Entry steps

[Razorback]

I have been meaning to post this for anyone needing to replace the entry steps on their Avion. Elkhart Tool & Die in Elkhart, IN.

https://www.elkharttool.com/double_rv_steps.html



This looks identical to the ones on our 1987 34W. I will need to check the width of ours...
I have sent an email to them to see if they were the supplier for the original steps on our Avions.

[Nelsonpharmd]

Paul, I know this thread is a little old, but what about these? Heck, anyone on here - has anyone ever used entry steps like these? I hear they are very stout. They are installed very differently than normal steps. Seems like some modification to the entry door threshold would be necessary, but I like that they are rigid and just stow away easily.

https://www.etrailer.com/RV-and-Camper- ... 7NEALw_wcB

[Razorback]

Hi, Nelson. I have seen that style of entry step but have zero experience with them. I like the design, and wonder how well they might work with our Avions.

[leighlandon]

Hi Nelson,

Donald Jonas, who is on here somewhere has a similar style from morryde.

Check him out at lunaandtheseekers.com

[KYAvion]

I debated installing beefier steps, but I gave these a try and they actually work pretty well. I purchased two—one for each side of the bottom step.

https://www.amazon.com/Camco-Stabilizes ... 1564&psc=1

[Razorback]

Thank you for that suggestion..... I have been wondering about those same products.

Our steps are good and strong. The only time I even think about them is when I am toting my 2-gallon air compressor in or out of the trailer. Some more stability would be nice!

[Salty]

@Razorback Did you ever get an answer from the folks in your OP?

[Razorback]

@Salty Your question reminded me that I had not heard back from Elkhart Tool and Die...... so I called them.
I got an “I can’t verify” kind of answer. But looking at their products, knowing they have been around forever, and comparing them to the steps I have, I would bet they are the original manufacturer.

[Salty]

Or copied the design, either way, it works for us