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Can't decide on running boards?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by moe2o4, Oct 19, 2015.

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  1. Oct 19, 2015 at 5:02 PM
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    Hi guys having a tough time deciding on a set of running boards for my 16. Was thinking about n fabs 3 step bed access! Anyone got any recommendations or pictures?
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  2. Oct 19, 2015 at 7:09 PM
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    I want to buy the powered automatic ones. Just having a really hard time justifying the $1200. I keep telling myself that I will use them every time I get in and out...
     
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  3. Oct 19, 2015 at 7:12 PM
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    Just get rock sliders instead.
     
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  4. Oct 19, 2015 at 7:16 PM
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    I'm looking myself, but we probably wont use them, (my mom would, I had to literally push her up and in) :) but they will look nice!
     
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  5. Oct 19, 2015 at 7:19 PM
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    I posted mine a few days ago.

    Raptor 5" Black Oval Nerf Bars purchased from RunningBoardWarehouse.com

     
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    On every running board and side steps thread, people
    always say get sliders.
     
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    Yepp. And I also read that sliders need to be welded to the frame. Which makes sense based on the function they serve. However, I don't think I'd ever drive into that kind of off-road scenario. In fact, I'd avoid it. Any place where sliders would save me, I'm sure I've already damaged some other part of my truck at that point.
     
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  8. Oct 19, 2015 at 8:25 PM
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    Sliders don't just protect you from offroad. They protect you from parking lot doordings/shopping carts. When a vehicle decides to cut you off and not check their blind spot they will hit sliders. Just a thought :)
     
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  9. Oct 19, 2015 at 8:32 PM
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    Ya that's what I'm thinking, any companies make bolt on sliders for the 16? Also has anyone ever bought these?

    http://www.n-fab.com/products/sfID1/67/sfID2/106/sfID3/107/productID/1017
     
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  10. Oct 19, 2015 at 8:33 PM
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    Get sliders. Actually provide protection and can be used as a step. If you go with true bolt on, they are easily taken off, unlike welding them. BAMF has some bolt on, no drilling at all. Those electric ones wear out, and they are not cheap to replace.
     
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    I bought ProZ 6" Ovals.....They protect against my wife's CRV doors so they should protect against all vehicle doors. 6"s are pretty wide . I don't need them to get in the truck. I bought them for parking lot protection. $279 Shipped

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    Just get Boat Sides instead
     
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    What's a slider? Retractable side step?
     
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    I did not realize you could get bolt on sliders. I swear I googled for these. Everything I read stated sliders need to be welded to the frame for structural integrity. But I can see how those BAMF bolt-ons work. They must weigh quite a bit but it sure solves the no-weld issue.
     
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    Was looking around on their site and couldn't find any for access cabs?
     
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  19. Oct 19, 2015 at 8:57 PM
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    Several companies sell them. Welding would make them stronger, but I'm sure they've tested them out.
     
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  20. Oct 20, 2015 at 9:49 AM
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    i bought the toyota running boards, mounts on 3 points underneath the vehicle. very solid. easier with 2 people to install, everything is layed out and ready for you, just have to mount the bolts. $750.

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