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07-12-2018, 01:06 PM
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Location: 8000' in CO
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Show me your Isata 5 ladder solutions (in use and stored)
Curious what you are all are doing for a ladder while on the road with your Isata 5. I have one of those “little giant” ladders at home, but it’s pretty bulky and heavy to take on the road…..and I really don’t think it’ll fit in the basement storage anyway.
Also a tad “concerned” about the fact that I am going to be leaning the ladder against the beautiful paintwork.
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07-12-2018, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by FOURWHL
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I like that!
Are you an owner of one? Carry one with you in the coach?
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07-12-2018, 01:47 PM
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Yup mine lays across one of the upper basement areas in the DX3. It’s surprisingly light and sturdy for what it is. Definitely flex’s some but I’ve used it a couple of times (once in Breckinridge in Feb) and am very pleased with it. Can def recommend. There’s also a 12.5’ version that might work but I went with the 15.5 to ensure I could get the right ratio for L/H when setting it up.
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07-12-2018, 02:18 PM
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I have this one, and, after using it, I'd say the 15.5' is the way to go. I can get on top of the coach with it, but it's sketchy:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I do like the little bushings between the rungs, though. Keeps your fingers from getting pinched when collapsing it.
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07-12-2018, 03:04 PM
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Location: Bristol, IN
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BLT4SPD
Curious what you are all are doing for a ladder while on the road with your Isata 5. I have one of those “little giant” ladders at home, but it’s pretty bulky and heavy to take on the road…..and I really don’t think it’ll fit in the basement storage anyway.
Also a tad “concerned” about the fact that I am going to be leaning the ladder against the beautiful paintwork.
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In the video I did when I changed the dip switches, I used the exact same ladder. I had pool noodle sections put in place where it leaned against the cap.
I actually liked having the ladder at a slight angle, versus the STRAIGHT up and down of a normal RV ladder. That first step always sucks on an RV ladder.
Also, the tail end driveway sloped down...which is where I needed to climb up...so I did not need a ladder to reach my ladder, it was all in one.
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07-12-2018, 04:10 PM
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I just tape towels around the top rung of mine. I like the noodle idea. When can we get color matched noodles with the dynamax logo???
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07-12-2018, 04:22 PM
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Location: Marco Island, Fl
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I’m just curious, what would I need to carry a ladder for while traveling?
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07-12-2018, 04:24 PM
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BTW, nice looking ladder!
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07-12-2018, 04:32 PM
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Location: Akron, OH
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Same ladder here.
RKBob i carry the ladder in case something falls on the roof, storm damage repairs, etc... never know but I hate feeling like I dont have the right tools with me
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07-12-2018, 05:33 PM
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I carry a 16' telescopic that also folds in the middle to be used as a 8' step ladder.
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07-12-2018, 05:53 PM
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AC dies, clear snow in the winter, leak needs to be sealed
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07-12-2018, 06:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RKBob
I’m just curious, what would I need to carry a ladder for while traveling?
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Standing water and other debris that gets on your slide topper
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07-12-2018, 07:40 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: 8000' in CO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RKBob
I’m just curious, what would I need to carry a ladder for while traveling?
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The short answer is: in case you need (or want) to get on the roof or have the ability to reach anything that is above the height you can reach.
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07-13-2018, 07:08 AM
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Location: Marco Island, Fl
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Thanks, I thought the slide awning had a wiper seal on some other provision to keep it clean . I guess I’ll have to figure out a place for one more “what if item”. With spare tire, impact wrench, air compressor, level blocks, grill, table, chairs, ground mat,extra water hose, sewer hoses, toolbox,...? now I know why all you guys have the bigger motorhomes! Maybe I should trade up to the DX3. I guess I’ll fill up the toad...
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07-13-2018, 05:23 PM
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Location: Escondido, CA
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Originally Posted by FOURWHL
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I have the 12.5 foot version and it is awesome. Lays flat in a storage bay.
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07-13-2018, 07:26 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FOURWHL
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Exact one I have and I set it in the bottom of the last basement compartment. Light weight and easy to use.
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2017 Dynamax Isata 5 36DS
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07-13-2018, 08:24 PM
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now I know why all you guys have the bigger motorhomes! Maybe I should trade up [/QUOTE]
Exactly why we bought a DX3, we loved the I5 but could not deal with the limited CCC.
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07-14-2018, 01:32 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FOURWHL
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Same one we have. Has a carry case. Fits in the passenger side bin of our 30FW.
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07-14-2018, 07:16 AM
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Wtf?! I didn’t get a case...
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