Ladders on special

[Patrol'n]

G'day all,

Just thought I'd pass on that rogue 4x4 have GQ ladders on special right now, waiting for mine to be delivered!

http://rogue4x4.com.au/product/nissan-patrol-gq-ladder/

[threedogs]

I had one on my other 4x4 ,but I think they are illegal over here now.
No good in the bush mine was forever getting caught up with trees etc

[garett]

i made my rear bar a step makes it easy to tie down on roof racks.
you can also get a strap for around your spare tyre the has steps on it.

[Winnie]

G'day all,

Just thought I'd pass on that rogue 4x4 have GQ ladders on special right now, waiting for mine to be delivered!

http://rogue4x4.com.au/product/nissan-patrol-gq-ladder/

I love the look of them

[4bye4]

G'day all,

Just thought I'd pass on that rogue 4x4 have GQ ladders on special right now, waiting for mine to be delivered!

http://rogue4x4.com.au/product/nissan-patrol-gq-ladder/

Have PM'd you mate.

[MudRunnerTD]

These guys joined the forum 2 weeks ago and sent out a Spam PM to many many members. they had a Zero Post count. To anyone that received this PM i apologies. I sent them a PM asking them to join the forum as Vendors and received NO RESPONSE. so i gave them a Permanent BAN. I was Furious that someone would use our pm system like that. Banned They were. I will not be buying one on that basis alone.

[BigRAWesty]

Their cheaper on ebay I think and will be making a couple early next year for a customer

[threedogs]

@ Kallen wouldn't it be neater and lighter if you use the centre of the spare wheel to design something
Just saying lol

[threedogs]

These guys joined the forum 2 weeks ago and sent out a Spam PM to many many members. they had a Zero Post count. To anyone that received this PM i apologies. I sent them a PM asking them to join the forum as Vendors and received NO RESPONSE. so i gave them a Permanent BAN. I was Furious that someone would use our pm system like that. Banned They were. I will not be buying one on that basis alone.

Fair call MR well spotted

[BigRAWesty]

@ Kallen wouldn't it be neater and lighter if you use the centre of the spare wheel to design something
Just saying lol
Customer is quite well built and none of use are getting younger.
I'm doing alloy instead of stainless for mine so weight will be maybe a kilo..
Plus powder coat works much better with alloy than stainless..
If he goes that way..

[Patrol'n]

I had one on my other 4x4 ,but I think they are illegal over here now.
No good in the bush mine was forever getting caught up with trees etc

Was yours on the rear or side of your truck?

[threedogs]

Was yours on the rear or side of your truck?

On the side , is this one for the rear?
Didnt see the fitted pics only pic of a ladder

[Winnie]

On the side , is this one for the rear?
Yeah check the ad out. It hooks over the top of the small barn door and clamps onto the bottom of it.

[Patrol'n]

Yep, mounts onto the back door, it seems like a good design, and with my dodgy knees and back, it seems a lot safer than climbing up the spare wheel to get to the roof

[BigRAWesty]

Sent you a pm Patrol'n

[MudRunnerTD]

This style of door ladder is very very common of Japanese exports vehicle into NewZealand. Safaris over there are generally grey imports and more than half of them have a factory ladder fitted. GUs also have them. I have been surprised why we eng see them here.

[abw]

I like the idea of a ladder, as it can be a pain getting up on the roof. But how would one of these go if you have a rear wheel carrier? Probably wouldn't fit due to the lack of clearance. Are there any other options?

[Patrol'n]

I like the idea of a ladder, as it can be a pain getting up on the roof. But how would one of these go if you have a rear wheel carrier? Probably wouldn't fit due to the lack of clearance. Are there any other options?

This is something I have thought of too, as a rear wheel carrier is on my wish list, a side ladder would probably work, although three dogs said he thinks they're illegal where he lives now so it would pay to check first. By looking at the pics (my ladder hasn't arrived yet), I don't think a wheel carrier would fit with the ladder I've ordered, but I won't know till I get it fitted up.

I haven't thought of a firm solution yet, although when we do our big trip if necessary I'll have to put my second spare on the roof.

Can I suggest you send biggqwesty a message and see what he can knock up, he might be able to figure out a solution, I believe he'll be making some ladders early next year.

