Best tool to reach roof of pickup trucks

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My buddy wants something to help him with washing the roof of his truck. he doesn't like standing on the rocker and hanging on with one arm while reaching out with a sponge in the other...suggestions....preferrably something available right here at AG!
 
For the fleet of F-250's I maintain, a boars hair brush and expandable handle is what I use. Brush was from AG (love it) and the handle was previously my painters pole. Just don't forget to pre-soak the brush.
 
bmrisko said:
I use a Werner portable work platform. You can usually find them for $20 during major holiday sales at Lowes or Home Depot.

Shop Werner Aluminum Portable Work Platform at Lowes.com
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+1. This is the best. Also Makes a great bench and tool rest. Plus it folds up.

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I also got the boars hair brush with retractable handle

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But, I haven't had a chance to try it yet. Should make washing an SUV a breeze. Less bending and it fits in a 5 gallon bucket, so you can clean it with your grit guard.
 
There are several options but I chose this one.


Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Xtend & Climb IMAC Mini Scaffold Step Ladder


I am pleased with it after using it for 3-4 months. It is sturdy for my 200 lb weight. If I had the storage space available I could see liking a unit sized for the length of the cab that way I do not have to get off and move it. Of course, my truck is a crew cab so it is bigger than some.

Good luck!
 
I've never used anything but a ladder or worked from the truck bed :dblthumb2:
 
2-step or 3-step ladder. not too bulky to carry around the vehicle
 
Absolutely the best tool I have used for reaching rooftops. Very sturdy and lightweight. When not standing on it, it holds my buckets/supplies so I don't have to bend over as much. You can't go wrong with the Werner work platform!


Ezriderga
 
Thanks for the feedback. I'll tell him to get a Montana brush and work platform.
 
You could always learn to use stilts. You'd probably be the most badass car washer in your area then :righton:

On a more serious note make sure to use a good foaming shampoo. The first time I used the Montana brush I cheaped out and used some 3 yo 3m car wash soap. Some areas were left marred.
 
The most obvious answers are the ones that usually evade us. A pickup has a built in platform. The bed. Climb back there and wash to your hearts content.

Don
 
Dadillac said:
The most obvious answers are the ones that usually evade us. A pickup has a built in platform. The bed. Climb back there and wash to your hearts content.

Don
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Great for a standard pick up but not a crew cab and getting in and out of a 3/4 ton or larger 4x4 wears ya out. :xyxthumbs:
 
are the boars hair brushes soft enough for use on paint? i mean ive heard t use them on wheels and wells, but im nervous about paint...
 
This is the one I use. MB-103 Just get in the habit of pre-soaking it before use and making sure to rinse it out after use and air dry. It was recommended to me by a high end detailer friend of mine and after watching him use it on a Audi R8 I was convinced. i have no regrets with this purchase and will buy another when needed.
 
I just got my boars hair brush and havent used it yet. Its pretty soft, If cleaned on a grit guard I cant imagine it scratching paint. People have used boars hair brushes for a while, Ive never seen anyone say they scratch
 
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