steps rusted out?

ClayC · 09-14-2009, 10:09 PM

It must have had a bad leak for a long time and now the steps are shot. Has anyone replaced them? I am guessing I will need to do some frame work and the floor needs to be replaced, but the steps are my major concern.

Clay C

DEITZ645 · 09-15-2009, 06:31 AM

Clay,
You may be able to find replacements steps and parts at Out Of Doors Mart or Inland RV. I got new step parts for our '87 from Out Of Doors Mart, but I am not real familiar with the steps on your Overlander. I do know they both will have the frame outriggers that you may need.

68 TWind · 09-15-2009, 06:48 AM

You will need a skilled welder. Some fabrication will be needed. Shouldn't cost too much if you look around. Lots of welding shops are not really busy because of the economy. I would take the floor out first, fix the step, then replace the floor. Much easier to do the frame repair if the wood is out. I had floor rot at the door of my 68 Trade Wind, it is common on this vintage AS. There are numerous threads on how to replace the floor. I suggest buying a couple of bags of the self tapping floor bolts from Vintage Tailer supply before you start your install.

ClayC · 09-15-2009, 11:43 AM

Hey, Thanks. The floor out makes a lot of sense, It has to come out anyway. in the mean time I will call out of Doors Mart or vintage and see what replacing them takes. Were there ever electric steps on AS?

Clay C

DEITZ645 · 09-15-2009, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ClayC

Were there ever electric steps on AS?

Clay C

I think only on the motohomes, but there's always a first time for everything

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ClayC · 09-16-2009, 09:43 AM

I have a switch/button by our sink that I can't figure out. I thought it may be for the steps. Clay C