Rock Sliders

I'm in the market for a set of bolt on sliders and wanted to know if and why people had an opinion on one set vs another. I understand some are brand loyal but really I'm looking for input on what I should be looking for in a set. I understand the difference between DOM and HREW, and kickout vs none but I don't know what I should be looking for in regards to construction, mounting, strength etc. Any input would be appreciated!

 

Any of the well-known names should be good. I am looking for a step slider myself, and will probably go with Shrockworks. But any of the others, CBI, Demello, etc. would do just fine as well.

Now, if I were doing some hard core off-roading, I would get Slee sliders. Little more expensive, but for me, would be worth it.

 

First find out if any are manufactured near you. My decision was 100% made by the fact that BAMF was close by and I went and picked them up.

 

@Mobtown Offroad has the best mounting solution in my opinion. It effectively boxes the frame instead of just a simple bolt through like most and uses high strength beam clamps in the rear. Solid company, very active here and stand by their product.

Often the frame will begin to fail before the slider does and the C-clamp helps reduce frame failure from repeated abuse.

http://mobtownoffroad.com/2015/11/18/what-makes-moboff-bolt-on-sliders-the-best/

 

agreed, @Mobtown Offroad makes the best stuff. I have there sliders and skids. As Joe said, they wrap around the frame. I have the kickout. Keeps things from hitting the sides of the bed and is a nice step to jump back there. Heavy, quality product and one of the more affordable options.

 

I went with SOS Concepts, I believe they are operating out of NC. Mine are on the truck for delivery so I don't have anything to review yet, but what I wanted was something that supported the full weight of the truck and bolted on with no drilling.

 

I have SOS sliders on my truck. @EddyRRT is based out of Upstate South Carolina.

 

This pic is from a while back when I first had them installed. They have since saved my doors on multiple occasions.

 

Damn, looks like I just missed the @Mobtown Offroad free shipping offer too. I can't remember who it was but wasn't there a post about a free hi lift jack with purchase? I can't find the thread.

 

Don't worry. Black Friday deals will be coming up in a couple of weeks.

 

OP this guy has the right idea, SOS Concepts is (reasonably) close to you if your in FL. @EddyRRT makes great sliders. He made mine at 0 degrees and with fill plates so they double as steps for the wife and dogs. I used them to load my bike on to my roof rack too.

 

A dude in Jacksonville is selling his Pelfreybilt bolt ons.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/the-florida-classifieds.171520/page-795#post-16332954

 

Thats why I'm asking

 

PB makes quality stuff.

 

Frame failure before the slider? that's somewhat concerning

 

I agree, welding is the best way for the most strength and lightest weight

 

Bought a pair of Shrockwork sliders(4 month wait time) for my 2015 TRD OR and took them off after I sold it. I call Shrockworks and they said no way they will fit the new Tacomas. Long story short they fit perfectly on the 2017 TRD OR

 

Frame failure might be a harsh description, rather the frame will begin to warp and bend under repeated hits and usage over time. Product of an open box frame.

 

MOBTOWN

 

I picked-up some Shrockworks off craigslist. They are bolt-on but require 4 holes to be drilled into frame. A couple hours to install and had to recruit a helper with a very small forearm.