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Replacing Kwikee electric steps with manual steps
Hi All:    I've exhausted options trying to get my electric steps to work.   In trying to remove parts (motor, linkage, gear) I've failed and broken and stripped rusted bolts.     I started to remove the  assembly (4 bolts accessed inside door below rubber matting), before stopping.    My LD is in a rural part of Mexico, so, trouble shooting parts might lead to more frustration.

I plan to install a manual step and the factory has them for about $225+ or so.     I see steps online for less but the bolt pattern doesn't look right.

Just wondering if anyone has done this and if there's anything I need to know.      I don't have a model number for the steps.

The steps have worked flawlessly, otherwise, since I've had the coach ('02) but have had a manuel step in another MH and it was no problem for me.    Same amount of lubrication and general maintenance.     For me, a manual step is one less thing to take care of.

Any advice?     I'll just buy the step from LD if I don't find a better solution.

Thanks and happy trails.

2017 Newmar Canyon Star
2002 Lazy Daze MB
2005 Honda CRV Toad
 
Re: Replacing Kwikee electric steps with manual steps
Reply #1 –


Changing to a manual step shouldn't be difficult once the old step is removed.
Not sure the mounting bolt holes are exactly the same but at worse, you would need to drill a couple new holes for the mounting bolts.
Go for it.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
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