SMB Step

[larrie]

We use a homemade wooden box that is about 23x15x6 as a step. It has a hinged lid and holds the carpet we lay in front of the barn doors as well as a tarp and few other items. We have tried other steps including the one from HD. It did not hold up. We like this one because it adds some storage space and provides a large landing area when stepping out of the van. Our dog appreciates it to. When we are on the road it sits by the barn doors. Our dog stands on it to get a better view out the windows.

[86Scotty]

Originally Posted by shenrie

This is what Claude has....

Yep, thanks Shenrie.

He mounted it on a sliding bar for use at either door and his van is to high it folds up under the van and doesn't impede clearance.

[shenrie]

ya, really cool setup. hes a smart cookie. might have to steal his idea someday.



heres a pic of ours since I'm on a regular computer today.

[Pritikin]

Originally Posted by shenrie

heres a pic of ours since I'm on a regular computer today.
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Can somebody show how this is attached to the van?

fyi - i like the simple wooden box idea too.

[Nrobert10]

I am following also!

I currently use a wooden box open on the bottom that holds the BBQ and stove when not used as step. I don’t like how much room it takes up. I looked at all the plastic step stools and all seem unstable especially on unlevel ground.

[shenrie]

Originally Posted by Pritikin

Can somebody show how this is attached to the van?

i didn't get hardware buying the step used so i use a rubber strap, but they come with small bracket(s) that would attach to side of van. there is a handle looking piece that pivots across the top that would slide into these brackets. it pivots to match angle of whatever it is attached to. so the brackets could be easily mounted on the angle of the rocker and still function properly.



more pix here: https://www.etrailer.com/comparison....=AS03&pc2=SS04

[JackTuppVan]

Originally Posted by 86Scotty

Viva La Vida (Pschitt's wicked van) has the best solution I've seen. I can't easily link it from here since it's buried deep in his build thread somewhere but if you have a few hours read through his thread. It's much better than whatever is on TV.

http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/for...sel-16515.html

Wheels, Tires, & Suspension

[Twoxentrix]

My Wife has had both knee's replaced so the right step was important to us as well.
We had 3 criteria a candidate had to meet:
1. Strong & folds up compact
2.Sturdy & Relatively large platform (comes in handy especially at night, and will not tip easily)
3. needed adjustable legs ( to often the ground is not even, so this allows us to maintain a pretty level footprint)
It took us a while to locate something that met all lour criteria:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Admittedly they are more expensive than most, but fit all our requirements.

We also use it as the platform to stand on with the outdoor shower.

Side note: Larrie, Have to say I really like the storage step idea!

[Pschitt]

Originally Posted by JackTuppVan

http://www.sportsmobileforum.com/for...sel-16515.html

Wheels, Tires, & Suspension

Thanks Jack !

[illking]

Originally Posted by simplesez

After breaking two of those "super strong" plastic folding steps I got this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Product...3FERW1E9WJJD1X

I'm not a heavy guy at all but those plastic steps can't handle winter usage, motorcycle boots, and uneven surfaces. I'm sure they are great around the house for wifey or at a smooth grass RV camp but out in the woods they are about as useful as a screen door on a submarine.

I second this. Solid step and packs flat enough