rickeieio Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 The outdoor steps on our rig are a bit light duty. I believe they're rated for 250#, which is well under what I apply during ingress and egress. (I'm not fat, just short for my weight.) They're starting to noticeably flex, which can't be a good sign. We're putting a block under the bottom step, but that's only a bandaid. So, who makes a study step assembly, possibly even incorporating a small porch? A handrail would be nice too. Yes, I could just order a Spacecraft and have all this included, but that's a stretch for a part timer. I've done some searching, and haven't found anything I like. Surely there's something out there. I may need to just build my own. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Greg Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Ww have been using the Port A Step for two years and like them (I weigh 350), some of our friends also have a set. https://www.rv-co.com/index.html Greg Other possibilities:http://www.sunrisedecks.com/ MORryde makes attached and removable steps: http://www.morryde.com/product-category/12-steps Greg & Judy Bahnmiller Class of 2007 2014 F350 2007 HitchHiker Champagne Both sold 2/19, settled in Foley, AL after 12 years on the road http://bahnmilleradventure.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Heiser Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Big Greg beat me to it. I was going to post the RV-co link that he put in his post. 2000 Kenworth T2000 w/ Cummins N14 and autoshift 2017 DRV Mobile Suite 40KSSB4 with factory mods, dealer mods and personal mods - now in the RV graveyard 2022 DRV Full House MX450 with customized floor plan 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo S (fits in the garage) 2016 Smart Car (fits in the garage or gets flat towed behind the DRV when the RZR is in the garage)My First Solar Install ThreadMy Second Solar Install Thread & Photos and Documents Related to the buildMy MX450's solar, battery and inverter system - my biggest system yet! chadheiser.com West Coast HDT Rally Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Stop by our RV and see what I did on ours. Simple and effective . Our steps are fairly well built. But I wanted to make sure they would last and not have that spring effect. Safe Travels,. Vern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Thanks all. I should have mentioned, I would like it to stow within the original recess where the steps now store. I might be asking too much. Without looking at Vern's steps, I think the Mor-Ryde comes closest to what I want. One down side to those is the fact that when you stow them, any water or dirt falls inside. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat & Pete Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 1 hour ago, Wrknrvr said: Stop by our RV and see what I did on ours. Simple and effective . Our steps are fairly well built. But I wanted to make sure they would last and not have that spring effect. Safe Travels,. Vern Maybe post a pic or two of your set up . I suppose it's possible that a few other folks might be interested in seeing your set up . Goes around , comes around . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rover Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 We replaced our steps with the Torklift Revolution Glow Steps. We love them. Very sturdy, come all the way down to the ground, are adjustable for different heights and uneven terrain and install right in place of your current 5W steps. We later purchased and installed the handrail that they make. It runs the entire length of the steps and is removable for travel. We are not currently at the RV so I can’t post a picture but we purchased ours from etrailer.com/Glowsteps They have several different options with anywhere from 3 to 6 steps and support up to 350 pounds. We highly recommend them and Mark installed them himself 2 years ago. Even with fulltime use, still working great! Vicki Vicki, Mark and Sadie Fulltime and having fun! 2016 Newmar Ventana LE 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Glad this was posted DW needs a handrail. She and my steps don't get along well. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpsinc Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Having the steps with a landing and handrail is 1 of the reasons why I bought a Newmar Kountry Aire. Has that instead of typical 3 steps that fold out. Marcel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Heiser Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 If I ever have a need to replace our steps, I will replace them with the Torklift glow steps. I like the fact they stow in the original factory location, have feet on the ground and offer a handrail option. 2000 Kenworth T2000 w/ Cummins N14 and autoshift 2017 DRV Mobile Suite 40KSSB4 with factory mods, dealer mods and personal mods - now in the RV graveyard 2022 DRV Full House MX450 with customized floor plan 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo S (fits in the garage) 2016 Smart Car (fits in the garage or gets flat towed behind the DRV when the RZR is in the garage)My First Solar Install ThreadMy Second Solar Install Thread & Photos and Documents Related to the buildMy MX450's solar, battery and inverter system - my biggest system yet! chadheiser.com West Coast HDT Rally Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 I cannot post pictures from my iPad mini. Just put a 1/2" turnbuckle on the second step for support. They are adjustable. Rick may post pictures in day or so. Sorry that I cannot post pictures,. Vern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remoandiris Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 4 hours ago, rickeieio said: Thanks all. I should have mentioned, I would like it to stow within the original recess where the steps now store. I might be asking too much. Torklift Revolution glowsteps fit in the OEM recess and can have a handrail added. There are a few different brands that have a small "patio" option. I have seen folks who mentioned they put that patio piece in the bed of their truck and get everything installed in a few minutes. Available at etrailer.com https://www.etrailer.com/RV-and-Camper-Steps/TorkLift/TLA7833.html?msclkid=1faf63324d7d1397aabe39bac5b10273&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shop - RV and Camper Steps&utm_term=4577747943576354&utm_content=General Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 I'm leaning towards the Glowsteps. No dirt and slop going inside when you stow them. Vern's idea is pretty slick. If I weighed 100# less I'd do that, but our base mount is flexing besides the scissors bowing. If I knew how, I'd run up to Vern's and grab a picture and post it. I may give it a try. I wish Newmar would have offered the better steps they put on the "Aire" series. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Okay, that worked. I'll be back.......... KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Rick, move your head !! I can't read the sign. MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 I don't remember that much head either. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Whatta couple of clowns... That's Engineer Pass in Colorado, and my darling bride is the one with the normal eyebrows. After testing whether I could post a pic from this device, I walked up to Vern's and took a picture of his step modification. When I tried it post it, I got a message that the picture was too large. Huh? Stupid devices...... Anyway, his modification is the addition of a turnbuckle which is used as an adjustable leg from the middle step to the ground. Very simple. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Doubt I could do it again....... Vern's most excellent crutch for wounded steps. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat & Pete Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 1 hour ago, rickeieio said: Doubt I could do it again....... Vern's most excellent crutch for wounded steps. Looks like ya did a pretty good job from here . Thanks for that^ . Goes around , comes around . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fhkw9DPJ8V1g Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 We considered the Morryde steps but we ended up installing the Torklift Glowstep as well. We are super pleased with them. Here's a picture. Our installation was a bit more involved since we had a solid box welded in place for the original diving board stairs. I just had to drill four new holes and buy some longer carriage bolts. After that it was a snap. I was able to re,move the old and install the new without assistance. I used a camp chair to "catch" the old stairs as they were removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike S. Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 This is such a useful topic! Thanks for all the ideas and links! Yes, I lurk a lot! Mike & Ann with Bourbon 2008 RAM 2500 HD / 2003 Newmar American Star SERENITY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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