Installing Torklift Stow N" Go Steps on an Arctic Fox Truck Camper

[@bob_frazier]

Anybody mount these on a Bigfoot with a basement? I only have about 1 inch between my step and a basement hatch, so that wide bracket will not work. Anybody know the workaround?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'll pin the comment to the top. Hopefully, someone can share their experience.

[@richardkoch8752]

Congratulations Kenny on a great addition to your camper! Those are sweet!!!! Awesome steps especially since you can still use your original steps when needed. Torklift are good people!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes Sir, thanks Richard!

[@kristinaciminillo9908]

Just found your videos this morning! I liked the Mississippi Headwaters one! Wow! Thanks! You make me lol sometimes. 😊 GOD Bless! & Keep Rollin'

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's so cool! That video was fun.....well not breaking down at -15 below zero, but the walk was fun! The idea behind the channel is I'm taking you with on all these weekend adventures around the state. I work a regular Monday- Friday job so these videos are recorded on Saturday and Sunday and dropped every Tuesday at 5pm cmt. Thanks for checking out the videos!

[@loisthommes9337]

Nice Christmas present! I enjoy watching your videos, always entertaining. Have a great new year. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos in 2023!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Lois, hope you had a great Christmas! Tell the family I said hi and have a great New Years!

[@mikemiller2933]

We have the same stow n go steps on our Arctic Fox. Had them for a season now, and absolutely love them. Also installed a Lend-a-Hand Extra Large Folding Grab Handle which works very well with the long steps. A must have for my wife....

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for watching Mike. I am gonna look on Amazon for an extra large folding grab handle. Thanks for the tip.

[@BillWhetstone]

I just ordered and installed my TorkLift steps, game changer. I had a set of scissor steps from another manufacturer, but the top 2 steps were always slanted down. Our last trip I tripped going down, had to leap, and fortunately landed fine, prett good for 3/4 century old camper. That got me to order the TorkLifts. Great company!

[@timashworth3794]

Hey Kenny I like the new steps look really nice and easier getting in you truck camper really nice thanks for sharing the video 🎉🎉

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks 👍

[@peatdeloosha2463]

Those steps are a really nice upgrade and safer instead of using a step stool to get up to the old camper steps. Glad these companies throw some products your way.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I agree. I was excited when Torklift reached out. They are expensive but the quality of their product is in line with the price. I have numerous overseas companies reach out weekly asking me to peddle their Amazon garbage. I don't want to put my name on any of that cheep stuff. I've bought Torklift in the past. I know how good it is. I know how easy contacting them can be. When they asked if I would like to use there stuff in my videos I couldn't refuse!

[@nyakundibose6972]

"Owners manual" bit was we hilarious 😂😂😂. That is 99% of every dude worldwide ever . Mary Christmas brother.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Very true! Have a great New Years.

[@BillSprague]

Very nice Kenny! Torklift made it even a Merrier Christmas!

[@thevan-isher8317]

Love you and the truck happy new year from wales in the uk

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Very cool! Thanks man, have a great New Years! 👍

[@mandib757]

Tilli will love the new steps and so will I! What a great Christmas gift.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's what I thought. Tilli will be able to get in the camper without me lifting her in.

[@yooperdog]

Happy New Year to you Mandi B and Kenny 🥂

[@mandib757]

@@yooperdog Back at you!

[@jacer259]

Nice looking garage/ workshop ya got there!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I wish it was mine! My garage has 9 foot walls, I cant fit the camper through the door. This shop belongs to my nephew. It's been in a few of the videos. I'm lucky to have a heated shop to work in during the winter.

[@deltabravo1257]

I finally installed the same steps on my 992 early this past camping season. They are awesome! I kept them when I sold my 811.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I watched your video that you did on the steps. Not that I was gonna steal any of your content.... but you know how it goes. lol I think that I'm going to like the steps!

[@mandib757]

Congratulations on 5k!!! So proud of you!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Mandi!

[@TorkliftUSA]

Hey Kenny! Thank you for sharing your experience with your Stow N' Go installation. I did want to mention that since only 4 of the 6 mounting bolts were used, there is a safety concern and we do not recommend mounting the steps in this manner. Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for the heads up! I'll get the inherent bolts mounted ASAP! I put the steps to this test for today's video. They are awesome! Something I should have got years ago. Thanks for getting these to me!

[@ronblare7972]

Thanks for sending Kenny those steps, he deserves something nice. 🤝

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, I really appreciate the comment!

