Tailgate step?

[Rone28]

I have seen examples of fold out ladders. Thoughts on those? https://realtruck.com/p/traxion-tailgate-ladder/v/ford/ranger/2019/

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[Floyd]

I should go measure... but I think the Ranger box is only 21" deep, so the tailgate can't make the 28" minimum.
Still... maybe with a little mod.

 

[VAMike]

There aren't many pickups with a 42" bed depth, so I suspect that's height above ground rather than the size of the tailgate itself.

 

[Muscam1]

I have seen examples of fold out ladders. Thoughts on those? https://realtruck.com/p/traxion-tailgate-ladder/v/ford/ranger/2019/

Found this on the web - Debo pull out step. Pretty neat idea but it doesn't look like it's made any longer

 

[Stevie Gee]

Found this on the web - Debo pull out step. Pretty neat idea but it doesn't look like it's made any longer

I really like that...the step up and down is still a little high, but really functional. SOMEONE will need to see if it will interfere with an installed hitchstep ....or what the widest hitchstep we could use without interference.

 

[Floyd]

There aren't many pickups with a 42" bed depth, so I suspect that's height above ground rather than the size of the tailgate itself.

Yes, That makes sense!

 

[kieefer]

I like the DeboStep but finding one to buy is a problem. I haven’t found a source so if anyone else does please post.

 

[DIYAndy]

If you have a 2" receiver hitch this will do for ~ $52
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Step/etrailer/288-08400.html

If you are very frugal, like me, use this folding standalone one for ~ $29 and every so often the price reduces down to only ~$20 (18" height)
https://www.harborfreight.com/step-stool-working-platform-66911.html?_br_psugg_q=step+ladder

Note: The distance on the 2019 Ranger tailgate down to ground is ~ 36"
Note: This is not an endorsement of either vendor

 

[kieefer]

Yeap, I’m using a step stool now and think once I get back to work I’ll build something to slide into the hitch but the Debo is kinda neat.

 

[DHare]

I have seen examples of fold out ladders. Thoughts on those? https://realtruck.com/p/traxion-tailgate-ladder/v/ford/ranger/2019/

I had one of these on my 2011 F-150 and it worked nicely. You do have to drill holes in your tailgate, and it can be in the way if you are sliding something into your bed. Too bad you don't live near me as I still have it but will not install on the Ranger.

 

[CoastieN70]

If you are very frugal, like me, use this folding standalone one for ~ $29 and every so often the price reduces down to only ~$20 (18" height)
https://www.harborfreight.com/step-stool-working-platform-66911.html?_br_psugg_q=step+ladder

Note: The distance on the 2019 Ranger tailgate down to ground is ~ 36"
Note: This is not an endorsement of either vendor

There's a Harbor Freight coupon for that stool on line all the time, to say nothing of their mail offers. I got mine for $19 OTD with a coupon...

 

[DrRoger]

I am getting quite old. I have had this step ladder a long time. The top step just happens to be level with the tailgate.

 

[Ranger #6]

I used the bed for the first time today (load of pine straw). I'm 5'4 and can't step onto the tailgate when it's down (like I could with the other Rangers). The first time I jumped down, I felt it in my ankles; will probably be sore tomorrow. Next time, I'll just carry a small plastic step stool with me.

 

[Doc]

Here’s one..

Found this on the web - Debo pull out step. Pretty neat idea but it doesn't look like it's made any longer

Here’s another type.. from Ebay

 

[Rone28]

Maybe we all have one waiting in the back of the garage or shed.....

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