uscgasser Report post Posted March 1, 2020 I’m new here, do you actually drill holes in the rear of the RV to mount this plate? is there anything less permanent? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted March 1, 2020 Welcome to the Forum uscgasser. There are several methods for mounting you plates. Zip tie to your ladder, but that makes it difficult to climb your ladder. There are several folks the make brackets for mounting it to your ladder. You can use industrial grade two sided tape. Preferred by most. With the tape you can mount your plates both on the front and back Good luck and again, Welcome. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted March 1, 2020 I originally used ZIP ties and tied the plate to the back support runners of the ladder. It is still visible and the step is still in use, just a little narrow in depth. UV Light will eventually make the ZIP ties brittle so if you use that method by some that are UV tolerant and in any case change them out on a scheduled basis. The best method is to use the PLATE BRACKET sold by Kiley Mold and if you are ingenious you may be able to make a bracket that will allow the entire step to be used. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 1, 2020 Welcome! I use zip ties for ladder, since I don't climb any more! I also hang mine by suction cup on inside of front window, when parked. Happy trails and tales...hope you can make a FMCA Rally soon! Great seminars and nice folks to meet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 24, 2020 With some extra time on my hands I finally installed/moved my FMCA egg. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted March 25, 2020 On 3/1/2020 at 9:45 AM, wayne77590 said: UV Light will eventually make the ZIP ties brittle so if you use that method by some that are UV tolerant As I have stated on several posts, the black ties are naturally UV tolerant (black is the only color that the UV will not decay. I personally like the method of taking the plate to a vinyl sign shop and have them duplicate the egg in peel and stick vinyl, no holes to drill or wire ties to mess with. Have a couple extra made so that when the old one looks bad (usually about 7 to 10 years) you will already have a replacement. They cost as little as fifteen bucks to twenty five and extra are normally 2 or 3 each when ordered at the same time. Bill, that looks great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 25, 2020 Yes, I know about the black ones but didn't have any handey. These will last for a while and I may go to some kind of ladder bracket. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted March 25, 2020 3 minutes ago, WILDEBILL308 said: Yes, I know about the black ones but didn't have any handey. PM me a mailing address, I will mail you a few, black is the only color that I buy, and have several hundred on hand at any given time, 4 inch to 48 inch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 25, 2020 21 minutes ago, kaypsmith said: PM me a mailing address, I will mail you a few, black is the only color that I buy, and have several hundred on hand at any given time, 4 inch to 48 inch. Much appreciated and I may take you up on it if I can't find any handy. It was mostly because I was to lazy to go in the shead and look. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted March 25, 2020 Bill, why not some long screws and large washers or flat bar behind the grill to draw it tight? Id consider placing rubber on the back of the egg so it doesn't vibrate and scratch up the paint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 25, 2020 I considered something like that. I did consider the vibration but it is pretty tight The types I used are fairly robust. I am thinking about making a bracket to mount it off the ladder. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 25, 2020 For the first time in my RV life...No Ladder! I'm mounting one of my stick on in front, where Lic Plate normally go! In back on grill, I'm thinking about a rubber backed aluminum plate that we can mount with Molly bolts and then glue plate to it, along with 2 mollly bolts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
five Report post Posted March 26, 2020 Carl....that's what happens when you get an entry level Newmar....no ladder.🤣 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted March 26, 2020 One thing I know for sure is, Carl doesn't need a ladder. He doesn't need to be on his roof for any reason. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
five Report post Posted March 26, 2020 I spent an hour or so on my roof this morning. Put Back to Black on the three A/C covers and Protect All on the three sky lights, solar panel and shower sky light. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted March 26, 2020 8 minutes ago, FIVE said: Put Back to Black on the three A/C covers But what if your covers were white? Don't blame me it is the shelter in place order. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted March 27, 2020 8 hours ago, WILDEBILL308 said: But what if your covers were white? Don't blame me it is the shelter in place order. Bill Oh my! To much time on your hands, and hope you are still getting paid for your comedy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted March 27, 2020 Bill, you can come here, not enough time to get everything done, that needs doing...the fresh air will blow away the cobwebs that seems to be gathering! Herman, your right...have no need to risk being on top or bottom of coach. Linda won't do it either, knee and hip problem. FIVE, I like the cleaner look. The AC ladder was never used, when young tech's bring out the "A" frame rolling ladder...it made a good statement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
