What Rock Sliders are you using

My Mobtowns deflect shopping carts at the Mall like you wouldn’t believe.



Also there’s a bit more to them than bent tubing, although I guess that is just what they are. Here are mine being preped and primed. I went Rattle Can (well paintgun) So I can touch them up when they get scratched.

 

That’s what I’m talking about...at least 3 good uses and counting!

 

Thanks! These are actually the 20° sliders, but I use them as a step anyways. The 5° option that RCI offers looks almost completely flat, and they stick out a little more

 

I have CBI bolt ons. I wasn't impressed with their customer service, and so much so I wont buy another product from them, even though they are designed well.

Id look at Mobtown bolt ons, or demello, or even relentless fab

 

BAMF, kickout, and DOM.... beautiful welds/craftsmanship. Heavier than some yes, but incredibly strong. Grade 8 hardware provided.

http://www.bayareametalfab.com/Rock-Sliders_c_1.html

 

Beefy! Definitely want to be able to lift the truck using a jack with them, so I am not looking for cosmetic sliders...though I think none mentioned yet are...

 

Definitely good advice, the shipping can be the deal breaker $100-200+.

 

Yeah they are, but they don’t come ready to weld on. It’s basically a kit. You have to weld the legs, base plates, and gussets to the sliders.




Here’s a few not so great pics, but you get the idea.

 

16 weeks. Jesus

 

I'm currently hunting for a new set, as well, and I think I've narrowed my choices down to two:

1. RCI 2016+ Tacoma Rock Sliders (Longbed, Powercoated)
https://www.rcimetalworks.com/2016-Tacoma-Rock-Sliders-TACO-16-06.htm

2. RRW 2016-2019 TOYOTA TACOMA BOLT-ON ROCK SLIDERS - LONG BED
https://www.***********************...ers-for-long-bed-model?variant=21148457566290

...unless someone can refer me to a decent fabricator near Raleigh, NC, that can whip up a set of weld-on customs?

 

Ive seen videos and pictures of the rrw, and while they look nice, I dont like that you need to upgrade the hardware, and actually drill to make them function as sliders. When you buy sliders, remember that they need to be able to handle the weight of the vehicle, and I know about ZERO people that have had rrw sliders in that situation. I know many that have had rci's on rocks. The rrw also doesnt stick out far enough to really prevent door dings, its about 1 inch too close. Just my opinion, but id look at a different set of sliders if you really are going to use them.

 

I picked up a set from BAMF.
If buying again I'd pick up a set from @Shmellmopwho ..just because he is local to So Cal and puts out a good product for a fair price. BAMF makes a excellent and beefy product as well but Ryan is just so much closer to the Los Angeles/OC area.

 

Thank you for that feedback! I do plan to actually use them for their intended purpose as sliders, so that type of information is invaluable. I'll keep digging for more reviews and info on the RRWs.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEWpAlX1N2s

 

The RRW sliders come with grade 8 hardware now. Just FYI

 

ouch! the sliders in that video don't match the information on the RRW website at all. Either they've completely changed the design and info on their site since that video was made in August, or the website info is just pure BS.

 

What about their claim that no drilling is required at all? Did the gentlemen in the video install them incorrectly?

 

Without drilling they would have mounted witrh 4 screws. By comparison, My cbis come with 8 minimum per side iirc

 

I might just a be a naive off road noobie, but I would be interested in understanding more about why ppl think sliders are so much better than nerf bars and side rails? Are they that much more functional? I’d also be happy to read up on it if this info already exists else where.

 

Doh!

I once had CBI on my short list for sliders, but they want $1400+ with shipping. That's just a bit much for sliders IMO. Do you know if they ever have 25% off sales? lol