I am considering switching my metal steps into the RV to aluminum ones. Has anyone done this? What is the process, and is it worth it?

Not sure if this is what you're considering but Big Truck Big RV did an install of the MORyde Step Above system recently and had a good video of it, seems simple enough.

I'm thinking about doing the same.

The change would be simple. They are most likely bolted to the floor or frame with 4 nuts and bolts. On our 'c' after unplugging the power to the electric step, I just removed the nuts in each corner of the step framework and out.Is it worth it? Maybe, an extra step, wider, more stable, I can't see a big weight saving because the main framework of the 'aluminum' steps are probably steel.Ken

We installed the aluminum Torklift steps. You need to order the correct width ones and they're a simple bolt-on swap. The advantage to them is that the bottom step sits directly on the ground which really cuts down the movement felt inside when someone is coming or going and they're a more stable feel when you walk on them. Also, they self-adjust for uneven ground when one side of the TT is on a site with slope to it.Only downside is that you can't flip them down in seconds like you can with the stand fold-down steel ones. Not a big deal, it's just different.Oh, and they look way sexier than black steel ones. :)

We have these steps on our new 5er. We love them, didn't install them, but just to add my 2 cents, it's terrible when it has been raining and is muddy. Have to spend a little extra time trying to dry them off as they will go into the coach when stowed. Only issue we have with them.

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Lantley
Nomad
Feb 24, 2018
mosseater wrote:
I have to admit, I have not given any thought to changing our steps. I fail to see the need, I'm perfectly happy with the steps we have. I mean, they're steps...

The typical RV steps bounce as you walk up or down them. Depending on your age, size, agility the movement of the steps can impact you ability to walk up and down the steps.
The newer aftermarket steps resolve this stability issue.
profdant139
Explorer II
Feb 24, 2018
I also have the Glowsteps Revolution. The trailer shakes a lot less when we go in and out.
myredracer
Explorer II
Feb 24, 2018
This is what the Glowsteps look like. They are very heavy duty and flex/move a lot less compared to the ordinary Lippert steel steps. Watch someone walk up and down the steel steps and you may surprised at how much they move. Doesn't matter how high or low the site is on the stair side of the site, they always extend out so you can even steps all the way up.

I wouldn't want the Mor/ryde steps like in 2nd photo. Lipper has entry steps with the treads made from aluminum. I doubt they are any advantage over their steel steps.
mosseater
Explorer II
Feb 24, 2018
I have to admit, I have not given any thought to changing our steps. I fail to see the need, I'm perfectly happy with the steps we have. I mean, they're steps...
PeteK-Hou
Explorer
Feb 24, 2018
PPL is having a sale on the MORryde steps for the next week...
Jackfate
Explorer
Feb 24, 2018
Another vote for Torklift’s revolution glow steps. Had them 2 years now , much safer than others. Only downside I see is cost. Aluminum doesn’t rust or need repainted. And as for bending I’d guess you never seen/ used these steps . In my application I went from 3 uneven spaced to 4 evenly spaced steps that are not graded as steep as the original steps
NanciL
Explorer II
Feb 24, 2018
Passin Thru wrote:
Aluminum will bend and break faster than steel. I do not find steps "SEXY," only functional. My Italian wife is Sexy! They will however, with proper care last a long time.

Which one ?
Your "sexy Italian wife" or the "steps"

Jack L
deltabravo
Nomad
Feb 24, 2018
sbergherr wrote:
We have these steps on our new 5er.

Which steps are "these" steps that you have?
Passin_Thru
Explorer
Feb 24, 2018
Aluminum will bend and break faster than steel. I do not find steps "SEXY," only functional. My Italian wife is Sexy! They will however, with proper care last a long time.
Halmfamily
Explorer
Feb 23, 2018
We have the Torklift Glowsteps as well and they are great.