💥TAILGATE LADDER ⚠️DON'T CLIMB IN YOUR TRUCK AGAIN TILL YOU WATCH THIS! 🚔

[@williamstewart8449]

Those two springs pins go to attach the entire ladder to the base plate mounted to the tailgate. That way you can detach the whole ladder from the tailgate when it may be in the way.

[@BIGALTX]

Yep... I switched it out :)

[@sandhollowhomestead6972]

I do carry a 3ft ladder for box entry but the nice thing about this ladder is its secured and out of the way of your load. I'll keep this one in mind while I wear out my Costco ladder. Thanks for sharing!

[@BIGALTX]

Yep. I like the foldaway feature :) alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@tkjarrard]

A few weeks ago, my wife saw this ladder. Then a couple days later, you posted this video. I'm just getting around to watching it. Cool. May have to get this.

[@BIGALTX]

I think it's much safer than trying to climb in by stepping on the bumper. alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@neodiver73]

The rubber bumpers are meant to cushion and support the ladder against the tailgate. They are installed upside down in this video. Additionally, the bolts are meant to hold the leg extensions tightly to the ladder portion. The cotter pins should be at the top on the mounting plate, so that you can quickly and easily remove the ladder if you need to.

[@BIGALTX]

Thanks. I have recently changed things around.

[@alcifrerdewich2323]

@@BIGALTX NO, YOU INSTALL IT FINE THE FIRST TIME.. THATS THE WAY.

[@willd4711]

This install is completely backwards. First off. Those mounting bars connected to the mounting plate are upside down. See the rubber guards there on top? They should be on the bottom so they touch the tailgate lip instead of just the bare metal. Also, those retainer pins are meant to be installed to the top of the ladder where it connects to the mounting plate. So it can be easily detached. The bolts you installed with the nylon locking nut are meant for the rungs. Position them as needed for the height of the tailgate and then tighten them permanently. Sorry for the long winded comment!

[@pedroherrera3787]

Sorry Pard, you didn't read the instructions. In mine the belt hold down belt, the screws stripped. I used a 1/8" (8/64ths) bit for the pilot hole on the straps. I fully endorse the ladder but YMMV on the install. If anyone has a better idea (maybe Rivnuts) LMK

[@utahnavyvet8727]

Just received mine today, will get it on in the next day or so. Great video.

[@BIGALTX]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@marcelinobernardo3343]

Where did you buy it?

[@keithnoneya]

Super video. I would add one change. Put the straps inside the lowest part of the grove. This way when you load or slide items onto the tailgate the screw heads won't dig into the sides of cardboard boxes. Thanks for sharing. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

[@BIGALTX]

👍😎

[@royhoco5748]

there should a horizontal bar that folds upward and locks to vertical to give you a hand hold while climbing the ladder.

[@BIGALTX]

My truck has a tie-down ring at the end of the bed. I'll probably tie a rope and handle to it to hold on to. Thanks, alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@Scruffers2011]

Couldn't you use self-drilling, self-tapping screws?

[@BIGALTX]

Probably a good idea... thnx

[@pedroherrera3787]

@@BIGALTX They ship with self drilling sheet metal screws.

[@edwardcopper9681]

Adjustable wrench, duct tape and a can of WD-40 :). Nice Video, Thanks "Coop"

[@BIGALTX]

You bet!

[@Nexus2000ze]

you put the bolts on the hinge that's not where they go...the 2 clips are what holds the mechanism

[@WillowsGarden]

Oh, if I would have had this when I tried to get up in my dads truck, I wouldn’t have broke a bone in my foot which too 8 months to heal. Great invention!!

[@BIGALTX]

OUCH! Get one so it doesn't happen again. alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@WY-DaveZ71]

The cotter pins are in the WRONG location. The cotter pins ho on the plate. That way if you need to remove the ladder you can.

[@BIGALTX]

👍

[@guyduke9821]

Looking for something to replace the stupid strap. Mine had a plastic buckle that did not survive because it was always getting in the way while using the tailgate and finally got pinched and broken. I am wondering if I can put some Velcro on the tailgate and the ladder leg near the bottom or the strap should use Velcro as the "buckle".............

[@BIGALTX]

That might work :)

[@paulhunter9613]

That’s the same idea I had, lose the strap and use some Velcro

[@tomvan8117]

I have one of these and it works great. The video didn't show installation properly

[@BIGALTX]

I've since changed it

[@beckyboyd1920]

I placed my ladder on the right side (passenger). The reason if I'm stopped on the road side a lot safer.

[@BIGALTX]

Good idea... thanks!

[@jimyale3498]

Can the spring pins be used at the top hinge so it can easily be removed? Good video BTW.

[@BIGALTX]

Yes... In fact, I switched mine around :)

[@89Doogie]

That’s how they are supposed to be done.

[@gfaucett]

I've seen this type of step system in several varieties. I keep asking myself the same question, When traveling to multiple sites, the ground is not always level; what happens if the distance from the tailgate to the ground is greater than the length of the ladder?

