"Robert11" wrote in message
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Hello:

Have the problem of transporting a typical 20 ft. Werner extension ladder.

Only have a car (Buick LeSabre) and it's probably a bit much to just hang
out of the trunk.

I can try the ski carriers that I still have from years ago and see if
they
will
fit on the Buick, but was wondering if anyone has any other clever ideas
on what to do ?

I remember they used to make heavy foam blocks to place on a canoes
gunwales, so the canoe
copuld easily be carried upside down on the roof of a car without maring
the
paint (tied down, of course).

Is there anything like this available for carrying a ladder, perhaps ?

Any other thoughts on ?


In addition to what others have said, use ropes at both ends of the
car to the ladder. A rope from the left side of the car to the right
side of the ladder, and vise-versa, will help keep the ladder from
swinging on the car. When it is properly tied, you should not be able
to move either end up/down or right/left. Many cars have lifting loops
under the bumper which would be good to tie to.

Bob