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04-20-2020, 10:28 AM
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Home built extendable drying arm for RV ladder
On our first Shakedown campout a few weeks ago, we found that we had no means to dry our swim suits or towels.piputting up a clothesline was forbidden within the campground. I looked online to see what was available after we returned and found nothing that suited me. So I decided to build something of my own design. This is what I came up with:
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04-20-2020, 10:49 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2016
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After seeing one on a neighbors rig at a campground, we got one of these. They offer 3 sizes. Very easy to put on and take off the trailer. I don't leave it on the trailer when moving. DW loves it.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Stromberg...Dryer/50390762
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04-20-2020, 10:53 AM
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Yes.
Yes, I saw those and read the reviews, many complaints of rusting as the arms are plated steel. However, I think the design is brilliant and one source of inspiration.
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04-20-2020, 10:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flimsy
Yes, I saw those and read the reviews, many complaints of rusting as the arms are plated steel. However, I think the design is brilliant and one source of inspiration.
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Mine are 3 years old. Still look like new.
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I am starting to think, that I will never be old enough--------to know better.
Tolerance will reach such a level that intelligent people will be banned from thinking so as not to offend the imbeciles. Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky, Russian Novelist
S.E. Mich. Flagstaff 26FKWS / 2022 F-150 3.5 EcoBoost SCrew Propride
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04-20-2020, 11:04 AM
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Pickin', Campin', Mason
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: South Western PA
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Nice job and excellent craftsmanship.
Obviously you have machining/fabricating equipment and experience.
While not something the typical R/V owner will be able to duplicate easily, maybe YOUR design will inspire others too.
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04-20-2020, 11:05 AM
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Excellent!
Wow! That’s good to hear. We live in FL where the air is salty on the coast and the humidity is normally high. I assumed the reviews I saw would definitely apply to me, hence the build of my own. Besides, during this time of Social Distancing, why not?
Thank you for your input.
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04-20-2020, 11:29 AM
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Kanadian Kamper
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Southern Ontario
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Been using this for 10 years and no problems.
Just clamp it to the ladder.
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04-20-2020, 12:27 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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Very nice! I have a wooden one that DH made years ago. Always rewarding to have something useful that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
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04-20-2020, 12:52 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2020
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Good to know
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Originally Posted by kenandterry
Been using this for 10 years and no problems.
Just clamp it to the ladder.
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I also saw these online, but again the reviews were not promising. So happy to hear that this device works well for you. Ten years is definitely a great recommendation, to say the least!
All the best!
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04-20-2020, 01:12 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Compass, PA
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Shady Maple RV sells an Amish made wooden version of this drying rack for a pretty inexpenisve price. No rusting! Don't have a photo, unfortunately. Maybe Scot can post one.
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04-20-2020, 02:10 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Canada
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What a great looking rack!  fantastic workmanship
Quote:
Originally Posted by Flimsy
Yes, I saw those and read the reviews, many complaints of rusting as the arms are plated steel. However, I think the design is brilliant and one source of inspiration.
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Originally Posted by SailorSam20500
Mine are 3 years old. Still look like new.
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i had one of the rusty arm units - i contacted stromburg and they said there was a batch where the plating was not up to snuff (  ). sent out new rails free of charge - but ruined some whites with the rust from the old ones. survived last summer - well see how they are this season - when it starts.
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Originally Posted by Grapehound
Shady Maple RV sells an Amish made wooden version of this drying rack for a pretty inexpenisve price. No rusting! Don't have a photo, unfortunately. Maybe Scot can post one.
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anywhere near shady maple buffet? so good!
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04-20-2020, 02:15 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2020
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Grapehound
Shady Maple RV sells an Amish made wooden version of this drying rack for a pretty inexpenisve price. No rusting! Don't have a photo, unfortunately. Maybe Scot can post one.
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Interesting, I’d like to see that! Also, good to support a cottage type industry if Amish produced.
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04-20-2020, 02:23 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Space Coast of Florida
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flimsy
Wow! That’s good to hear. We live in FL where the air is salty on the coast and the humidity is normally high. I assumed the reviews I saw would definitely apply to me, hence the build of my own. Besides, during this time of Social Distancing, why not?
Thank you for your input.
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X2^... everyone one of those I’ve seen in Florida are rusted. I was going to get one until I read the reviews and started checking them on other RVs. Don’t need rust on my Speedo..lol
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04-20-2020, 02:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dalford
X2^... everyone one of those I’ve seen in Florida are rusted. I was going to get one until I read the reviews and started checking them on other RVs. Don’t need rust on my Speedo..lol
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Haha! Copy that!
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04-20-2020, 02:37 PM
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Pickin', Campin', Mason
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: South Western PA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flimsy
Interesting, I’d like to see that! Also, good to support a cottage type industry if Amish produced.
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This one says Amish made.
Not sure if it is what the poster referred to or not?
Amish Made RV Laundry Rack Mounts to Ladder
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F&AM Lodge 358 Somerset, PA - JAFFA Shrine - Altoona, PA
Days Camped ☼ '19=118 ☼ '20=116 ☼ '21=123 ☼ '22=134 ☼ '23=118☼ '24=90
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04-20-2020, 02:53 PM
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You can make it out of pvc
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04-20-2020, 03:59 PM
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Junior Member
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Excellent!
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Originally Posted by 5picker
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Now that’s a beauty! Had I seen this one, I would have purchased! I love it! Practical in every way. Thank you for posting!
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04-21-2020, 10:08 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flimsy
On our first Shakedown campout a few weeks ago, we found that we had no means to dry our swim suits or towels.piputting up a clothesline was forbidden within the campground. I looked online to see what was available after we returned and found nothing that suited me. So I decided to build something of my own design. This is what I came up with:
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SUPER!!!!
Nicely done! I love the streamline/compactness of it. Looks professional and sturdy. A++ for the workmanship and the innovation.
Yeah you can go out and buy something that would do the job but nothing like letting your mind and skill run free and make it on your own. NICELY done sir!
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05-15-2020, 09:13 AM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2017
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Grapehound
Shady Maple RV sells an Amish made wooden version of this drying rack for a pretty inexpenisve price. No rusting! Don't have a photo, unfortunately. Maybe Scot can post one.
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Thanks for the mention.
Here it is. I think! I have never tried to put a picture up on this forum before. 
$46.25 plus PA tax.
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05-15-2020, 01:29 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2020
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Scotrv
Thanks for the mention.
Here it is. I think! I have never tried to put a picture up on this forum before. Attachment 229114
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Thank you, excellent looking rack! Thank you for sharing with the group.
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