laknox
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Has anyone done this? I can't find any threads on rv.net about this. I was given a brand new set of Glowstep Revolution steps to install on my older FW, but would gladly take them with me if they'll fit my next FW. Personally, the ONLY good thing about the stupid solid steps is the stability, and the Revolution, among other folding steps, can give you the same without the cons of the stupid solid steps.
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The torklifts are stable if the feet are adjusted properly. Unlike the other folding steps, these don't dump trash into the interior when folded.
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I've no experience with the solid steps, but if that is what you have, you likely don't have a frame attached cage to attach the folding steps to? I'm thinking you may also need to trim panel under the door for fitment.
I would not want the solid steps either.
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Samsonsworld
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Can't get my solid steps open in storage. Thanks for the question.
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Do you have a slot for fold outs?
I have a 2 door TT and love my solid steps. If I had a 1 door 5er then now way would I go SS.
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Lantley
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Not sure which Glow Steps you have. But they do make a set to replace uprising solid steps. You need to make sure you have the correct type for your application
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Lantley wrote: But they do make a set to replace uprising solid steps.
You've got two products mixed in that sentence. "Uprising" steps are a version of the Glow Steps from Torklift. Torklift Steps
Solid steps are a different brand.
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deltabravo wrote:Lantley wrote: But they do make a set to replace uprising solid steps.
You've got two products mixed in that sentence. "Uprising" steps are a version of the Glow Steps from Torklift. Torklift Steps
Solid steps are a different brand.
My comments are not brand specific.
Uprising steps to refer to steps that rise up into trailer for storage vs. folding steps that fold down beneath trailer for storage.
Glowsteps by Torxlift are available in both configurations.
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Sorry, I wasn't clear. My '17 KZ has old-style folding steps and I was gifted a set of the Glowstep Revolutions to replace them. We're thinking of upgrading FWs in the next 1-2 years, and I was wondering if anyone has swapped the stupid solid steps out for the old-style folding steps. That's one of my biggest pet peeves about the newer RVs and, IMO, it was totally unresearched by manufacturers to see if =actual RVers= would find them desirable. Again, IMO, LCI and MorRyde started literally giving these things to the manufacturers to promote them in the first couple of years, hence the explosive widespread use of them by all manufacturers. Now, if they'd make them OPTIONAL, I think you'd see how few people really like them.
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laknox wrote:Sorry, I wasn't clear. My '17 KZ has old-style folding steps and I was gifted a set of the Glowstep Revolutions to replace them. We're thinking of upgrading FWs in the next 1-2 years, and I was wondering if anyone has swapped the stupid solid steps out for the old-style folding steps. That's one of my biggest pet peeves about the newer RVs and, IMO, it was totally unresearched by manufacturers to see if =actual RVers= would find them desirable. Again, IMO, LCI and MorRyde started literally giving these things to the manufacturers to promote them in the first couple of years, hence the explosive widespread use of them by all manufacturers. Now, if they'd make them OPTIONAL, I think you'd see how few people really like them.
Lyle
Almost all newer fifth-wheels have the steps that lift up into the door for storage. If the set of glowsteps you have is made for under door storage, they will not be compatible with most newer trailers.
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