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Explorer

May 13, 2020

TorkLift Glow Step Resolution Install

Purchased Torklift's Glow Step Revolution for the RV and we installed them yesterday. Purchased part #A8004 from eTrailer for $641.99. Shipping was only about three days, they were well packaged and arrived safely. From start to finish, taking our time, the DW and I did it in about 2.5 hours. First we remove the old steps. Pretty straight forward. 4-9/16" nuts on carriage bolts. Had to sawzall one bolt out because it was cross threaded during install! After old step removal there are two plates with holes in the 27 3/4" apart attached to the RV that the new steps attach to. We put them in & out of position a couple times to make sure of fit. Our opening is 27 3/4". The steps are 27 1/2". So, we needed to take up 1/8" on each side with a spacer washer we supplied. (I think there is a spacer kit Torklift sells, if you know you need it) We also substituted there 3/4" bolts with 1 1/2" bolts because the 3/4" bolts, after installing 2 flat washers, 1 lock washer and the nut, they were too short. Easy install, sturdy and we think they will be a good addition.

ACZL
Explorer
May 14, 2020
This brand of step is on our radar as well. Many positive reviews and I like how they can either be a step or ladder type (if in close quarters such as inside storage).
Cummins12V98
Explorer III
May 13, 2020
"IF" I were to buy any aftermarket step it would be the Glow step!!! They contacted me and asked if I would test them. I said thanks but I was happy with my steps and felt someone else would benefit.

I crushed my VERY solid Elkhart Industries steps and replaced with the same but with aluminum steps. I am at 200# and standing on the bottom step it drops only 1/2".

I used my Motorcycle jack to help with installation!
Lwiddis
Explorer II
May 13, 2020
Interesting and informative. TY
BugsRLB
Explorer
May 13, 2020
We did our homework and read the pros & cons of different type steps. Yes, they are expensive, but we think they will best suit our needs.
RSerendipity
Explorer
May 13, 2020
Thanks for the great writeup & pics. Wife & I are looking to replace the steps on our Durango and are seriously contemplating the TorkLift steps. I have heard many good reviews.