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What style running boards to get

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 20taco12, Nov 10, 2012.

  1. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:10 AM
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    20taco12

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    Hey just wondering what type of running boards I should get for my 2013 DCLB trd sport that is black. I was thinking oval ones or the running boards that have the steps not sure. Leaning more toward black instead of stainless.
    Suggestions would be great.
    Thanks

    BTW this is my first post so be easy on me.
     
  2. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:31 AM
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    Go with the black oval ones, that's what I'd get. I don't think you can go wrong with any of them.
     
  3. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:35 AM
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    Buy these and paint , powdercoat or LineX them black

    Black but rust resistant

    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/showpost.php?p=5946372
     
  4. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:39 AM
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    where are you located? i have my stock predator steps in storage
     
  5. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:45 AM
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    I had the predator tube steps and they are SWEET! Aggressive looking, but don't get in the way. Very functional for getting in and out of the truck AND when you have to wash the roof of the truck. Not my truck, just stole off another thread to show you

    [​IMG]
     
  6. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:46 AM
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    Mine are NFabs
     
  7. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:52 AM
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    Sorry, I was referring to the style. But yes, these type of bars are nice.
     
  8. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:56 AM
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    I live in NY. The predator steps are pretty much what I am looking for, how much.
     
  9. Nov 10, 2012 at 10:59 AM
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    well shipping to ny would be quite a bit from tx. let me see if i can get a quote
     
  10. Nov 10, 2012 at 11:08 AM
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    its about 75 just for shipping, cuz of the size
     
  11. Nov 10, 2012 at 11:15 AM
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    Thanks, how much do you want for yours?
     
  12. Nov 10, 2012 at 11:17 AM
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    I'd look into more of a slider type step. Like the nfabs and other companies.
     
  13. Nov 10, 2012 at 11:18 AM
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    If you plan on a lift or are already lifted, I'd get the predator style steps.
    I have the Toyota running boards and they are very high, but look nice. They also protect the body from getting dirty. I think the factory tube steps sit lower. When I lift mine, I will be getting predators and selling the running boards on craigslist.
    [​IMG]
    They hug the body nicely, but are very high.
     
  15. Nov 10, 2012 at 11:46 AM
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  16. Nov 12, 2012 at 5:29 PM
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    Thanks guys for all your input, just ordered 3" nfabs off running board warehouse for $352 with free shipping.
     

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