Ladder sizes

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   After buying a Polyfill 3 cover for our rPod 180 I have come to the realization that I will also have to purchase a new step ladder. (The instructions for the cover suggest that you climb on the roof to position the cover.)

Trying to put the cover on Without a ladder was like a scene out of the Three Stooges! First, I tried tying a rope to it and tossing the rope over the top to try and pull the cover on from the other side. That didn’t work because it snagged on the tv antenna. Then, we tried climbing onto the deck of our condo to toss it onto the top of the roof of the rPod. It fell right in the dirt and my wife about busted a gut laughing at me. “I TOLD you that wouldn’t work!!”, she said between laughs.

I borrowed a step ladder from a neighbor to put the cover on but it was a little short. 

I went to Home Depot to look at ladders and I liked the fiberglass ones made by Werner.

My question is ‘what size would be best?’

From the ground to the top of the rPod is about 8.5 ft.

My choice seems to be either a six foot of eight foot step ladder. The eight foot is and additional $40 over the cost of the six foot, which is about $62. The eight foot ladder would be safer but cost more and be harder to store, because of the added size. I don’t really have a use for a ladder other than putting the trailer cover on and off.

Any suggestions, comments? Pearls of wisdom?

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OldNeumanntapr Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 May 2018 Location: CA Online Status: Offline Posts: 204	Topic: Ladder sizes Posted: 20 Sep 2018 at 9:54pm
	After buying a Polyfill 3 cover for our rPod 180 I have come to the realization that I will also have to purchase a new step ladder. (The instructions for the cover suggest that you climb on the roof to position the cover.) Trying to put the cover on Without a ladder was like a scene out of the Three Stooges! First, I tried tying a rope to it and tossing the rope over the top to try and pull the cover on from the other side. That didn’t work because it snagged on the tv antenna. Then, we tried climbing onto the deck of our condo to toss it onto the top of the roof of the rPod. It fell right in the dirt and my wife about busted a gut laughing at me. “I TOLD you that wouldn’t work!!”, she said between laughs. I borrowed a step ladder from a neighbor to put the cover on but it was a little short. I went to Home Depot to look at ladders and I liked the fiberglass ones made by Werner. My question is ‘what size would be best?’ From the ground to the top of the rPod is about 8.5 ft. My choice seems to be either a six foot of eight foot step ladder. The eight foot is and additional $40 over the cost of the six foot, which is about $62. The eight foot ladder would be safer but cost more and be harder to store, because of the added size. I don’t really have a use for a ladder other than putting the trailer cover on and off. Any suggestions, comments? Pearls of wisdom?

StephenH Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6417	Posted: 20 Sep 2018 at 10:25pm
	Go to Harbor Freight and get one of these: Franklin 17 Ft. Type 1A Multi-Task Ladder Get one of the 20% off coupons and it will be more affordable. It also goes on sale (or another brand name but the same product) periodically. This type of ladder is very versatile for around the house as well as for use when you need to get to the top of your R-Pod. I do recommend it highly.
	StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

OldNeumanntapr Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 May 2018 Location: CA Online Status: Offline Posts: 204	Posted: 20 Sep 2018 at 11:26pm
	Thanks, but that’s another $40 above the price of the eight-foot Werner . I had a Werner fiberglass step ladder about 20 years ago when I was with my ex wife and I remember that it was a good solid ladder. I just can’t decide upon the six or eight foot models. wife and

wooleeman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 01 Sep 2017 Location: Southeastern PA Online Status: Offline Posts: 80	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 7:29am
	I have only a 6' aluminum ladder that I use but on the other side I have a 6'4" friend who stands on the tongue of the trailer.
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furpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 8:00am
	I don't have a link, but there is a youtube video of how to put it in place with broom handles. We never used a ladder to put ours on..

Pod People Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 22 Sep 2011 Location: Chapel Hill,NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 1088	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 8:16am
	I agree with furpod-use broom handles. We(my wife and I0 put our cover on without a ladder. We find that it is best to lay the cover on the ground upside down at the front of the pod. we both put a broom in the rear part of the cover and slowly work it up and over the pod from both sides at the same time. when we encounter obstructions(antenna and A/C) we stop and work it slowly. It will work. On the ladder question, I have both sizes as well as extension ladders(we used to own a construction company before retirement). I would recommend the 6 foot ladder as it will accomplish almost all of the normal household needs. an eight foot ladder is much heaver, harder to handle, harder to store and costs more. Werner is a well known and trusted brand of fiberglass ladder. aluminum ladders are lighter, cheaper and easier to handle, but they also will conduct electrical charges if that might be an issue. check a local paint store for aluminum ladders. Big box stores will have multiple types of fiberglass ladders. they are rated by weight capacity. Ladders can be very dangerous. Use them appropriately and carefully Vann
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Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 8:48am
	I use a 6' fiberglass step ladder along with a broom or painter's pole. As Pod People mention, it helps a lot if it is rolled up in a manner that facilitates installation. I roll it out on the roof and use the painters pole/broom to help push the sides over the edge and around obstacles. I do mine with no help and it usually goes pretty fast....as long as it's not windy.

StephenH Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6417	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 8:56am
	It is expensive, but it is so much more versatile than a regular stepladder since it can adjust to allow for different heights on the two sides when set up as a stepladder, it can lean in closer to the 'Pod (or house), be set up on steps or sloped ground. When set up straight, it is very stable since the base and top flair out providing a wider stance. I have one of the 17' models in a different brand name. I also have a 28' extension ladder since the 17' one was not tall enough for me to work on my chimney. I also have a 6' stepladder that I have had for many years and a folding 6' stepladder that travels with us (see my mods) as it folds into a very compact format. As I said, the 17' multi-purpose ladder is very versatile and in my opinion, worth the price for the versatility.
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Leo B Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4518	Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 11:20am
	I do like the Werner ladders! Always reliable!
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