How to make a ramp for your van cheap

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  • @williamgardner2739
    @williamgardner2739 Před rokem +4

    I made a ramp very similar to Lenny`s, but I used folding ladders. I cut them to required length leaving the hinge intact. Then I fitted the two wooden boards, now I can fold it saving some space. I use mine for my mobility scooter, attach the ramp to my vehicle with two detachable hinges, and now I can take my scooter anywhere.

  • @nathanking2484
    @nathanking2484 Před rokem +2

    Great job! dandy and cheap :)

  • @valbabcock9754
    @valbabcock9754 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you. This is really going to make a difference for our family!❤

  • @dirtbiker651
    @dirtbiker651 Před 4 lety +8

    Genius! Love it, cheap and easy, just like me! LOL, thanks boss!

  • @dawsonl
    @dawsonl Před 8 měsíci +1

    Brilliant simple solution. Thanks man!

  • @Harris4465
    @Harris4465 Před 3 lety +10

    I am good at Making stuff out of junk but the ladder as a ramp never crossed mind. A+

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety +2

      Yeah it was just a piece of junk I had laying around thank you for commenting

    • @karenosullivan5685
      @karenosullivan5685 Před 9 měsíci

      I use bed frames they are light and very strong.

  • @bobbrown5726
    @bobbrown5726 Před 2 lety +3

    Totally AWESOME!!!!!!!!

  • @petermapp5988
    @petermapp5988 Před 2 lety +4

    I need this ! I have a 3 ton truck and when i have to lift my 4000 psi powerwasher on the flat bed !....my back reminds me..get one of this...QUICK. !

  • @MrFlashman10
    @MrFlashman10 Před 4 lety +3

    Well done!

  • @robvarley3091
    @robvarley3091 Před 2 lety +2

    That was awesome

  • @federicoiriart1294
    @federicoiriart1294 Před 3 lety +2

    So good 👌👌👌

  • @jacksprat3139
    @jacksprat3139 Před 5 lety +8

    Good project. I guess you could attach two fold up legs in the middle of the ladder that reaches the ground, which would take twice the current weight. (from say 2 - 400lb. Could then take a quarter ton bike and rider.

    • @ndreyah1160
      @ndreyah1160 Před rokem +1

      Like landing gear for a trailer. Nice

  • @timrader1260
    @timrader1260 Před rokem +2

    Freakin Dandie ! Cheap ! 😂 Hell yea 👍 !

  • @WholeFoodPlantPeople
    @WholeFoodPlantPeople Před 3 měsíci

    "here i got this Piece of Crap 16' ladder" LOL

  • @WholeFoodPlantPeople
    @WholeFoodPlantPeople Před 3 měsíci

    gave me some good ideas, thanks

  • @truesimplicity
    @truesimplicity Před 3 lety +4

    I guess New York has hillbillies also... Next time use a couple 2x4s under your 3/4 ply for support, much less effort (no grinding required) and actually cheaper than wasting a ladder. In all seriousness a great effort and show of resolve. Thanks for the video.

  • @petermapp5988
    @petermapp5988 Před 2 lety +2

    Cheap...and effective !

  • @francesevans9003
    @francesevans9003 Před 6 měsíci

    wondering if this idea would work for a 3 to 4 foot ramp for my side sliding door on my chevy mini van I have been using 2 different size step stools and it is taxing my knees my hips and back getting in, and getting out is the worst. I can easy store the ramp on top of my bed or on the wall side bed when not in use Thoughts anyone!

  • @jacksprat3139
    @jacksprat3139 Před 5 lety +5

    A great idea...might take up to 200lb easy...

  • @danielgw1964
    @danielgw1964 Před 6 lety +12

    friggin dandy cheep

  • @GannyAngie
    @GannyAngie Před 3 lety +1

    What screws did you use on ratchet strap and on the ladder, and how did you screw it through the ladder?

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 3 lety +1

      Self-tapping screws the length depends on the thickness of your plywood

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 3 lety +1

      I used self-tappers on the ratchet strap too

    • @GannyAngie
      @GannyAngie Před 3 lety +1

      @@TheRiplb Thank you

  • @lindawilliams7519
    @lindawilliams7519 Před 6 lety +7

    The end is the dandies part of this video!!! Lol

  • @frazzledfishing7042
    @frazzledfishing7042 Před 2 lety +2

    Great idea, but with all the scrappers out there it'll be hard to find a half a ladder. I'm also cheap so buying one doesn't work.

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety +1

      You can use anything to support it

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety +1

      I just had that laying around I'm a painter

  • @nwfrv
    @nwfrv Před 2 lety +1

    Hi I’m trying to make one of these for my brother and i was concerned about the wood material and its dimensions, can you guide me about your ramp wood type and dimensions mr lenny

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety

      I believe it's 3/4 plywood 8 ft long 3 ft wide it's been a while

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety

      I believe it's 3/4 plywood 8 ft long 3 ft wide it's been a while

  • @Goghvangoghandme
    @Goghvangoghandme Před 5 lety +1

    How long is the ply? 6’?

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 5 lety

      I can't quite remember exactly 8' I believe I only used it once.Worked great.

  • @evangelinagb1792
    @evangelinagb1792 Před 2 lety +1

    my question is how to fasten the wood to the car well because it would be to get on a disabled person and I can't see it in the video

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 2 lety

      Well pretty much I made that for a lawn mower or a snowblower 👍

  • @marthaleone584
    @marthaleone584 Před 2 lety +2

    😁👋👋👋

  • @VictorVictor-hq7ui
    @VictorVictor-hq7ui Před 5 lety +2

    That was rough as fuck.
    Oh and wear goggles when grinding.

  • @jacksprat3139
    @jacksprat3139 Před 5 lety +2

    Wonder what weight if can take

    • @TheRiplb
      @TheRiplb  Před 5 lety +1

      My welder is heavy probably 170 lbs it handle it with no problem

    • @mannyechaluce3814
      @mannyechaluce3814 Před 3 lety

      Cheeeep

    • @Bass.Player
      @Bass.Player Před 3 lety

      It looks like it's 3/4" plywood so it's going to be heavy...

  • @zadtrax
    @zadtrax Před rokem +1

    A ladder might stop the bow, but now your ramp is a lot more heavy and takes up a lot more thickness when it comes to trying to store it and take it with you in the van. And you can’t fold it or collapse it to make it more portable.