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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by PistolPetey, Apr 14, 2017.

  1. Apr 14, 2017 at 3:16 PM
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    PistolPetey

    PistolPetey [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I'm thinking about getting some steps for my truck, thinking nerf bars with the side steps on them. I would get sliders but I don't really wheel much so I don't think theyd be worth the extra money. How much are people paying for steps like this? I'm seeing prices anywhere from $200-500, are the cheap ones something I should avoid?
     
  2. Apr 14, 2017 at 3:23 PM
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    geekhouse23

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    $2-500?! I think I paid $250-$300 for my sliders from Brandon at Avid Offroad. Preventing and administering door dings is worth it in my book
     
  3. Apr 14, 2017 at 3:27 PM
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    PistolPetey

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  4. Apr 14, 2017 at 6:57 PM
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    I mean it depends man. Step bars are exactly that. Step bars, but sliders are around the same price. But there's many options out there... I have the nfab bars from Amazon. But I regret getting step bars. because for the same price you can have sliders with a step on it. Check out c4fab sliders. Has the step built in the sliders
     
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  5. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:06 PM
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    I had the NFAB smittybilt side steps on my last Tacoma. They chipped and rusted within a year. They were replaced under warranty and I just sold the new set. Was not impressed by the powder coat. I will say they were one of those things that seemed like a good idea, but once they were on the truck I didn't find them useful.
     
  6. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:26 PM
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    Check out AutoAnything, they have great prices for nerf bars/steps. :thumbsup:
     
  7. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:38 PM
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    look awesome but definitely out of my price range, I don't really wheel at all here on long island so I'm not too worried about protecting my doors. really just need a step but I hate the look of running boards so I was thinking nerf bars
     
  8. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:43 PM
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    Yup then I recommend the nfab bars, Qucik install and it helps get everyone in the vehicle, if I didn't have a wife I wouldn't have these
     
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  9. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:26 PM
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    Nfab 3" looks real nice.
     
  10. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:42 PM
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    DEMikey

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    i did nfab 3" bars, i only go off roading on the beach and need them to get to my roof rack. they get sand balsted so im not concerned with the finish. they will get line - x'd soon anyway.

    i havent had any issues with the nfab nerfs.
     
  11. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:47 PM
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    Has anyone had the nfab nerf bars line-x'd??
     
  12. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:48 PM
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    I did mine in the Herculiner. Holds up really well.
     
  13. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:49 PM
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    Did you spray or roll on? Pics? :)
     
  14. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:51 PM
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    I can get some close up shots tomorrow. It fades but a bottle of rhino shine brings it right back to new looking.
     
  16. Apr 18, 2017 at 5:57 PM
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    Cool, yeah I would like to see them!
     
  17. Apr 18, 2017 at 6:13 PM
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    I have Go Rhino's. First set purchased in 2013 rusted within a year. Got them replaced thru warranty in 2015. New version, retail for $500. Still look great!
     
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  18. Apr 18, 2017 at 7:16 PM
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    The Go Rhino's do look super clean, highly recommend these.

    Looks sick on your truck :thumbsup:
     
  19. Apr 19, 2017 at 10:16 AM
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    Thank you!:thumbsup:
     
  20. Apr 19, 2017 at 10:21 AM
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