Suggestions for the height-impaired

**Titania** · 10-19-2006, 04:50 PM

This is a bit of a stupid question, but what do you guys do when you`re detailing a vehicle you can`t reach the roof on? Have you found acceptable long-handled tools to work with or are you using step-stools, ladders, cranes? Do I need to invest in scaffolding?

I want to avoid having a dirty streak down the middle of my roof because I can`t reach it. I also want to avoid having sneaker marks on the side of my car from me standing on a step stool.

**35TH LE** · 10-19-2006, 06:25 PM

Im also wondering what methods people use... Im 5`7" and its not easy doing big SUVs. I normally just use a 3 step ladder.

**jsfofec** · 10-19-2006, 06:53 PM

Originally Posted by 35TH LE

Im also wondering what methods people use... Im 5`7" and its not easy doing big SUVs. I normally just use a 3 step ladder.

I had the same trouble doing my Honda Pilot, I`m 5` 8", I always used a step stool, but it became a pain going up and down. Then I found this

**Mikeyc** · 10-19-2006, 06:56 PM

Originally Posted by jsfofec

I had the same trouble doing my Honda Pilot, I`m 5` 8", I always used a step stool, but it became a pain going up and down. Then I found this

Is that the Griot`s one or did you get it someplace else?

**BlueLibby04** · 10-19-2006, 08:03 PM

Stand on the rear tire and open the front door.. Im 6` and I cannot do the roof of my jeep. Stupid lift. :getdown

**Basshog** · 10-19-2006, 08:36 PM

I`m 6`3 and I can`t reach more than a few inches on my roof he he :chuckle:

**jsfofec** · 10-19-2006, 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by Mikeyc

Is that the Griot`s one or did you get it someplace else?

Yes, I got it from Griot`s, but you can get the same one from Target online for $20 cheaper. It`s made by a company named Cosco. Once I received the one from Griot`s, I searched the brand name and found the one at Target for less.

What I really like is the tray. It`s nice to be able to put your stuff on the tray while you are working on the roof.

**White95Max** · 10-19-2006, 08:48 PM

Got it from Menards on sale for $32 or so.

**Wasatch** · 10-19-2006, 09:03 PM

I stand on the inside of my X, and also on the rear bumper, no problems at all.

**Titania** · 10-20-2006, 07:21 AM

Thanks for the replies, guys! Oddly enough I already have one of those long steps. Bought one when we were doing a lot of house painting...never even thought of using it!

Home Depot carries them. Pretty reasonably priced, too. :2thumbs:

**abbeysdad** · 10-20-2006, 08:52 AM

Saw this subject and thought of Joan Rivers..."Oh, just grow up!"

LOL

I`m 6` and the roof of the SUV requires a megs wide angle brush (works well, but a bit heavy when full of soapy water) and a two step, step stool for polishing and stuff.

Just as important is a dolly/stool for sitting to work on side panels otherwise the back suffers.

**jsfofec** · 10-20-2006, 11:00 AM

Originally Posted by Titania

Thanks for the replies, guys! Oddly enough I already have one of those long steps. Bought one when we were doing a lot of house painting...never even thought of using it!

Home Depot carries them. Pretty reasonably priced, too. :2thumbs:

I was just at home depot today and saw the one for about $35. You can get one with a tray for $55. The tray really comes in handy.

**Accumulator** · 10-20-2006, 12:14 PM

People always say "too expensive!" but I use a pair of THESE . I`ve used less expensive ones and they just weren`t right for me (too narrow, not as stable, too slick when wet..) but I know plenty of people like `em just fine.

**JohnZ3MC** · 10-20-2006, 01:30 PM

I`m 5`8 3/4 " and darn proud of it. I`ve tried step stools, open door sills, and ladders, but the best method I`ve found so far is to stand on my neighbour. Unfortunately, she`s not too thrilled with my solution.

-John C.

**35TH LE** · 10-20-2006, 02:53 PM

Originally Posted by JohnZ3MC

I`m 5`8 3/4 " and darn proud of it. I`ve tried step stools, open door sills, and ladders, but the best method I`ve found so far is to stand on my neighbour. Unfortunately, she`s not too thrilled with my solution.

-John C.

:har:

Comedy!