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05-08-2019, 03:47 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 25.2
State: Florida
Posts: 361
THOR #4466
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What ladder?
I hate climbing on ladders but my Axis 25.2 has no ladder so...
8 or 10 foot step ladder to get on the roof?
I have a telescoping ladder stored in the front compartment but it is for emergencies and I really don't trust it.
I just received a estimate of $300-$1800 for roof cleaning and caulking so think it's time to overcome my dislike or fear of ladders. We purchased the Axis in August 2016 and the roof have been unseen or touched by humans since. No leaks but am probably on borrowed time.
Comments? Suggestions?
Thanks all.
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2021 Casita Independence Deluxe
2019 Honda Ridgeline AWD
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05-08-2019, 03:52 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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If you don't trust the telescoping ladder: throw it away! 
I spent good money on one that I trust (12.5 feet), and it's a keeper! 
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Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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05-08-2019, 04:12 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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On a positive note...you'll only fall once!
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 04:18 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Seriously... If you're not comfortable on a ladder: stay off of them.
Being nervous can often lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy: falling! 
Good luck!
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Good Sam Member 843599689
Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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05-08-2019, 04:39 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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QVC has a great deal on these telescoping ladders...
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 04:41 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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05-08-2019, 04:48 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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I bought one for $64 in 2016 from Amazon. $219 seems a little high.
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05-08-2019, 04:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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I don't do ladders. I get dizzy just sittin' on the toilet. I fell 10' working on my deck 5 years ago...still feel it. For those who have no issues...I envy you...go for it...I used to.
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 05:04 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Renegade Valencia 38RB
State: California
Posts: 3,498
THOR #3156
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I hate ladders also but use them with extreme caution. Using the ladder on my mh isn't an issue though
Jerry
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05-08-2019, 05:27 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton
I don't do ladders. I get dizzy just sittin' on the toilet. I fell 10' working on my deck 5 years ago...still feel it. For those who have no issues...I envy you...go for it...I used to.
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05-08-2019, 05:37 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Timing is everything, Bob. Just got 2nd eye completed yesterday with cataract surgery!! I've worn glasses since 2nd grade. No longer need them...I can see for miles and miles now. Pretty amazing change in my life!! Now that song is stuck in my head!!! "Tanks A Lot".
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 05:48 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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"What: me worry?"
Good Sam Member 843599689
Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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05-08-2019, 07:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 25.2
State: Florida
Posts: 361
THOR #4466
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Well, thanks for all the good advice and the dark humor.
I ended up taking out the telescoping ladder and trying it for the first time. It is a beast, much sturdier than I expected and extends to 20.5 feet. I have seen my roof and it is a thing of beauty! Maybe not a beauty but not nearly as bad as I expected. I just found that I will have somewhere between $300-$1800 to spend on us.
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2021 Casita Independence Deluxe
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05-08-2019, 08:07 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: S.O.B.
State: Florida
Posts: 684
THOR #14543
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton
Timing is everything, Bob. Just got 2nd eye completed yesterday with cataract surgery!! I've worn glasses since 2nd grade. No longer need them...I can see for miles and miles now. Pretty amazing change in my life!! Now that song is stuck in my head!!! "Tanks A Lot".
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I just got the word that I need that surgery, and not really looking forward to it. But if it eliminates the "fog", I guess it will be worth it.
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Some Other Brand w/2020 Jeep Gladiator Toad
Living The Dream in "God's Waiting Room"
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05-08-2019, 08:10 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 25.2
State: Florida
Posts: 361
THOR #4466
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Popfla
I just got the word that I need that surgery, and not really looking forward to it. But if it eliminates the "fog", I guess it will be worth it.
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Easiest surgery I've ever had. Had both done last year. Now have 20/20 in one and 20/25 in the other. You'll be so happy.
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2021 Casita Independence Deluxe
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05-08-2019, 08:10 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Windsport 34E
State: North Carolina
Posts: 303
THOR #13360
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton
I don't do ladders. I get dizzy just sittin' on the toilet. I fell 10' working on my deck 5 years ago...still feel it. For those who have no issues...I envy you...go for it...I used to.
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It's not the fall that hurts it's the sudden stop.
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05-08-2019, 08:16 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Ed, you'll never look back (pun intended). You don't realize how much you can't see and the colors of everything are amazing. TIP: Pay the extra $2500 per eye (not covered by insurance) for the upgraded Symphony lenses. That clinic looked like a homecoming party for the Class of 1933!!
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 08:21 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 31S
State: Texas
Posts: 4,174
THOR #6411
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Two of the gifts for living a long time in the sun - Intraocular Lens Implant, Mohs Surgery.
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2016 Hurricane 31S
1961 Rampside in tow
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05-08-2019, 08:29 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Funny...just a few years ago, you get three or more guys together, the subject always steered towards women. Now we're talking so openly about falling off ladders, inability to get up off the ground and eye surgery so we can see.
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Now an SOB
Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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05-08-2019, 09:53 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Wonderdog
Well, thanks for all the good advice and the dark humor.
I ended up taking out the telescoping ladder and trying it for the first time. It is a beast, much sturdier than I expected and extends to 20.5 feet. I have seen my roof and it is a thing of beauty! Maybe not a beauty but not nearly as bad as I expected. I just found that I will have somewhere between $300-$1800 to spend on us.
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Congratulations!
20.5 feet? That is a Monster! 
(I could use that one in the back of our Office... changing light-bulbs!  )
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I'm 20/360 in one eye, and corrected to 20/40 in the other. 