[@BIGALTX]

Hahaha... not sure if it would "self-level or not Might take a spill 😎

[@FlySwann]

Pretty cool for only 35$ and might add more than it cost to the value of your truck.

[@BIGALTX]

Probably so! alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@vicc6744]

it's been awhile since you did this install , is it still holding up?

[@BIGALTX]

Sure, but I don't use it much Bought a new truck, but kept this one as my farm truck

[@rottiejakeluke]

Everything I’ve seen used the spring clamps up at the top holding the system to the plate. That way you can totally remove the ladder easily without tools if wanting to get it off the tailgate? We’re you sure about how you mounted it??thanks

[@BIGALTX]

I think the directions said to do it like I did it... but being able to remove the ladder might be pretty handy... thanks!

[@jawince3910]

That is how I installed mine, with the spring bolt in the post on the tailgate, not in the ladder extension.

[@brianwoods5576]

You did it wrong. Spring clips go up top, and it is very clear in the instructions

[@tomvan8117]

I couldn't read what it said about the ladder hitting the tailgate cable?

[@dougp8890]

Great video. But one question, my tailgate has a plastic bedliner cover on it..can this product still be installed on top of that cover?

[@BIGALTX]

It should. I think they cover that in the manual/video. You can see them at their website, I think

[@tomvan8117]

Yes use the longer screws

[@timsawyer7443]

Did you have trouble with the tailgate cable being in the way of the front rocker arm?

[@BIGALTX]

No, but I took the pins out and just left the mounting base. I keep the ladder behind my front seat. If needed, I can attach the ladder in just a few seconds.

[@timsawyer7443]

@@BIGALTX nice! But when you do attach it, the tailgate cable doesn't get into the way of the front rocket arm?

[@alcifrerdewich2323]

THANKS IS FANTASTIC

[@BIGALTX]

😎👍

[@AllintheSoil]

Is the ladder tall enough for a F250?

[@BIGALTX]

I have no idea, but probably not. The new F250s are pretty doggone tall.

[@inthegenes3600]

Why didn't they face it on the back of the tailgate but directly behind the driver (facing towards him)? That way they could avoid the tailgate cable altogether?

[@timsawyer7443]

You mean perpendicular to the tailgate, instead of parallel? How would it secure to the truck when not in use, but still allow for the tailgate to open and close? And this way you can steady yourself on the side of the truck for security /safety. Maybe I didn't understand your question.

[@williamstewart8449]

I'd rather use the bed corner helping me to keep my balance while stepping on the rungs. If mounted like you said there is nothing to hold onto. But if you are under 30 years old your balance is much better than mine and can probably manage it fine.

[@wtfu812omg]

Have you noticed any rusting? I saw on another video the guy said his rapidly started rusting after he installed

[@BIGALTX]

Not yet, but I will keep an eye on it...

[@timsawyer7443]

@@BIGALTX any rusting by now?

[@ronniewilcox3976]

I would never mount to that hump on the edge

[@BIGALTX]

It's got to be mounted pretty close to the edge for it to fold down.

[@Lifeewitheman]

You can just drill into bed of truck?

[@BIGALTX]

Sure

[@Dan-yw9sg]

Nice!! I need one of these for sure!

[@BIGALTX]

GitchaOne :_ alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@themeatstall9001]

Great video

[@BIGALTX]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@philipbrake9904]

Does it have a weight capacity for the ladder?

[@BIGALTX]

I think it's 250 LBS...

[@williamstewart8449]

@@BIGALTX If its the same company that made mine the limit is 300 lbs.

[@joelhenderson5526]

Allen I like it too. It would be good for old men like you and me!

[@BIGALTX]

Amen to that :) alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@DearHenryA]

Only $36. That seems like a pretty good deal. They also have a small ladder for the side of the truck.

[@BIGALTX]

I think you'll like it! alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@crazyuncleduke8012]

Does the ladder have any OSHA stick figure decals on it? Those things crack me up. My new favorite OSHA warning is on 5 gallon buckets of hydraulic fluid. Check that one out if you want a good laugh. :-)

[@Ghamam0r]

Thanks

[@BIGALTX]

Welcome

[@casperaudi7476]

This video made me hungry 😋

[@BIGALTX]

😋

[@kiddbrother3]

I it was made in the USA

[@theoverworkedgardener5648]

I may not be old but my body doesn't know that looks cool to me.

[@BIGALTX]

Get one! alan homesteadadvisor.com/

[@MamaZsTexasKitchen]

Hello Fellow Texan new friend here!

[@BIGALTX]

Good to have you! Check out my website too: homesteadadvisor.com/ alan

[@TAALIEN]

If you have a bed cover for your truck the unit will not work.

[@BIGALTX]

That could be... not sure

[@williamstewart8449]

Is that because of the mounting plate will interfere with the bed cover closing?

[@richardkelly2047]

This is proof men don’t read instructions 😂

[@BIGALTX]

Yep... 👍😎

[@charlesb3263]

This device is flimsy and dangerous. If you use it on anything than absolutely level ground it will twist and you will fall.

[@BIGALTX]

Thanks for the tip!