Foldable ladder for campervan that doesn't break the bank

Forums › Home Workshop DIY › Foldable ladder for campervan that doesn't break the bank

boland

556 posts

Ultimate Geek
+1 received by user: 85

#302799 21-Dec-2022 13:20

We've got a Toyota Hi Ace campervan, with a bed at the top. Right now you have to climb in by climbing on the kitchen, which is not suitable for my parents. So I'd like to have a ladder. It has to be a folding one to be able to store it while driving.

Only thing I found is this one, but $379 for a ladder seems steep to me. Another other suggestions?

Jase2985

13730 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 6202

ID Verified

Lifetime subscriber

#3012732 21-Dec-2022 13:36

how big does it need to be?

boland

556 posts

Ultimate Geek
+1 received by user: 85

#3012739 21-Dec-2022 13:50

Jase2985:

how big does it need to be?

About 1.8 meter in length, and should fold up to <1m.

SCUBADOO

206 posts

Master Geek
+1 received by user: 65

#3012751 21-Dec-2022 14:07

I have a telescopic ladder very similar to this purchased via Trademe: https://themarket.com/nz/p/telescopic-ladder-3.8m-extendable/4969-AA9DAN900

Stored in our motorhome it has survived 8 years of regular use. Cleaning roof, solar panels and the occasional repair.Probably overkill for 2m but it is perfect for our 3.3m high motorhome. Nothing a hacksaw could not fix.

Edit: Trademe still list a few. e.g. 2.8m - https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/building-renovation/building-supplies/scaffolding-ladders/ladders/listing/3914887721

boland

556 posts

Ultimate Geek
+1 received by user: 85

#3012762 21-Dec-2022 14:27

SCUBADOO:

I have a telescopic ladder very similar to this purchased via Trademe: https://themarket.com/nz/p/telescopic-ladder-3.8m-extendable/4969-AA9DAN900

Stored in our motorhome it has survived 8 years of regular use. Cleaning roof, solar panels and the occasional repair.Probably overkill for 2m but it is perfect for our 3.3m high motorhome. Nothing a hacksaw could not fix.

Edit: Trademe still list a few. e.g. 2.8m - https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/building-renovation/building-supplies/scaffolding-ladders/ladders/listing/3914887721

Thanks, those look perfect! 2.8m would be handy as well to be able to get on the roof indeed.

Very much appreciated!