Save a step

[maneddi]

We stay parked for long periods of time and I'm looking for a way to take the give out of the steps when we go in and out of the coach. Does anyone use the save a step brace and if so do you use one in the middle of the bottom step or two, one to each side of the bottom step? How has it worked out for you?

[cc8375]

When we are set up for a long period or the Grandkids are with us, I use the step saver. I place it in the middle. I carry a couple of small 1x3 to use if needed, depending on the ground, levelness and the height.

[JFXG]

I place my brace a bit to the rear of center. Based on door swing and the way we exit, that's about where we step.

[wa8yxm]

I use one however.... MY JACKS DO NOT WORK so there is no danger of a jack failing and lowering the steps to the ground.....

(I level with planks.. The jacks then help stabilize,but they will not lift more than what I do when I shove the step saver under)

Works well.

NOTE:this same logic (What happens if a jack fails) Applies to slide out supports....and....I have seen the answer (Thankfully NOT my Rig)

[Dutch Star Don]

You can buy one of the new self leveling steps that Newmar is installing as an option....they're only about $1300.00.

[RV4Me4Life]

Originally Posted by maneddi

We stay parked for long periods of time and I'm looking for a way to take the give out of the steps when we go in and out of the coach. Does anyone use the save a step brace and if so do you use one in the middle of the bottom step or two, one to each side of the bottom step? How has it worked out for you?

Hello "maneddi"

I have been using a far less expensive method for stabilizing our entry steps since 2011 which really works. My DW and I appreciate the stability of steps using this device. I recommend that you use two of them either vertically or horizontally in each corner of your lowest step depending upon the distance between that step and the ground. Adjustments are easy to make. I hope this helps.

[waltdews]

Here is another option. We have one frequent guest who is quite heavy. I cringe when I see the strain on the steps. When we are in our primary spot of extended periods I use a fiberglass dock step I purchased from West Marine. I retract the steps and then pull the fuse so I know they can't come out, then place the setp in front of the door. The step is just the right size and very stable. When we hit the road I just stow the step and reinsert the fuse.

[RV4Me4Life]

Hello "waltdews",

The stabilizer is rated for 1000 pounds. If you use one in each corner of the step this should cover up to 2000 pounds. I hope your friend is lighter than that! 😱

[Sky_Boss]

The only concern I have for these kinds of devices is if the jacks fail or very slowly let down a bit. If that was to happen the damage to the steps could be real fun to fix.

It hasn't happened to me but...

[RV4Me4Life]

Originally Posted by Sky_Boss

The only concern I have for these kinds of devices is if the jacks fail or very slowly let down a bit. If that was to happen the damage to the steps could be real fun to fix.

It hasn't happened to me but...

Hello "Sky_Boss",

This stabilizer IS NOT A "JACK" as you have assumed. In order to raise or lower the stabilizer one must twist or screw one end clockwise or counterclockwise. Therefore this negates your concerns that it may fail due to "slowly [letting] down a bit." If anyone orders it from Amazon and finds that it dose not work as advertised, it can always be returned. This one is rated for 5000 pounds which can be used for other purposes. This is the last I will say about it, because it has never failed since my 2011 purchase. As a way of disclaimer, I have no financial interest in this product.

[PanJH]

Originally Posted by ;2479915

Hello "Sky_Boss",

This stabilizer IS NOT A "JACK" as you have assumed. In order to raise or lower the stabilizer one must twist or screw one end clockwise or counterclockwise. Therefore this negates your concerns that it may fail due to "slowly [letting] down a bit." If anyone orders it from Amazon and finds that it dose not work as advertised, it can always be returned. This one is rated for 5000 pounds which can be used for other purposes. This is the last I will say about it, because it has never failed since my 2011 purchase. As a way of disclaimer, I have no financial interest in this product.
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RV4Me4Life-- I think the concern is that if the jacks on the coach should lower/settle, the weight of the coach is put on the steps and the stabilizer, the steps will likely loose that battle.

[Sky_Boss]

Originally Posted by PanJH

RV4Me4Life-- I think the concern is that if the jacks on the coach should lower/settle, the weight of the coach is put on the steps and the stabilizer, the steps will likely loose that battle.

Yep...that was what I was trying to say.

[RV4Me4Life]

Originally Posted by PanJH

RV4Me4Life-- I think the concern is that if the jacks on the coach should lower/settle, the weight of the coach is put on the steps and the stabilizer, the steps will likely loose that battle.

Hello "PanJH"

Your "concern is that is the jack on the coach should lower/settle, the weight of the coach"... This is unfounded.
The JACK IS NOT ON THE COACH. The photograph below explains my point. You could put a brick, or a wood block, or use the stabilizer or something else. Somebody out there in iRV2 land probably understands what I'm expressing once they see the photo below. Now I am really finished with this thread. My case rests!

[mhudson]

If the step saver is placed under the entry step and the motorhome "leveling jack or jacks" fail or retract, then the motorhome will settle and the "step saver" under the entry step will not allow the entry step to settle along with the motorhome. I had this happen with our old HR. the step was not real sturdy and I had placed a block under the step for support. I retracted the jacks for some reason MH dropped about 4 inches, steps didn't and ruined the steps. It was an expensive lesson.