Flipstep tailgate ladder

[Deleted member 1634]

I guess I can see how for somebody with limited mobility these steps would be helpful. Kind of... just seems awkward as hell to me.

I've been around / helping / using pickup trucks since the late 1960's and have never needed a ladder.

Another access point we use, if there is a load in the truck and need to get into the bed, is to grab the bed rail with both hands and use the rear tire as a step to get up into the truck.

Question: How do you "store" the ladder once you've got a full load of lumber laying on the tailgate?

I guess I'm not arguing that this particular option of the fold out ladder is a good option, just that your "just step on the bumper" way isn't that big of a help. I personally agree that this fold out ladder option would get in the way too much, at least for me. The TrekStep under bumper step that a few on here have is a much better option in my opinion. And when my hands are empty, I'm perfectly fine just jumping right up into the bed. But it's those times when I'm trying to load the kayaks, have an arm load of cargo, or have just done a 15 mile hike that it gets a little more difficult to get up in there.

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[lohchief]

My wife and I are both old and totally disabled,but can still drive,and need a truck. What neither of us can do is easily access the bed,the step will help,and I'm going to get one,I have to get one.

 

[Michael Bailey]

I have a Traxion tailgate ladder.
https://realtruck.com/p/traxion-tailgate-ladder/v/ford/ranger/2019/
Easy install, not terribly expensive, doesn't interfere with my tonneau.

I have the same step. The others I looked at were too bulky. It is adequate, really, rather good for the price. I like the compactness and easy removal.

 

[langlais]

I installed a TrekStep from www.bestop.com Convenient, flips down and up out of the way with a tap of your foot. Not cheap, but one of the best options available unless you need a full ladder.

After a little research it seems like I could have this for 300 canadian ! Seems a good deal ?

 

[chasvs]

After a little research it seems like I could have this for 300 canadian ! Seems a good deal ?

Well, when you use it for the first time, you'll be glad you did! It was $289 US when I bought mine. A bit of a pain to install, but well worth it! Mounts to the Left side Frame Rail and uses one of the Bed bolts. Tight quarters with most of the work out of sight so it's mostly by feel. If you're not a DIY guy, have a local shop do it for you.

 

[langlais]

Well, when you use it for the first time, you'll be glad you did! It was $289 US when I bought mine. A bit of a pain to install, but well worth it! Mounts to the Left side Frame Rail and uses one of the Bed bolts. Tight quarters with most of the work out of sight so it's mostly by feel. If you're not a DIY guy, have a local shop do it for you.

Ok and no need for drilling holes ? I think I could do it.

Bad news I think the guy in the webstore who could have the bestep tought I have a F 150 in the begining...so now he says they can have only bestep side step for 429 canadian ? on my ranger. I told him they do make one for the tailgate I hope he will find something.

 

[chasvs]

Ok and no need for drilling holes ? I think I could do it.

Bad news I think the guy in the webstore who could have the bestep tought I have a F 150 in the begining...so now he says they can have only bestep side step for 429 canadian ? on my ranger. I told him they do make one for the tailgate I hope he will find something.

Yes, No Drilling at all! I ordered directly from Bestop just using their online ordering website. Guess getting them to Canada is an issue... Sucks.

 

[langlais]

Yes, No Drilling at all! I ordered directly from Bestop just using their online ordering website. Guess getting them to Canada is an issue... Sucks.

Yes it seem to be a problem I cant select canada on their website (bestop) Well at least my girlfriend wont be disapointed if I dont buy this thing ?

 

[chasvs]

Yes it seem to be a problem I cant select canada on their website (bestop) Well at least my girlfriend wont be disapointed if I dont buy this thing ?

Would expect it would be costly to have one shipped to me and mail it up to you..

 

[langlais]

Would expect it would be costly to have one shipped to me and mail it up to you..

Thanks but the step the vendor showed me was the good one finaly. I was not understanding because he said its a side step. I know they make side step near the tires... So short story 429 dollar is a lot ! Im gonna wait a little

 

[chasvs]

Thanks but the step the vendor showed me was the good one finaly. I was not understanding because he said its a side step. I know they make side step near the tires... So short story 429 dollar is a lot ! Im gonna wait a little

Yup, Wants and Needs!

 

[Mike in UT]

Watched those too. It is strange I saw them for 55 canadian dollar on amazon ?? So almost half the price of 80 us dolar on your link.

What do you think of the quality of the product does it seem heavy duty ? And for,the instalation you need to do a few holes in the tailgate i think ? You like it ?

I paid about $40 US, and I thought that was what I linked.
Yeah, you gotta drill some holes in the tailgate for the mounting plate. Me, I have a bad back, bad knees, and a bad shoulder, so I appreciate any help I can get.

 

[Mustang2Ranger]

I use a milk crate

 

[Twisted]

I installed a TrekStep from www.bestop.com Convenient, flips down and up out of the way with a tap of your foot. Not cheap, but one of the best options available unless you need a full ladder.

I just got mine today. Did you have to use any of the spacers?

 

[chasvs]

I just got mine today. Did you have to use any of the spacers?

Nope, fit well without any shims.

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