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Very nice looking Gene. The actual step does not match the one in the manufacturer's picture. Over $100 for that step? Ouch!

Looks good from a distance. Any chance I can see some close up pictures of your work?

The difference is the location. It would be about half way between the front and middle axle. If the front went down the middle point would catch first.

If they are rigid, they may be an issue off-road. If they catch on anything they will tear, or even possibly damage the fuel tank.

Here is a sketch of my idea:

OK I think I came up with a nice design for a extra step to climb into the M939 cabs. It has to be the same length or shorter than the the existing step on the driver's side. Here is the design I came up with: The step shape is an L with triangles on the sides to help support the shelf...

How about some heavy chain with a 1/2" bolt through it with a pipe over the bolt as a spacer then another heavy chain and then a nut. So you would see front to back: 1/2" hex bolt head, heavy chain link, 1/2" or 5/8" ID pipe, heavy chain link, 1/2" lock nut. {}...

You are a member of a very large club of aging overweight guys and gals.

I have seen an RV bus that had a motorized step that came out when the driver opened the door. I am sure they are available for purchase if you have the deep pockets for the cost involved. I know this is extreme but it is an option.