Fixing Ladders To Roof Bars

Autosleeper have quoted me 245 for the ladder and 204 60 for three roof bars.

Fixing ladders to roof bars.

Secure the ladder firmly. If you haven t then pillows foam or a thick blanket placed between the ladder and the roof will all do the job equally well. This is just for parts and does not include fitting. Loop the rope around the ladder frame do not simply lay the rope over the top of the ladder as well as tie a knot in the rope around the ladder frame so that it cannot slide see video.

With just the one ladder the clamps would be easiest but with 2 i think the ranches strap would be much quicker. I have to be careful where i position the small one as the ladder clamps only just hook round the roof bars so the ratchet strap and bike lock would be much less faffing. Racv s ernest litera shares some practical tips on roof rack safety loading. First of all you ll want to form a buffer that protects both your car s roof and the ladder itself.

If you ve already got a proper roof rack this issue is already sorted. Place both ends of the rope inside the car. Tie a loop in one end of the rope and feed the other end through this loop and pull tightly and knot. I am pretty handy at diy.

Learn how to safely secure items to your car s roof racks.