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vj9130
Explorer
Oct 28, 2013

Adding steps to a Class C RV

I currently have a 2013 Coachman Leprechaun 319DS which is supposed to have the integrated "step" built into the body/frame of the vehicle. Although it is a bit lower than earlier models, it's still a bit of a reach for my wife with an arthritic hip to step up into the RV.
I was wondering if anyone ever added an additional step to their coach to make it easier to get in/out of? Not looking to add an electric step, just a manual 20-24" step and I haven't looked under the coach for bracing points, etc.
The coach is still under warranty and I don't want to run the risk of voiding that either.
Thank you in advance for any information or guidance.

Vern
Class C

5 Replies

  • Snowman9000's avatar
    Snowman9000
    Explorer
    Oct 29, 2013
    I can't think of any significant warranty issue you'd have from bolting a sliding step under the frame or body. Should not be a problem. I would think any good RV dealer could handle it.
  • super_camper's avatar
    super_camper
    Explorer
    Oct 29, 2013
    vj9130 wrote:
    I currently have a 2013 Coachman Leprechaun 319DS which is supposed to have the integrated "step" built into the body/frame of the vehicle. Although it is a bit lower than earlier models, it's still a bit of a reach for my wife with an arthritic hip to step up into the RV.
    I was wondering if anyone ever added an additional step to their coach to make it easier to get in/out of? Not looking to add an electric step, just a manual 20-24" step and I haven't looked under the coach for bracing points, etc.
    The coach is still under warranty and I don't want to run the risk of voiding that either.
    Thank you in advance for any information or guidance.

    Vern

    I would go back to your dealer and to Coachmen to find out what happened here. The documentation on the website includes a feature "Integrated Drop-Down Entry Step" and it doesn't sound like you have that on your RV. With the position of the door I can understand the step being too high based on the ride height of the chassis.
  • vj9130's avatar
    vj9130
    Explorer
    Oct 28, 2013
    Bobbo and others, I thank you kindly for the quick replies. I probably should have stated that I did buy a couple at Walmart; they had them over in hardware for $10 each. They are working fine for now, but I was looking into a more "permanent solution. Come to think of it, this may be the best option without drilling holes or voiding MFG's warranties. Thanks again!!
  • ron_dittmer's avatar
    ron_dittmer
    Explorer III
    Oct 28, 2013
    We have one for use inside our RV shower. If it is too tall, with a little research it looks like it could be cut on a table saw to your wife's optimal height. Just make sure there is no metal rod inside the hinges.

    We bought ours at Bed Bath & Beyond for $10.
  • Bobbo's avatar
    Bobbo
    Explorer III
    Oct 28, 2013
    How about a folding step stool until you can figure something permanent out? Even after a permanent installation, this step is very useful. We have 2 of them.

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