[BigRAWesty]

That's a good point about the swing aways.
What sorta room do you guys have between door and tyre carrier?
I can make to fit but if your only going to get a toe on it then it's pretty pointless.
But I'm having a brain wave..
Who has a dual tyre carrier or jerry can holder and has a arb or similar bar PM me.. I'll need some pics. .

[threedogs]

These rear ladders have been around for years and years, one I remember had a small ladder from the centre of your spare wheel on door.
On top of the wheel was a shelf [600mm x 200mm] you could stand on this was fitted via the captive nuts in the door.
Easy enough to knock one up, Ill put a drawing here later for you to look at.
So basically a two piece ladder
That shelf was also to strap some gear to as well ,
very easy to make if you're handy with a welder and
can read a tape measure

[abw]

That's a good point about the swing aways.
What sorta room do you guys have between door and tyre carrier?
I can make to fit but if your only going to get a toe on it then it's pretty pointless.
But I'm having a brain wave..
Who has a dual tyre carrier or jerry can holder and has a arb or similar bar PM me.. I'll need some pics. .

Not sure if I'm allowed to post a link to that other Patrol forum:D? But I Googled this solution: http://www.patrol4x4.com/forum/diy-modifications-accessories-40/gu-rear-door-ladder-188674/ Looks a bit close to the door?

[threedogs]

Here's a rough pic but you'll get the idea, you could make it from 20x20x2 rhs
fully weld all joints and either spray or powder coat, easy enough to make so it will
fit all tyre sizes.
For swing aways either make it to suit the front or back should be plenty of room,
you only need clearance for 25mm if using 25x25x2 rhs

[Clunk]

Here's the back of my GQ Westy..... custom bar.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2015/12/111.jpg

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2015/12/112.jpg

[threedogs]

I like this idea, it would work on all patrols just laser cut a plate
that fits behind the rear number plate light and go from there

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Land-Rover-DISCOVERY-1-and-2-Rear-Door-Roof-Access-Ladder-/201485274893?hash=item2ee9754f0d:g:SZgAAOSw1S9Wbz1 9

[BigRAWesty]

I like this idea, it would work on all patrols just laser cut a plate
that fits behind the rear number plate light and go from there

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Land-Rover-DISCOVERY-1-and-2-Rear-Door-Roof-Access-Ladder-/201485274893?hash=item2ee9754f0d:g:SZgAAOSw1S9Wbz1 9
I was thinking along this line but with a bit extra

[threedogs]

Just throwing stuff out there for you.lol

[Patrol'n]

Gday all, I got my ladder in time for Chrissie and it fitted up nicely. Thought I'd throw a pic up in case anyone was interested in seeing it.

Apologies for the angle in the photo, photography isn't my strong suit!

It feels strong and looks well made, very tidy welds and good powder coating, I'm very happy with it. Makes getting up and down from the roof a breeze. One minor thing I have noticed is that the top of the door can flex a tiny bit when I climb up, but it isn't much and touch wood doesn't seem to affect anything. It is quite light and doesn't affect door operation at all. I am not going to miss climbing up and down the spare wheel [emoji3]


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[threedogs]

Maybe some grip tape just to protect the treads a bit more.
Looks great and safe as well lol

[4bye4]

Patrol'n came by yesterday and showed me the set up. Got to climb on someone else's Patrol for a change. Thanks Leigh. I'm placing an order - need I say more. Great idea and appears to be well made. Downsides are all controllable, don't climb on it when the door is open and don't put you feet through enough to kick the panel - common sense really.
Thanks again Leigh. Typical meet up of Patrol owners though, quick look at the ladder then bonnets up for half an hour or so. :smile:

[Patrol'n]

Maybe some grip tape just to protect the treads a bit more.
Looks great and safe as well lol

Thanks for the reminder mate, it came with some grip tape, in my haste to get it on and try it out I forgot to put the grip tape on...

That and a perhaps a few Amber memory inhibitors that I consumed at Christmas had something to do with forgetting! Lol


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[4bye4]

Got mine last week and have mounted it. I will chuck a pic up over the weekend. No complaints about the product, a few about WA deliveries though. 3 days from Qld to Perth, 4 days from Welshpool freight depot to Osborne Park.

[Patrol'n]

That's a long time to travel a few k's!

