Entry Step problem

[Pete Masterson]

I've had my step misbehave in cold weather (below freezing), but then work normally when we're in warmer areas. I've had other bouts of weirdness where the step doesn't quite lock in place. (I've learned to take a close look at the step before stepping on it!)

The steps are prone to air leaks. I also wonder if their location tends to pick up dirt from the road that may be partly responsible for some weirdness -- that later clears. I get intermittent poor performance, but then it self-corrects. I haven't found anything that specifically seems to be the cause of the problems.

Be _very_ careful when working on the step as it could catch you if it cycles unexpectedly and cause a serious injury.

Pete Masterson

'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42

El Sobrante CA

"aeonix1@mac.com"

On Apr 28, 2008, at 10:38 AM, brad barton wrote:

To Ralph or anyone w/ experience on this:
 
Ryan can't make my entry step misbehave.  It comes out (psst) stutters (clunka clunka) goes back in (psst) then comes back out (psst) and finally locks (clunka-clunk).  First noticed it in cold weather, but problem persisted two months later on our trip through AZ, CA and NV.  Step is well lubed and frequently.  Now it won't do it..and he can't find anything wrong with the valves or the switches.  Any other causes?  I'd like to get this fixed before Wed if possible.  Thanks.


Brad Barton 00LXiDFW "bbartonwx@hotmail.com"