Scissor Step Problem

This worked good for us

69 Avion wrote:
The TorkLift steps with the double arms make a world of difference when it comes to the strength of the steps. Also, the thin stainless steel washers that they use keep everything from binding.

There's no way I can know how strong or sturdy the previous steps were when new. None the less, the TorkLift steps are very sturdy and sag very little with 200# in the middle of the 6-step model.

bka0721 wrote:
If Bushings are still an issue, Lowes has bushings, by the bushel. Well, maybe not by the bushel, but pretty good quantity and can have more sent in from other stores.

In the hardware section, look for the aisle that has all the horizontal drawers. There is a section that has bushings in nylon, steel, aluminum and brass.

Be careful on those long steps. Do get the handle assist. If not for you, any others that might come visiting.

b

Bushings are no longer an issue. Actually, I'd purchased a supply of bushings, washers and fasteners to repair the original ladder before we went with the new TorkLift.

While I understand your safety concerns, we subscribe to the theory that the best safety device is operator diligence. Besides, truck campers are poorly suited to entertaining visitors, especially when there's 3 dogs on board. And our experience is that 99% of the visiting done when RVing is done outside. Lastly, we bought the Bigfoot to travel to some very remote places where we need to be 100% self-sufficient- anything not absolutely necessary doesn't go.

If Bushings are still an issue, Lowes has bushings, by the bushel. Well, maybe not by the bushel, but pretty good quantity and can have more sent in from other stores.

In the hardware section, look for the aisle that has all the horizontal drawers. There is a section that has bushings in nylon, steel, aluminum and brass.

Be careful on those long steps. Do get the handle assist. If not for you, any others that might come visiting.

b

The TorkLift steps with the double arms make a world of difference when it comes to the strength of the steps. Also, the thin stainless steel washers that they use keep everything from binding.

jefe 4x4 wrote:
I use the Torq lift glow steps too. But mine are only 4 step NOT SIX STEPS! I"ve never seen a 6 step set. I thought my no-basement Dodge bed was high. You have changed my paradigm on how high high is. Your old steps acted like a long suspension bridge to get from A to B.
Anyway, congrats on a smooth ending to your steps.
regards, as always, jefe

Yeah, it's a long way up there - 49" to be exact. We thought our collie would refuse to climb them 'cause she's that way about steps she can see through, but she didn't hesitate.

I have a friend that has an identical truck that tows an identical 5th wheel, except his is a 3rd Generation. His is 3" lower and tows his trailer level; my trailer tows nose up.

I use the Torq lift glow steps too. But mine are only 4 step NOT SIX STEPS! I"ve never seen a 6 step set. I thought my no-basement Dodge bed was high. You have changed my paradigm on how high high is. Your old steps acted like a long suspension bridge to get from A to B.
Anyway, congrats on a smooth ending to your steps.
regards, as always, jefe

SteveRankin wrote:
Thanks to Jay & Jennifer at TorkLift, the new 'Glow Steps' arrived this afternoon to replace the very tired steps that were the topic of this thread. The Glow Steps are perfect - rock solid steady and level.




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Now get the tork lift hand rail that attaches to the camper & steps You'll be glad you did for added saftey.

Thanks to Jay & Jennifer at TorkLift, the new 'Glow Steps' arrived this afternoon to replace the very tired steps that were the topic of this thread. The Glow Steps are perfect - rock solid steady and level.




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I would also suggest removing one step to see if that makes any difference. I know it helped on my Bigfoot and it is on a very tall 1 ton Chevrolet. I also noticed that those steps are much narrower than mine. I think they are not the original steps as most are the same width as the entry door, and narrower would mean much less stability in the steps themselves and way harder to use. If it is not the camera making the steps appear narrower I would spring for new steps.

Bedlam wrote:
Just to throw out a recycled idea: Attach the deck to the rear bumper mounts instead of the TC since it is not needed when the TC is on the ground.

I use an extension bumper with my camper and I attached the scissor steps to it. I would rather have the strain on the extension bumper instead of the camper.