Flatline Van Co Side Ladder Install | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series | Van Life
In this video I share how I installed my Flatline Van Co side ladder which gives me access to my van’s roof for a totally new perspective of the beautiful landscapes I visit AND now I have a way to easily access the roof to clean my solar panels.
The install was quick and easy, taking less than 30 minutes to complete. Best of all, the ladder is lightweight but very sturdy.
Check out Flatline Van Co for product offerings that will help you get out and explore the world around you: flatlinevanco.com/
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:26 - Products and Tools
2:04 - Connecting the ladder sections together
3:14 - Securing the bottom mounting plate to the ladder
4:11 - Drilling holes into the roof rack
5:50 - Fastening the ladder to the roof rack and van
8:21 - Closing
Disclaimer: I am not a professional. This information is what I have gathered from my own research on the topic and is only intended for reference. Further research should be conducted for your specific project based on your needs. Please note, not everything you see online is the correct nor the only way to do something. Contact a professional if in doubt as following an incorrect procedure could lead to a dangerous and ineffective result.
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I'm sure your parents are so pleased that you are developing these skill sets. This knowledge base will help you be more independent.
@LaurenLawliss
10 ай бұрын
100% I’ve always been independent and LOVE learning new skills and expanding my knowledge. A van build is great for that!
I'm also a "one person show", so I appreciate how your videos are so instructional and illustrate how us independent types can get big projects done.
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Yes! I love that. Best of luck with your build🤩
Best driver-side ladder install i've ever seen but still needs more bunk.
@LaurenLawliss
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! What do you need by more bunk?
Better than any manual. Great work and presentation (again)... greetings from Germany.
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Marcus! I appreciate it☺️
Another great video 👍 I love watching you Strong women and great projects 💪💪💪
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Evren!
Having a retractable ladder is actually better, so you can just put it away and keep it inside the van when not needed. Having a fixed ladder outside the van will be an attraction to kids to climb and also curious hands and eyes to climb up your roof to look for something to steal like your solar panels. I dont know. Just my opinion. Also you went all the way here not drilling a single hole in your van and now you drilled a hole just to add a potential stealing tool for thieves. Not my favorite but it looks nice. 😊
I appreciate your videos soo much, so informative and easy to follow!
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! I am glad you enjoy them🥰
Nice addition. Well presented.
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
I agree! It is a game changer🙌🏼
as always,like the rest of your build videos,good job...
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Robert!!
Good neat job you did there!!!
@LaurenLawliss
6 ай бұрын
Appreciate it!
Another great video 👍
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Randy!
Your videos are good teaching for a one man show.That ladder sure is secure.It'll come in handy.
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Jason! It’s been an awesome addition!!
❤❤❤❤ love it 😍 you are great
@LaurenLawliss
6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
Wow,that gives your van a totally new look.Good job Lauren
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Right!? I love it🙌🏼
Hi Beautiful Lauren 🥰 It was very lovely to see you again and another great how to video. 👍 Have a awesome week and see you soon. 😃❤
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Hi Marvin! Thanks for watching. Enjoy your week🥰
Hi Laureen, very practical indeed, I had one once and I removed it after having people climbing my roof trying to steal my solar panel. I'm looking for a folding ladder fixed on the van too but that we could fold and lock.
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Yes, it is nice, but I do fear that too. Hopefully I don’t run into the same issue. That would be a cool idea. I also considered a telescope ladder that you can store in the van and pull out when needed.
Wow Lauren your van is looking so smart now the ladder is amazing. As always you did a brilliant video keep up the great work ❤❤
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard! I’m pretty proud of how the van is turning out🥰
@richardwilkinson6305
Жыл бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss Yes it looks amazing. I love watching your videos can't wait for the next instalment ❤️
@LaurenLawliss
10 ай бұрын
Appreciate it!
Good Day Lauren, Great video as usual. You do great job breaking this down. I do have a question, did the van come with the roof rack to which you installed the ladder?
@LaurenLawliss
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! No, I purchased the roof rack from Flatline Van Co and installed it myself in a matter of 30 minutes. I have a detailed video on my channel showing that install too 😁
☺☺☺
@LaurenLawliss
11 ай бұрын
😄😄😄
The whole ladder system thing is super expensive. What I did was install rock climbing jugs on the back
@LaurenLawliss
2 ай бұрын
Love it. There’s always more than one way to skin a cat 👍🏼
Excellent Lauren, press on girlfriend : )
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brian!!
What do you recommend for a rough rack? So I can put my solar panels on i'm a new builder
@LaurenLawliss
6 ай бұрын
I personally I have the FlatLineVanCo roof rack and LOVE it! The crossbars are 80/20 aluminum with tracks for T-Nuts to secure items to it! I have a video that takes about this install if you want to check it out😄
Nice job! I wonder what the weight limit is for that ladder 🤔
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
Good question! It is pretty solid but I am sure there is a limit. I should probably find out😅
@natemalnaa1
Жыл бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss lol yea I would find out, I was just thinking I wouldn't want to try it with the fear of breaking something lol
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
@@natemalnaa1 I’ll let you know what I find out! But it truly is a solid install so I’m pretty confident in its ability😄
@natemalnaa1
Жыл бұрын
@Lauren Lawliss that's good, I was just curious lol Also I would recommend getting an app for your phone where you can record maintenance and gas logs for your van, I personally use one called "CarPros" 😎👍
@LaurenLawliss
Жыл бұрын
@@natemalnaa1 Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll have to check it out😃
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