Sussex Duo rear doors

by Sally Sun Apr 15, 2018 3:38 pm

The Sussex Duo has a step below the rear doors, running the width of the van. I hope this is not a foolish question, but can this actually be used as a step, or is it purely decorative? It’s quite a step up for a 5’ 4” lady with short legs!

Many thanks
Sally
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by Gromit Sun Apr 15, 2018 3:42 pm

No question is foolish if you don't know the answer Sally.

I don't know either, but I know some men who will. Paul or Roger will be along soon, and they will know.

by Paulmold Sun Apr 15, 2018 4:21 pm

To be honest I don't use it as when parked at home it's so close to the wall that I can't get in that way. I think it's purely a covering over bumper. The first Warwicks actually had a proper rear step as can be seen in this image. With the step the measurement was over 6mtrs so maybe the reason for its removal was to keep it under 6mtrs to prevent higher charges on ferries..

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by Tengah74 Sun Apr 15, 2018 6:07 pm

We have a Sussex, used the step all the time( knackered knees ! ) , no problem. Suggest that you also get a small folding step from Dunelm, it helps and can be attatched to the bulkhead at the rear of the bed/ seat. Folded it does not restrict the door when closed.Hope this helps.
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by Sally Sun Apr 15, 2018 6:17 pm

Hi Gromit/Paul/Tengah

Thanks for those comments; I’ll try it out tentatively. I’m not that big, I can get in a size 12 if I choose my store wisely.

Good idea about the step, I’ll check them out.

Many thanks
Sally
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by Gromit Sun Apr 15, 2018 6:34 pm

Sally wrote:I’m not that big, I can get in a size 12 if I choose my store wisely.

Sally
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Blimey - those are some whopping big feet for a little lady!! lol4

Glad you got it sorted. I thought it had to be a usable step, but I wasn't sure.

by Sally Sun Apr 15, 2018 7:41 pm

Gromit wrote:
Sally wrote:I’m not that big, I can get in a size 12 if I choose my store wisely.

Sally
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Blimey - those are some whopping big feet for a little lady!!

Glad you got it sorted. I thought it had to be a usable step, but I wasn't sure.

by Guest Sun Apr 15, 2018 7:47 pm

Hi Sally
We use the rear step that is part of the rear bumper all the time with no issues Wallis3 up!

by Sally Mon Apr 16, 2018 7:11 am

Wallis3 wrote:Hi Sally
We use the rear step that is part of the rear bumper all the time with no issues Wallis3

Excellent. I shall boldly go.......

Sally
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by Guest Mon Apr 16, 2018 8:03 am

perhaps a retractable sliding step would have been a good idea, lower access step but no increase in length, if this is an issue on a ferry...

by **roli** Mon Apr 16, 2018 8:38 am

I have to confess that in 2 years I have only had the back doors open about half a dozen times but have probably used it as a step

by Spospe Tue Apr 17, 2018 11:35 am

It is a step and can be stood on all along its length (I use it when doing the weekly clean of the van).

by Sally Tue Apr 17, 2018 12:05 pm

Sally Spospe wrote:It is a step and can be stood on all along its length (I use it when doing the weekly clean of the van).

Excellent, although mine won’t be getting a weekly clean!

Sally
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