Side ladder

[Shawn]

Another newbie question...is it prudent to remove ladder (from side) when under way or do we just leave it on.

[joebedford]

Originally Posted by Shawn

Another newbie question...is it prudent to remove ladder (from side) when under way or do we just leave it on.

I leave mine at home and carry a real ladder.

[Tanman]

I have always left mine on and slide a smaller 4-foot aluminum ladder between the side ladder and the camper. I bungee it on. The smaller ladder in case I need to fix something inside or around the outside. Of course the side ladder in case I need to get onto the roof.

[eightydo]

I don't trust the side ladder. Mine is in my garage.

[joebedford]

Originally Posted by eightydo

I don't trust the side ladder. Mine is in my garage.

I'd rate that ladder at about 150lbs. If I put my 268 on the ladder, it would rip it off the wall.

[Gearheadzs]

I put my ladder in the RV garage when underway for safety and total width issues, and reinstall it when we get to our destination. I have my Flag pole holder mounted to it up high on the ladder. I use a 4 foot ladder to step on to the ladder so I am near the middle if I need to climb up. I weigh 250lbs and have had no problems climbing the ladder and it feels strong enough.

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[MichaelB]

Best to remove, the top rung that hooks over roof mount, of ours, got damaged by low tree branches.