Trailer steps

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Lady friend of mine has a horse trailer, floor about 2 feet off the ground.  She has a couple of bad knees and wanted a sturdy step with a 7" rise and 12" tread, to get up and down.  Fab'd one up for her.Frame is 24" W x 24" L x 14" H.  Made it with 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 1/8" angle, step braces are 1" x 1" x 1/8" angle, and the feet (for soft ground) are 2" x 1/8" bar, expanded metal is 3/4" x #9.  The expanded metal is for muddy boots, better traction and lighter weight.  Stick welded it with 3/32" 7014 and the expanded metal tacked with 5/32" 6013 (that thin stuff burns thru pretty easy).
Reply:Nice step
Reply:Very nice!
Reply:Best thing is that they are light enough for her to move around...only about 35 lbs. is my guess.  Thanks for the comments.
Reply:Originally Posted by shortfuse  Stick welded it with 3/32" 7014 and the expanded metal tacked with 5/32" 6013 (that thin stuff burns thru pretty easy).
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveDo you have a typo on the 6013?  5/32" is a little big for expanded metal.
Reply:Nice step! Watch out for them horse girls They are all crazy. I dated a few fun to ride but cray as hell.Miller trailblazer302Millerxmt304millermatic 200lincoln squarwavelincoln SA250lincoln SAE400Climax BB5000
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveLooks good, I'm sure it's strong nuff . I like 7014 rods too.Do you have a typo on the 6013?  5/32" is a little big for expanded metal - maybe you meant 5/64" ?