Kwikee 379160 Gear Box and A-Linkage Assembly for Electric RV Steps

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<h3>Kwikee Products Co: Over 50 Years of RV Entry Innovation</h3><p>Few names carry as much weight in the recreational vehicle world as <strong>Kwikee Products Co</strong>. <a href="/7419-kwikee-products-co">Kwikee</a> has been a leading manufacturer of electric step assemblies for RVs and motorhomes since 1972, when founder Keith Huber recognized a simple but pressing problem: the manual steel steps on most RVs of the era were heavy, cumbersome, and prone to damage. His solution — an electric step built from aircraft-quality aluminum — transformed how RV owners enter and exit their rigs, and the brand has never looked back.</p><h3>A Brand Built on Engineering and Durability</h3><p>Manufactured in Elkhart, Indiana — the heart of the North American RV industry — every Kwikee step is the product of a vertically integrated production process, from prototype development and aluminum die casting through final assembly. The company holds ISO 9001 certification for its quality management system, and all steps are certified by the National Sanitation Foundation to meet RV step installation requirements. That attention to manufacturing discipline means the products that leave the factory are consistent, reliable, and built to last through years of daily use.</p><p>Today, Kwikee is a brand of <strong>Lippert Components</strong>, one of the most recognized suppliers of RV and marine hardware in North America. This relationship gives Kwikee access to world-class engineering resources while preserving the focused expertise that made the brand famous. Kwikee steps are original equipment on RVs built by Winnebago, Tiffin, Jayco, Forest River, Thor, Fleetwood, Heartland, Dutchmen, and dozens of other major manufacturers.</p><h3>The Kwikee Product Lineup</h3><p>Kwikee&apos;s electric step assemblies are available across three distinct product lines to meet a wide range of RV types and use cases. The <em>Kwikee Classic</em> line — a favorite among RVers for more than 40 years — is offered in single, double, and triple configurations. The <em>Kwikee Revolution</em> line features alloy construction that is roughly 30% lighter than comparable competing steps, without sacrificing load capacity. And the <em>Kwikee Platinum</em> line adds reinforcement plates and precision-engineered stiffeners between treads, with a testing record of more than 40,000 extension/retraction cycles. Every step across all lines is rated to handle 300 lbs. or more, uses air-pressed rivets in pivot points for long-term structural integrity, and features a reflective strip for added nighttime safety.</p><p>Beyond complete assemblies, Kwikee provides the full ecosystem of components RV owners need to keep their steps performing at their best. From <a href="/7419-kwikee-products-co-rv-step-rug-18310">RV step rugs and covers</a> that protect tread surfaces and help keep campsite dirt outside the coach, to <a href="/7419-kwikee-products-co-step-nerf-bar-1082">step nerf bar</a> solutions that provide sturdy entry-point support, Kwikee covers the full spectrum of RV entryway needs. Replacement motors, control modules, wiring harnesses, door switches, and repair kits are all available, making Kwikee a go-to source for both new installations and long-term maintenance.</p><h3>Why RVers Trust Kwikee</h3><p>The automatic extend-and-retract feature is at the heart of what makes Kwikee steps so beloved: the step deploys the moment the RV door is opened and tucks away cleanly when it closes, with a built-in ignition override that ensures the steps are always retracted before the vehicle moves. A hidden amber light improves visibility at the threshold after dark, and an anti-slip surface on every tread provides confident footing in wet or muddy conditions. For an RVing community that values both convenience and safety, these details add up to a product that genuinely improves every trip.</p>