Working at height on the motorhome

[monzer]

Has anyone got a permanent solution to getting up high to the motorhome roof for washing etc?

I've used the forklift at work recently but still a bit of a faff. I'll be wanting up soon to give it a wash and polish, remove the sat dish and eventually add a solar panel or 2. Been looking for small platform scaffolding but nothing coming up for a decent price.

Found this on ebay but not entirely sure it's as robust as they say it is...

Aluminium Scaffolding Ladder Work Platform Multi Combination Multi-purpose Step | eBay

3-in-1 ladder: leaning ladder, step ladder and work scaffolding. Combination Ladder Aluminium Foldable Platform Scaffold Multi-Purpose 3.5M UP. It can be easily converted into a ladder, double ladder or working scaffold.

www.ebay.co.uk

Storage is not really an issue as will be stored at work.

Anyone got anything for stable access to the roof?

 

[Bleau’s]

Look at a warehouse step platform set with wheels at one end most of the trade use them try one of the army surplus auctions they often have them.

 

[Scotch mist]

At 1.6m high max , I’d say it’s to low , I have much higher & wider aluminium scaffolding & that’s just large enough

 

[poppycamper]

Not sure that would be high enough

 

[suavecarve]

We have a 7 year old grandson who needs character building ladder that can turned into a platform. Make sure its the 5.7 metre to get the height. Can be a ladder or make an a frame or a platform for ease of waxing on and off
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/36349021...d=link&campid=5338547443&toolid=20001&mkevt=1 £140 including platform

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[Conal]

I use a telescopic ladder which is as tall as the motorhome. I work my way round the roof but don’t go on it. I also have a telescopic brush which is very handy

 

[denisejoe]

I just use a ladder and climb on to roof with bucket sponge and hose watch though as climbed up front worked to back pulled hose and knocked ladder down had to carry on working until someone came out of a house and got them to put ladder back up as Denise was out shopping

 

[Jimbohorlicks]

I use a telescopic ladder which is as tall as the motorhome. I work my way round the roof but don’t go on it. I also have a telescopic brush which is very handy

Same here,just use part of our house ladders with a protective foam pad between the MH and ladder and a telescopic brush.and just move it around the MH to suit. I don't need to go on the roof at all.

 

[bertiebasset]

We have a 7 year old grandson who needs character building ladder that can turned into a platform. Make sure its the 5.7 metre to get the height. Can be a ladder or make an a frame or a platform for ease of waxing on and off
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/36349021...d=link&campid=5338547443&toolid=20001&mkevt=1 £140 including platform
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If you decide to go this route be very very careful if using the platform sections. I managed to go A*** over T** when on mine washing the roof. Walked across and managed to step near the join in the middle, which seperated and I fell straddling the ladder, bruised around waist, bum and soaked as the bucked (had to be full) emptied itself over me. I am now looking out for a length of scaffolding board for next excursion.

 

[L' Hobo]

I had a Youngman minimax scaffold tower when I owned the Coach company, it came in 3 sections which one could buy separately.

We had all 3 sections and could work at the top of a double decker bus.

Very secure and one can purchase outriggers for more stability, expensive but worth it!

EDIT: The snap on platforms will carry 125? kilos and cannot move

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[monzer]

At 1.6m high max , I’d say it’s to low , I have much higher & wider aluminium scaffolding & that’s just large enough

I thought the same and to be honest the description says max height is 1m so I presume they don't advise on putting the platform section up as high as the top 2 rungs. Think I'll pass although it is reasonably priced.

 

[suavecarve]

If you decide to go this route be very very careful if using the platform sections. I managed to go A*** over T** when on mine washing the roof. Walked across and managed to step near the join in the middle, bruised around waist, bum and soaked as the bucked (had to be full) emptied itself over me. I am now looking out for a length of scaffolding board for next excursion.

Absolutely correct.
Once you have it erected your H and S brain kicks in and a scaffold board on top gives you more confidence

 

[monzer]

I had a Youngman minimax scaffold tower when I owned the Coach company, it came in 3 sections which one could buy separately.

We had all 3 sections and could work at the top of a double decker bus.

Very secure and one can purchase outriggers for more stability, expensive but worth it!

Ideal but like you say, expensive. I had a bid in for some fibre glass scaffolding with platform at a local auction not so long ago but there is no such thing as a bargain at those kind of things any more and was easily outbid.

 

[monzer]

I've done the whole ladder thing before but it's a pain in the arse trying to move around, up and down everything you need.

Like I say going to be taking the dish off and adding some panels so was looking for something a bit sturdy. Might take a punt on that ebay item as it's the closet I'll get to a small scaffolding section with out paying big bucks.

 

[L' Hobo]

Ideal but like you say, expensive. I had a bid in for some fibre glass scaffolding with platform at a local auction not so long ago but there is no such thing as a bargain at those kind of things any more and was easily outbid.

I think mine cost about a £1000 but who can put a cost on a life?

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[monzer]

I think mine cost about a £1000 but who can put a cost on a life?

You'll have me buying E+P levellers next

 

[daveandsan]

If you decide to go this route be very very careful if using the platform sections. I managed to go A*** over T** when on mine washing the roof. Walked across and managed to step near the join in the middle, which seperated and I fell straddling the ladder, bruised around waist, bum and soaked as the bucked (had to be full) emptied itself over me. I am now looking out for a length of scaffolding board for next excursion.

Was anyone watching you?

 

[L' Hobo]

You'll have me buying E+P levellers next

No, not me! Far better the scaffold tower which when covered over with canvas has been used as an outside bunk tent before now (also come in handy for working inside and outside house)

 

[bertiebasset]

Was anyone watching you?

We actually have CCTV running down that side of the moho and I showed it my grandkids who howled with laughter when I fell.

No I deleted it before you ask.

 

[monzer]

Look at a warehouse step platform set with wheels at one end most of the trade use them try one of the army surplus auctions they often have them.

Nice but I could make something like that in the workshop for a lot less. Takes up a bit too much room storage wise though. My thinking with scaffolding was that it's easy to take apart and lean up against the wall out of the way.

I've already got a beach buggy taking up workshop space I wouldn't want to chance my luck

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[daveandsan]

We actually have CCTV running down that side of the moho and I showed it my grandkids who howled with laughter when I fell.

No I deleted it before you ask.

As long as you were not hurt badly I would have loved to have seen that.
You would have got some money for the footage of that.

 

[monzer]

No, not me! Far better the scaffold tower which when covered over with canvas has been used as an outside bunk tent before now (also come in handy for working inside and outside house)

Hmm now you've got me thinking

 

[nicholsong]

I am feeling smug, because we have a fixed ladder on the rear of the MH and can walk on our roof.

If using water I wear proper deck shoes.

 

[Northernraider]

You can walk on that roof ...its the same as mine was and im heavier than you are.

 

[icantremember]

This is my solution ......

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[monzer]

You can walk on that roof ...its the same as mine was and im heavier than you are.

Always a bit wary standing on it. I guess it'd probably be okay but would prefer some kind of platform. Make it easier for having tools etc for fitting or removing parts too.

The amount I've ate today I wouldn't even chance leaning on it

 

[monzer]

This is my solution ......
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Perfect. How much?

 

[Tombola]

You'll have me buying E+P levellers next

good idea, tilt it over 45 degrees, clean the roof..>DONE "!

 

[icantremember]

Perfect. How much?

Have you seen my forum name?

 

[poppycamper]

good idea, tilt it over 45 degrees, clean the roof..>DONE "!

That a silly idea.... where you put yer bucket

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