[@SuperStar-nz5xy]

couple of notes on these. If you buy the steps and mount together no problem. But If not and you get them separate, what a mess. I ordered the mount because I already had the steps and they did not send any of the hardware. Call Torklift and they send another mount, no hardware again. This went on for like 3 months. Sent back one of the mounts and went to hardware store to get the nylon washers and bolts I needed. Also when mounting I did the same thing as Kenny mounting and have had zero issues. The problem is if you don't have a large enough space you can't use all the holes. But I can tell you it works just fine and I am a big guy >250lbs. I have all Torklift ( mounts, steps, fast guns)and its good stuff but their customer service is meh....BTW that cat eye is CLEAN! is it a LBZ?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for the comment. It's important for companies to hear where they need improvement. The truck belongs to my nephew it's super clean LLY. He has upgraded the cooling system and opened the turbo inlet to help it breath a bit. He had been looking for a LBZ for a long time when this LLY came along. I would love to find a clean LBZ I that color. Thanks for watching!

[@danieldoherty7920]

Well done my friend. I am from Lake Minnetonka area. I also have a truck camper. Nice to watch your videos Kenny thank you.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Daniel, I appreciate that.

[@markgasparro]

Happy New Year Kenny, looking forward to your upcoming adventures this year! Best wishes to you and Mandy, and the girls

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Mark!

[@TolbersCamping]

Sweet little Christmas present for the camper. Merry Christmas and Happy New Years to you and your family!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Matt, same for your family. happy New Years!

[@deltabravo1257]

That truck on the far side of the shop is pretty sweet. I had an 06 LBZ Duramax CCLB the same color (Silver Birch Metallic) My 2009 3500HD Dually is the same color. I wish GM would bring back that color.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

My nephew just picked up the truck. He has been looking for a clean cat eye for some time now. The prices have gone INSANE, so it took him some time to locate this one. It's my favorite color as well. He was the owner of the Ford that pulled me out of the Swap early this fall. He liked the Ford.....but you really can't compete with the look of a cat eye body style Duramax,

[@sherstockwell136]

Love Torklift products, we have a few on each of our vehicles. (I forgot to make a comment on this video) i don't need the stairs but I do now joke to our son, he could put those stairs on his truck so I can get into the back seat lol when he chooses to do a truck camper on the back, he will be definitely be looking into those stairs.

[@randylester1219]

Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year ⛄🇺🇸👍

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Randy, have a great New Year!

[@RutherfordTony]

Nice gift!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

So far the quailty of the steps feels great. I'll be interested to put them to the test. I could see how they would work great for regular camping. I'm curious to see how they work on unlevel remote forest lands. I'll keep you informed!

[@richarddegen6184]

I have a very similar step setup on my Capri camper, works very well indeed!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Richard. I appreciate the comment!

[@TheEdelKampers]

Congratulations on your Christmas present.🌲They are very cool steps. We love the way yours lock on the side. We have an older version of them and we have to put a bungee cord on them. You don't always have to pull them all the way out to use. Have a Happy New Year.🎉 We are looking forward to seeing Kenny in 2023. Mary 💕 Fred

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Another person mentioned that I don't have to pull them all the way out. I'm gonna have to look at that this weekend. That will make a big difference. They are new to me so I don't know all the tricks yet. Thanks for the tip.

[@TheEdelKampers]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Bet you are going to love them. 💕

[@bryanswanson638]

Love the different content for the channel. You deserve some items sent to you based on the amount of effort and time you invest in your channel.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Bryan I appreciate that!

[@garnetsimms4966]

We have the steps also, you don’t have to pull them all the way out. Try different pull out lengths and see if they are still solid, I try to keep the vertical bars between the steps no further out then straight up and down but even if they are leaning towards the camper still very strong. I also made the top step flush with the top of the bumper, gives a nice landing and good place to sit. Hope this helps. Oh instead of the pins to lock them to the camper I used a bolt and nut on each side, harder for someone to take off.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Great tips Garnet! I like the idea of mounting them flush. Replacing the pins with a bolt and nut will definitely happen! Thanks for the advice!

[@waltonfritz9565]

Got steps like that on my camper they work great

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I think I'll like them! Thanks for watching!

[@yooperdog]

Very nice steps. We just sold our truck camper because of climbing and stairs. We had the Little Giant steps which worked well, but we're getting to old for steps. Love the shop, I think I remember you saying it wasn't your shop, but it still is Sweet. Happy New Year and safe travels 🥂

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It's my nephews shop. Unfortunately my garage has 9ft walls. I don't think I'll ever have a chance to build a new shop but if I did I would have a 14 foot door. I really appreciate you commenting on all my videos.

