked back in there during our check out, but had not pulled it out.

Imagine that, a free little giant!! My wife pointed out I could have just bought a little giant and saved a lot of money rather than buying a bus to to get one thrown in....Kindof like blowing 5 grand on the dice table in Vegas to get a free meal and comp'd room...:o

[hhoppe]

Just because my friend Roger is involved here I hesitate to mention ladders have a gross weight rating on them. I suggest you check this important fact out before selecting one. I have a 300# rated ladder that I wrestle with in my only storage bay ( Liberty). I spied a space in the generator bay to move it to. I'll build an aluminum oil proof housing for it this week and report on reults later. When cleaning it's nice to do the roof first. It's also nicer to be a lot younger to get up there and do it. Shirley balks on those chores.

[rfoster]

Harry: Its OK, give em hell!

You should leave Shirley alone and get one of them way southern Kalifornians to take care of that stuff.

[Kevin Erion]

Roger, go easy...no redneck jokes!

[garyde]

I have to say, ladder safety should be on your mind when using ladders.
If your going to go up to roof level, make sure you have someone holding the bottom of the ladder. Resist the temptation to stand on the top two steps and do not reach too far when your up there.
It will ruin your day to fall off!

[CAPT MOGUL & Sandy]

As a Former Intensive Care Registered Nurse and A Forensic Nurse Specialist, NO "young":rolleyes: men your age should be climbing ladders for any reasons. You don't want to visit Denny and Ruth Ann except at the OKC Rally!!;)
Sandy

[Jon Wehrenberg]

Sandy,

Are you serious? Are you suggesting none of us should be climbing ladders?

Next thing you will suggest we should give up......never mind.

[CAPT MOGUL & Sandy]

;)GIVE IT UP, JOHN! GIVE IT UP! Most women would be happier!! That's all I'm saying.
Sandy

[0533]

The little Giant ladder is invaluable around the bus, from cleaning and polishing the mirrors, the windows, getting on the roof, cleaning the caps, front and back, great tool for maintaining your bus, couldn't live without one, also useful when dealing with the Zip Dee's.

As for safety, they are much safer than most, the top step when folded over is pretty good platform, and the overall ladder is very stable.

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

So Bruce, how in the "H" are you.

What's your new number :confused:

Congratulations :D

JIM

[0533]

Still up in the air, waiting on final aspects of our next move, will keep all posted as plans progress.

Taking donations for next Bus, down payment welcome, will post wiring instructions, it is a 501 (c) 3 so please donate.