Scissor Step Options for Truck Bed Camper with Door Measuring 38-1/2 Inches Above Ground

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I am looking to purchase scissor steps for my slide in Four Wheel camper truck camper . Bottom of camper door about 38 1/2 inches . I dont know if I should get a 4 step or a 5 step ? Your thoughts ? Thanks

asked by: Tim M

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Expert Reply:

Going with a 5 step or a 4 step scissor step for your slide-in truck bed camper will depend on where you want to mount the step, the manufacturer of the step, and also personal preference.

If you like the TorkLift GlowSteps better, I spoke with my contact at TorkLift and he recommended a 5-step scissor step # TLA7805 for your camper's door height. He said if it was mounted lower, the 4-step # TLA7804 would work fine, but he would go up to the 5-step scissor step. I personally also think the 5-step version is the way to go to be able to mount the steps closer to the door, and the extra vertical height would allow you more wiggle room in case the ground under the truck has a slight slope.

The TorkLift Glow Steps are a great option and they are made from aircraft-grad aluminum and stainless steel. The glow tape makes it easier to see the steps when getting in and out of your camper at night. Installation instructions for these steps are also linked for you.

If you want to go with a 4-step, the Brophy Aluminum Scissor Steps # AS04 is designed to mount up to 39 inches high. These aluminum steps are a great option for durability and will allow you to mount the step below the door of your camper. While the measurement from the ground to the bottom of the camper door is at the top of this stair's height range, it is still within the range of normal mounting height for the step. The installation instructions for this step are linked to this page for you.

expert reply by: Victoria B

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Answer 1

I've attached some dimensions below to help you determine fitment of the Brophy Camper Scissor Steps #AS24 with your truck bed camper. The mounting bracket is 24" long x 1" tall (1-3/8" tall if you include the V-Clamps) so…

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Answer 2

We have a couple of 4-step scissor stairs you could use. We have a steel model, #SS04, and an aluminum model, #AS04, and both are 18 inches wide. These stairs mount using an included bracket that looks like #AS2002. So they do not pin into place.…

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Answer 3

The bracket of the Aluminum Scissor Steps #AS04 that you referenced stays attached to the camper, but the steps themselves get removed while traveling. Check out the review video I attached for these steps as well.

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Answer 4

You may be able to use the TorkLift GlowStep Stow N' Go steps, though it is going to depend on the width of the area you are looking to mount them. You'll want to take a measurement of the mounting area width to determine if the mounting…

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Answer 5

The Brophy Scissor Step Bracket #TSSB will install on the edge of your tailgate. You will have to drill two holes for the L shaped pins. After drilling, all you have to do is simply insert the L pins into those holes and attach you Brophy steps! For…

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Answer 6

The Brophy Camper Scissor Steps for truck campers, #AS04, are intended for an entry height of 31" to 40". If your camper door sets within that 31-40' range then yes this will fit your rig. Please see attached image for measuring points…

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Answer 7

You want to measure from the ground to the bottom of the door opening. If it's between 32-1/2 inches and 40 inches the TorkLift GlowStep Revolution Scissor Steps #TLA8104 would be a correct fit. The mounting base dimensions are 25-7/16 inches…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 12

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