Grab Handles
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Topic: Grab Handles
Posted By: David and Danette
Subject: Grab Handles
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2014 at 12:48pm
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I just ordered two Attwood grab handles for entering and exiting our camper. The Vibe have one step like the r-pods and with the 15" wheels it is a large step to make. They will be mounted just inside of the door on both sides. They have a thicker handle than most grab handles which I think will be helpful for a comfortable grip. I found them on amazon.com they come in three colors white, black and grey we ordered the black, the price for each $6.50 free shipping. I thought someone with a r-pod might be interested. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
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Posted By: marwayne
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2014 at 1:29pm
David, we found ourselves grabbing the doorframe when we came out of the trailer, so I put this grab bar on one side.
 ------------- If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd. |
Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2014 at 2:42pm
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My wife and I are halfway different entering and exiting the camper. Entering we both face forward exciting is where I am different I find it easier facing backwards. I have a bad right knee that I find easier stepping backwards. So one handle will be on the left for my wife and one handle on the right for me when exiting. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: Luv2Q
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2014 at 10:10pm
David, get those knees replaced! You'll wish you'd done it 10 years sooner. (At least, that's my experience.). 
What I want to do is put a grab handle in the bathroom. I seem to recall the tech at Couch's saying there are studs in the walls so should be possible to find a good anchoring position. (I haven't figured out how to jury-rig a hoist from the ceiling .. That would be my first choice!) ------------- John & Teri Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180 E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3 |
Posted By: Goose
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2014 at 2:04pm
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I second the knee replacement, life is way better on the other side. Goose ------------- Mother Goose's Caboose..2011 RP171..07 Grand Cherokee 
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