Lend-a-Hand Extra Large Folding Grab Handle for RVs - Black with Black Foam Grip - Aluminum
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Lend-a-Hand Extra Large Folding Grab Handle for RVs - Black with Black Foam Grip - Aluminum
Item # AM-533
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Stromberg Carlson Accessories and Parts - AM-533
- RV Steps
- Grab Handles and Handrails
- Folding Handrail
- Stromberg Carlson
- 25-1/2 Inch Long
- Aluminum
37" x 25-1/2" Rail offers stability and convenience as you climb into and out of your RV. Rail securely locks in place while in use and locks in stowed position alongside RV when not in use. Black powder coated aluminum resists corrosion.
Features:
- Extra-large foldout rail makes entering and exiting your RV safer and easier
- Locking mechanisms secure the handle in the open position for use and in the stowed position for travel
- Aluminum construction is lightweight and rustproof
- Black powder coat finish resists corrosion
- Black foam padding on handle provides comfortable grip
- Simple installation - mounts to RV sidewall next to the door with 4 included 2" screws
- Can be mounted on the left or right side of your door
- May require drilling through the wall of your RV
- Use long bolts with washers or a plate (sold separately) if a door stud cannot be found
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Overall dimensions: 37" tall x 25-1/2" wide
- Distance in between mounting brackets: 19-1/4"
- 1-Year limited warranty
AM-533 Stromberg Carlson Aluminum Lend-a-Hand Extra Long Rail - Black with Black Foam Grip
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
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Customer Reviews
Lend-a-Hand Extra Large Folding Grab Handle for RVs - Black with Black Foam Grip - Aluminum - AM-533
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (118 Customer Reviews)
37" x 25-1/2" Rail offers stability and convenience as you climb into and out of your RV. Rail securely locks in place while in use and locks in stowed position alongside RV when not in use. Black powder coated aluminum resists corrosion.by: Polly12/08/2022
Fits perfectly in place of the stock entry handle that came with our RV. So far appears it will work well. 4 stars because the handle is loose in the cradles and moves when u grab the handle to enter. Stock one was tighter.
by: Tim 03/05/2024
My wife has mobility and balance issues. With our standard entry handle, she was wobbly, especially if ice or snow was on the steps. She has only used this handle a couple of times but is very comfortable.
Install was easy, remove 4 Phillips screws, clean underneath the mount pads, apply sealer (I used silicone) to the screw holes, put the handle back in place and reinstall the screws (new ones are included but I just reused what was there).
by: Paul N03/13/2024
Very easy to replace the existing handle with this. Makes entering and exiting the trailer much safer.
by: Mike 06/04/2024
Fit exactly where original handle was. Went on very easily. Could use addition foam sleeve on the angled upper tho.
by: Michael 06/04/2024
Fast shipping. Perfect replacement fit. Easy installation.
by: Theresa06/05/2024
Perfect fit to replace the grab handle installed at the factory.
by: Jon 02/14/2024
Nice handle upgrade. 15 minute install time. New lend-a-hand same brand as original install, so used same holes to mount to trailer. Very happy to have launched longer support to go along with new stairs.
by: Richard10/23/2023
Everything lined up and took all of 15 minutes to remove old and install new.
by: John 06/02/2024
A real improvement in safety. 5 minute install
by: John04/08/2024
Replaced a broken smaller version. This is nice and bolted right in.
by: Kirk 10/31/2023
Installation was a breeze. Product enhances safety and looks good too.
by: Robert 07/24/2023
Took all of 10 minutes to install.Bolted up to existing
handrail bolt holes.Gives you
a much more secure feeling going up and down stairs.
by: Steven02/19/2024
Great product easy to install.
by: Dan02/02/2019
Super quick delivery, we are so pleased. We are ordering a second hand railing. This hand railing does everything as promised. Really easy to install.
by: John T04/13/2019
I installed one of these at both trailer doors. They have been terrific. After a knee and hip joint replacement surgeries and arthritis in the others, my wife is mobility challenged. Not only do these handrails help her get into the trailer, it gives her more confidence about getting in. You should realize there is a chance there may not be blocking at your mounting locations but this is somewhat mitigated by the fact there are 3 screws per mounting block. Special fasteners may be advisable.
John H.
4/14/2020
Still working well. I am very pleased.
by: Ernie 06/29/2023
Much better handle than stock for my wife who has had a hip and knee replacement.
by: Sheri 03/21/2023
Love this extra large grab handle. I'm short so getting up in our RV was a challenge for me to reach the handle the rig came with. This larger one will solve that problem.
by: Lonn06/08/2023
Much improvement with etrailer since 2020. Responsive and helpful!
by: Robert 06/07/2023
I’ll tell you tomorrow when I install it on the trailer
by: Doug 07/27/2020
The grab rail match the holes from my original handle, so installation was a breeze. Like having the lower handle for my wife's smaller size, makes it great for her.
Doug
7/28/2021
It works great. Should be on all RVs.
by: John T.07/08/2019
I bought two of these for our travel trailer. My wife has mobility issues and this has very helpful to her. They were relatively easy to install. Most trailers have very limited blocking in the wall so it is best if they can be attached at the same attachment points as the original handles. Not the same holes just the same general location.
by: Dayna10/25/2017
Love it and it looks great! More orders coming your way. I've been bragging on Facebook :)
by: Jim06/14/2020
We added this railing when we installed Liperts Solid Step RV stairs on our 5th wheel RV. This railing works great for older campers and our younger grandkids as well. Mounted in the original location that pur previous railing mounted. Would be again....
by: Dick 07/29/2023
It is going to be real helpful
by: Gene 08/04/2020
We love it. It is perfect for our 3 year old grandson as well as his grandparents!!!! My wife especially feels much safer going down our longer set of stairs. Arrived right away too.
A couple of things to note: on our Coachmen Catalina the bracket points did not match the factory installed folding handle that was there before so I could only use one previously used attach points. The other thing - my bad! - when I went to measure the bottom attachment I had one of the brackets not seated in a groove and thus when I drilled holes and was ready to go - the handle could not do its thing requiring me to drill another set of holes fairly close to the set I just drilled. Grrrrr. Both sets are covered by the housing and made sure they were well caulked! I just wanted to point out for others to MAKE sure the top and bottom are seated firmly before marking and drilling your holes. Again WORKS GREAT after my dufus mistake was corrected!! Thanks for another super product.
By the way the factory install handle got put on our bedroom door as it only had a solid grab handle. Left that in place and put the folding handle around it.
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Polly
12/14/2023
Great except plastic caps on ends came off and lost them