At least you have the ladder now, we just got back last week from a week long trip, that ladder has transformed using the roof rack for me, makes using the roof rack a breeze.

[4bye4]

Yes Leigh - I think WA courers have a long time getting over Christmas. Where did you go? Maybe see you Wed night and we can compare ladders?

[threedogs]

Mods might want to check their link again, its advertising something

[threedogs]

All you guys driving a Mighty ZD30 Di would it be
helpful having a step above the rear handle??
I have an idea?

[4bye4]

All you guys driving a Mighty ZD30 Di would it be
helpful having a step above the rear handle??
I have an idea?

More useful for old farts like me would be a fold down bottom step so I can get from the ground to the first rung easier. Mine is a GU, not as bad on the GQ as they have the step set into the bumper. Usually I am loading to go away so I can get up on the trailer A frame. might have a look around at boat places.

[BigRAWesty]

More useful for old farts like me would be a fold down bottom step so I can get from the ground to the first rung easier. Mine is a GU, not as bad on the GQ as they have the step set into the bumper. Usually I am loading to go away so I can get up on the trailer A frame. might have a look around at boat places.
Well hold about mate. I may have something for you in the pipe work

[Patrol'n]

Yes Leigh - I think WA courers have a long time getting over Christmas. Where did you go? Maybe see you Wed night and we can compare ladders?

We went to Sandy Cape, snorkelling, fishing, wheeling, sand boarding, drinking etc, was a great 7 day trip.

Is Wednesday the next meeting for the Western Patrol club?

[4bye4]

in the pipe work
LOL nicely put mate.

[Patrol'n]

Mods might want to check their link again, its advertising something

Yep, something wrong with the link now by the looks? Doesn't go to the same page that it used to.

[4bye4]

Is Wednesday the next meeting for the Western Patrol club?
Yes mate 7 pm 27th January 2016 Belmont Sports & Rec Club.

[Clunk]

Yes mate 7 pm 27th January 2016 Belmont Sports & Rec Club.
Hey Leigh, thats on the corner of Abernethy Rd and Keane St, on the right as you head down Abernethy from the Belmont forum

[4bye4]

Mounted on a GU. Seems solid enough.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/01/274.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/01/275.jpg


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[Patrol'n]

That's a good looking ladder Tony, how does the door feel when you climb on it?

And yes, I am hoping to be there for the meeting on Wednesday.

[4bye4]

That's a good looking ladder Tony, how does the door feel when you climb on it?

And yes, I am hoping to be there for the meeting on Wednesday.

And yes, I am hoping to be there for the meeting on Wednesday.[/QUOTE]
Feels OK Leigh - just the normal things like don't climb on it with the door open and I think I will get someone to pass up stuff for loading as I think climbing up while carrying a ton of stuff would be asking for trouble. Wouldn't mind an extension to get from the ground to the bottom rung though. I think Biggqwesty has some ideas on that score.

[BigRAWesty]

And yes, I am hoping to be there for the meeting on Wednesday.
Feels OK Leigh - just the normal things like don't climb on it with the door open and I think I will get someone to pass up stuff for loading as I think climbing up while carrying a ton of stuff would be asking for trouble. Wouldn't mind an extension to get from the ground to the bottom rung though. I think Biggqwesty has some ideas on that score.
Just waiting for my pipe dyes to come in..

[BigRAWesty]

Hey guys. Quick Q. .
What diameter pipe are these??
Hard to tell if it's 30 or 40mm

[4bye4]

Will measure it later and post. I was looking at these things for tramps.
64342 Thats probably the sort of thing I need to get off the ground LOL.

[BigRAWesty]

Will measure it later and post. I was looking at these things for tramps.
64342 Thats probably the sort of thing I need to get off the ground LOL.
I'll send you a pm mate

[CSN61]

Chaps, I've welded up a small barn door for my Y61 GU Patrol, but now trying to figure out the connections to the door. The frontrunner one has three riv nuts down the bottom and two up top - my reckoning is that the top two go through two layers of door steel (where it's folded double) and three go through what I think is a single layer of panel steel.

Does anyone have any experience with these fitments being enough for normal use? 100kg person on the ladder carrying stuff?

I'm not good enough with the welder to do a folded over hook type thing on the top (which I'd prefer of course) - unless anyone has some particularly easy ideas to execute.