We noted many past posts where 5.0 owners have hinged the 3rd, top step, to open for more storage options. This seems a nice owner mod to do and we did not see any reported adverse effects of doing this mod. The reviews are favorable. However, we did see one post where Escape (Reese) mentioned a permanently closed top step is important for structural support. What's the current thinking at ETI about this 5.0, owner, top step, mod? Would we be OK to proceed or are there concerns in this case? Thanks!
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5.0 top step storage modification
5.0 top step storage modification
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Hello @John Byrne,
The top step has not been reinforced to support an opening lid. You would want to reinforce the upright wall between the two steps to provide structural support for the second step. This is not something that Escape offers at this point in time.