As requested, update on install of the GSR steps and first impressions.
Short of it? As advertised. Sturdy. Twenty to 30 minutes to install (if modifications are not needed or wanted) with limited mechanical aptitude required! I used a floor jack and piece of lumber to support the old steps, four carriage bolts out, eased them down.
Installation
video shows and the enclosed instructions recommend removing the GSR steps from the frame. Easy 2-bolt process, highly recommended. Frame was a tight fit between the brackets, allowing me to get the frame into place and then insert bolts without assistance. Had I stopped here, I would have been finished in less than 30 minutes.
The brackets on my trailer extended down over the heads of the bolts that secure the pivot for the elevation control arms. I considered cutting the brackets, opted to drill a hole to minimize pressure on GSR frame or the trailer's brackets, but these will also allow me to service or adjust the bolts if needed in the future. Pictures in the link below show an initial 1/2" hole, that I opened to 1 1/4". Based on what I learned doing this once, should I have the opportunity to do this on another trailer, I'll get the holes a bit better centered! Good enough, serves the purpose.
Not a complaint of the product, just reality of the nature of it, is that there can become a gap between the frame of the door and the back of the top step. While not an issue for most, it is something to watch for, especially with little kids and dogs. I will likely fashion my own "pet barriers" to mitigate the risk.
Was it worth the cost? Every penny. Hope this has helped to add to the body of knowledge and experience with the GSR steps.
Before and after photos
