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Geo-TH,In · Jan 11, 2015

I purchased a 7 ft step ladder today form Menards. They had them on sale for $40 after rebate. Just couldn't pass it up, rated at 250#. Very stable compared to my 6ft aluminum ones. Then I got the idea of attaching a tool box to the top step. Already had tool box. It seems like when I'm working on a step ladder I need someplace to store hammer, tape, screws, drill, impact. So it seemed logical to attach a tool box.

I was impressed with ladder I went back and bought another one. I figue I could put a walk board between ladders if I needed to work up high.

Janicholson · Jan 11, 2015

I like the fact that it literally prevents the use of the top flat area ((NOT-A-STEP)for standing or placing non-restrained tools. Safer!! Jim

cool hand · Jan 11, 2015

I'm afraid I stood on top of those way too many times when I worked as a carpenter on home construction jobs!

ejr-IA. · Jan 11, 2015

I also bought two of them liked the four rivets holding each step better than some others.

tim s · Jan 11, 2015

I'm gonna see if they have them around here, I have an aluminum 7ft. that needs tossed before I break my neck on it...

Geo-TH,In · Jan 11, 2015

That's what the boys at Menards pointed out. Keller just has one rivet on each side, costs more and has two angle braces on the two bottom steps. I'll take the 4 rivets and just one angle braces on bottom step. Can easily add another brace on second step if needed.

john in la · Jan 11, 2015

We put boxes on the top of our ladders also.
More for holding young children rather than tools.

ss55 · Jan 11, 2015

Menard's used to sell a very handy tool tray that slipped over the top step of their step ladders. I've had one for at least 15 years now. It's bright yellow with black removable dividers. It works well and is sturdy. I don't know if they still sell them.

jwal10 · Jan 12, 2015

Good idea. What is the little car (cart) behind the ladder? Picture? Thanks....James

Mike M · Jan 12, 2015

I bought a little giant a few years back. Expensive sure, but worth it ! Really feels stable and being able to configure it differently can help in odd places.

showcrop · Jan 12, 2015

I have a five foot fiberglass that I bought to get at the top of the hoist cylinder on my dump truck. I lowered the body on it once and broke one of the larger side beams right at the top, but it still works just fine.

wilson ind · Jan 12, 2015

like your new name

Geo-TH,In · Jan 12, 2015

I looked at yours and others, a name and location. So I'm not taking credit, just following other's lead.

Geo-TH,In · Jan 12, 2015

That's a 4010 kawasaki mule. I couldn't buy an cab, so I made one. It's nothing real fancy, but it nice to keep the wind and snow off me. By removing a few screws I can easily remove the doors and windows for summer use. Plan to leave the top on year around.

jwal10 · Jan 12, 2015

Thanks, looks like something I could use, just too much money. Still looking....James

Geo-TH,In · Jan 13, 2015

I bought new it at the end of 2012.The 2013 were out then. $7500 + $500 dealer prep + another $500 sales tax, + $100 title transfer.

It's both a toy and a tool. My kids, grand kids, and boss get more use of it than I. A little pricey, but worth it especially when I have a gravel pit with many trails, shooting range, fishing and the boss is planting flower beds there.

I'm glad I have it.

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