[@yooperdog]

@@KennyOfAllTrades anything to help your channel grow 🏕

[@doodles2814]

Great install video, you made it look real easy! Those are exactly what we will need when we get our camper since our 5500 4x4 sits very high. I wonder how they'd work with a Fox Landing, the steps are definite necessity, along with an extended handrail, but the Fox Landing is not. Leaving your existing steps on was brilliant, then you can still get into your camper without extending the steps; you mentioned everything we were thinking about regarding those steps. After looking at several truck campers, we've settled on an Arctic Fox 1140 but haven't seen one in person yet, and may not before we purchase. Not ready to buy yet, maybe a nice used one will come up. It was a very COLD week almost everywhere. Have a great week, I know it won't be as cold, will see ya on the next one. Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks! Have a great New Years! When you get your camper you will have to send me photos!

[@deltabravo1257]

I added them to my Fox Landing, though I am not sure I'd travel when them attached to the Fox Landing due to the extra weight and stress it might put on the Fox Landing locking bracket. Here's how I did it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZCpnJptabKEgdE

[@mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866]

Right on! Awesome to see your channel is getting some manufacturers recognition and they are starting to provide you with some great add-on’s and necessities! Good for Kenny, keep up the great video content and I’m sure more will come your way! Hey! Is it next Tuesday yet? As always, can’t wait for the next vid, until then stay safe…..

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Mike!

[@newhampshirerob]

I have their steps as well except I do not have the store and go. As you stated it is nice not to have them on all the time. I just throw them in the camper and climb up a step I built for the receiver. The steps are fantastic though for when the dogs come with us. We had planned a trip for Christmas vacation but the weather just did not cooperate. May still do something this weekend if things do pan out.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I was thinking the same. I probably won't use them all the time. My camping style won't always work with them. But I could see how they would work great for someone who might not be as nimble as they once were.

[@charlesb4267]

That was the exact clip I was thinking of when you stepped on that little stool and then precariously up onto the camper step as the ground was such that the height was just too much. I've seen and heard of people having some bad spills with the standard camper steps and using a stool down below that was too small and on an unstable surface or sloped ... it all went sideways and down they went injuring themselves. My brother initially did the stool thing with the factory camper flip out step but had a massive and nice fold out leg type platform but was a total pain to stow away so bought a very expensive triple fold out step but the problem with that is any time he has to be towed ( remember, its a Ford ! ) with a long deck tandem axle tow truck, that whole step has to be unbolted from the camper as it hangs too low/too much over hang with that large camper. This type of step is not as handy as his but sure would be a lot better when it came to dealing with having to be winched onto a tow truck deck.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

All great points Charles. I'm lucky that I haven't taken a spill out of the camper yet....but I'm a Ninja, a big nimble 290 pound cat. Lol.........I need to loose weight!

[@charlesb4267]

@@KennyOfAllTrades LOL

[@BillWhetstone]

Just noticed the comment. It was a year ago, so you likely figured it out. You can order with the 1" mounting bracket, the steps just don't stow like Kennys. Can't post image here, but the 1"below the door will be solid and the bracket has lag screws. When closed up there is a cable to keep them closed, I swing mine under and use a small chain to keep from swinging.

[@lawrence7065]

Torque Lift has some good stuff. I have the rear bumper on my Lance. Works great except for the storage compartments leak. I wanted to send a picture of my rig but couldn’t do it on YTube.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Hay Lawrence, you can shoot me a picture of your camper to my email! [e-mail] I like checking out truck campers and seeing modifications others have made to make life easier!

[@meandtee_travels]

Merry Christmas Kenny. You might want to get lock for those or they might disappear. I’ve seen some people just pull the pins and put them inside when not in use.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You are right! Another viewer, Garnet suggested a nut and bolt instead of the pins. That would slow someone down from walking away with them. Especially if I used a nylon locking nut. Thanks for watching!

[@deltabravo1257]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Some people have used Fast Gun locks on their steps.

[@SuperStar-nz5xy]

Thanks Kenny. Great videos. I have watched yr vids for a while and the gear reviews are always informative. Have you seem the guy running the dodge 3500 where the truck folded? its fairly recent. Don't want to go down the GVWR rabbit hole but did want your thoughts on the Chevy platform. I know you are a wee bit over but with the front and rear hitches and running the duramax do you have any concerns with the frame? I did the same thing you did with the overload and bags so not worried about the suspension. But wondering what yr thoughts are on the weak point of these trucks? I know in 2012 they changed the axels and went to more box frames but still see all the chatter about GVRW. its kinda stupid to add the duramax and Allison and you drop yr payload by 1500#. Its not a issue of stopping or power so it has to be the frame? Tires are upgradeable and thats EZ but that folded dodge was a interesting read. there are a few vids that broke down the payload and such but by the time you add people, water, gear, the camper, a few food items, a box of tissue , and leave a extra 10% buffer you have like 200 lbs payload, Thanks!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Great comment! So far I haven't had any issues with the truck carrying the camper. The combo has traveled everything from interstates to ATV trails. I have hit pot holes so big that my front tires will jump 8" off the ground and slam back down. So far I haven't noticed any issues with body lines not matching up or uneven tread wear. I think everything is still still straight and holding up fine. (Knock on wood) I have seen that Dodge post, pretty crazy! I haven't looked into it enough to know much about the entire situation though. I had to stop following a lot of those Facebbok groups. Too many know-it-alls and trolls. I wish I could answer your question better, but all I can say is when driving my truck camper it feels very confident. Thanks for the great comment!

