Disability caravan entrance

[RayR]

My wife has developed a disability and cannot climb stair so getting in and out of caravan has become almost impossible.
Does any one have any ideas on ramps/lifts that don't cost the earth.

 

[Mr Grumpy]

Have a look at www.motorstep.net
Not exactly cheap but may be the answer.

 

[RayR]

Yes, looked at that and is an option also looked at liftmaster RV @ 12 to 15000 Aus dollars, not an option

 

[Peanut]

Very good for level hard standing, not so good for a wet field, I would be afraid of it sinking on one side to be honest.

 

[Mr Grumpy]

Very good for level hard standing, not so good for a wet field, I would be afraid of it sinking on one side to be honest.

Fully agree. If using on anything other than hard standings I'd be looking at placing a largish piece of board under it to provide a firmer base.

 

[Raywood]

Possibly the best bet is trying classified ads to see if you can get a second hand one, also check the suppliers who might have some.

 

[Danddandy]

C J Autos Heywood do all types of lifting gizmos that could be modified to suit your needs.

 

[audiorob]

Judging by the posts is Ray living in Australia, so perhaps seeking general advice rather than specific UK suppliers?

 

[RayR]

Very good for level hard standing, not so good for a wet field, I would be afraid of it sinking on one side to be honest.

Yes that was my thoughts as well, would be very unstable on soft or uneven ground

 

[RayR]

Judging by the posts is Ray living in Australia, so perhaps seeking general advice rather than specific UK suppliers?

Correct, i do live in Australia and bought the Bailey Pageant. Very different from Aus caravans but we love it. So just looking for general ideas, A ramp seems to be the cheapest but would need to be about 10 -12ft long so it is not to much of a slope. I was just wondering if anyone on here as a disability or spouse with disability and can give some ideas.
All ideas are very welcome that's how you solve a problem
Thanks
Ray

 

[bertieboy1]

My wife has developed a disability and cannot climb stair so getting in and out of caravan has become almost impossible.
Does any one have any ideas on ramps/lifts that don't cost the earth.

Try motorstep,net

 

[Hutch]

Try motorstep,net

That's what Mr, Grumpy mentioned in post #2.

 

[Beachball]

Correct, i do live in Australia and bought the Bailey Pageant. Very different from Aus caravans but we love it. So just looking for general ideas, A ramp seems to be the cheapest but would need to be about 10 -12ft long so it is not to much of a slope. I was just wondering if anyone on here as a disability or spouse with disability and can give some ideas.
All ideas are very welcome that's how you solve a problem
Thanks
Ray

Hi Ray i have sent you a message has that help

 

[RayR]

Bit the bullet and got a "Motorstep" demo model from importer. Cost UA$4700 $1000 off new price, but was my only option really works great in the driveway but will see on or next trip. Mainly prks with concrete slaps so should be OK
Thanks for your replies
Ray