R-pod Owners Forum : Ladder sizes http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : Ladder sizes Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 20 May 2026 21:15:58 +0000 Fri, 21 Sep 2018 11:20:19 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=12224 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Ladder sizes : I do like the Werner ladders!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115411#115411 Author: Leo B
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Posted: 21 Sep 2018 at 11:20am

I do like the Werner ladders! Always reliable!]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 11:20:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115411#115411 Ladder sizes : It is expensive, but it is so... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115398#115398 Author: StephenH
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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.]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 08:56:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115398#115398 Ladder sizes : I use a 6' fiberglass step... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115397#115397 Author: Guests
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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.


]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 08:48:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115397#115397 Ladder sizes : I agree with furpod-use broom... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115394#115394 Author: Pod People
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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
]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 08:16:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115394#115394 Ladder sizes : I don't have a link, but... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115392#115392 Author: furpod
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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.. ]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 08:00:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115392#115392 Ladder sizes : I have only a 6' aluminum... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115389#115389 Author: wooleeman
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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.]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:29:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115389#115389 Ladder sizes : Thanks, but that’s another $40... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115383#115383 Author: OldNeumanntapr
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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 ]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2018 23:26:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115383#115383 Ladder sizes : Go to Harbor Freight and get one... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115381#115381 Author: StephenH
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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.
]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2018 22:25:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115381#115381 Ladder sizes : After buying a Polyfill 3 cover... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115380#115380 Author: OldNeumanntapr
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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?]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2018 21:54:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=12224&PID=115380#115380