[@shanehanson7514]

Was wondering when you put these on. Thats a nice add on. Have you thought of re-hinging the access door so you still could access the storage area. Would take much from a handy man like yourself.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes. That definitely will happen.

[@carltonbirds]

Very lovely 🪜

[@allenmccarriston5834]

I think I would have mounted it off center. I would have found something to put into the upper step. Simple install though!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Allen, I appreciate you checking out the video!

[@ericnunn8856]

Like it/ we have the same issue and I’m not getting any younger (agile)

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Eric, I'm definitely not getting younger!

[@davindersangha3761]

Good channel! Which back up camera is that you have? Thanks in advance.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I bought my backup camera from Amazon. The manufacturer was Jansite. It was a 49 dollar setup. It's been working well.

[@valleyc]

I also have an older Fox camper, I added a 4" square tube all the way across the back for more footspace. Now I'm going to add this mod with the Torklift steps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2S2hHeBpJuCZ80 Thanks to KZbinr...JensenTime Take a look and thanks for your videos, really enjoy the

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'll definitely watch! I used the steps for the first time in the video that dropped tonight. I absolutely LOVE THEM!

[@50spudman]

👍✌️

[@johnnyb3726]

Awesome...But I want to know how they work with the camper off the truck. Most of us lower the camper as low as possible and it looks like the stow and go wont work because of the length required to use them while on the truck. the "rise over run" is different for the camper off the truck and lowered to reduce jack instability.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Great question! In that situation, I would remove the steps. There are two pins that hold the steps in place. Removing the steps takes less than a minute.

[@johnnyb3726]

@@KennyOfAllTrades I have a larger Host Cascade. It still requires a couple steps to get in when its off the truck (plus...we are old..lol). So can they collapse only on the bottom but expand at the top?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

@Johnny B No, unfortunately, they unfold like a big accordion. You can not just unfold 1 or 2 of the steps. They all have to be unfolded at the same time. I left my original 2 steps in place behind the torque left steps. You can kind of see in the video how I have it. If I take the torque lift steps off I still have the original 2 steps that are mounted on the camper.

[@Kody10538]

Details on your garage/shop? It looks awesome. What size is it and how big is the door?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It's my Nephews place. The door is 14 foot. I'm not sure about the dimensions. I would love a shop like that but it's not in my future.

[@Kody10538]

@Kenny Of All Trades Ahh ok gotcha. Yeah it looks really nice. I would just like to get a TC let alone a garage for it lol. Soon...

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yep, I'd love a shop like that....but I had kids instead..

[@donwilliams5841]

That's a nice shop!. Is it yours?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I wish!!! That's my nephews place. I have a regular garage. You can see my house and garage in my review videos. I've been living I a tiny house before it was cool. Lol

[@carolutley6523]

🎄🎄🎄

[@Retired-nohurry]

Ive got a set. They work but they are pricey.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

100% correct!

[@ShadowWolf3030]

Nice. . . looks good and will be easier to get in and out of on rougher dirt terraine

[@MSB1080]

Can’t get over the price on these. I purchased their fast guns and mounting tie downs. Not throwing another $800-$900 on some steps. I can spend about $150 and diy with wood.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Very true Matthew! I'm still using felling wedges instead of their stable loads for the same reason. They have a high price point! That's why I was running around with only three Fastguns for over a month...I couldn't afford to buy a replacement. Great products, great quality, steep price tag!

[@MSB1080]

@@KennyOfAllTrades totally agree! Good products but steep price tag. Currently looking for alternatives or I can diy them. Keep up the good work on the videos! Have to get out to MN soon…… once it warms up haha.

[@coltwinchester6124]

I wish I had those stairs, just way to expensive for me.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes, they are very expensive. Torklift provides excellent quality, but their products are expensive.

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Nice gift, tell them i could use them for my lance🚜❄️🪵🇺🇸

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I know! I wish I could get stuff to give away! That would be awesome if companies would let me do a drawing with you guys. Then they could ship them right to you. Maybe one day....im way to small of a channel right now.....but maybe one day.