Removing predator steps

[bigcanoe]

I am thinking of removing the Predator steps that came on my OR. Should I put some galvanized bolts in the holes after removing them or is it ok to leave it open? I assume it might get filled with dirt/mud/etc. so probably best to buy some short bolts to fill em?

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[tna]

Yes you’re supposed to replace the bolts. Keeps dirt and mud from filling in. I removed mine and left the bolts in place

 

[bigcanoe]

Oh so the bolts dont go with it when you sell it? I figured someone who buys it would need those.

 

[Ruckus]

Oh so the bolts dont go with it when you sell it? I figured someone who buys it would need those.

Negative - the bolts are in place on all vehicles with or without the steps.

 

[bsquaredMTB]

Interesting. I sent my bolts with the steps when I sold mine, but that's because I replaced the steps with sliders. I didn't realize that all trucks already had the bolts, but that makes sense! Thanks for the info!

 

[bigcanoe]

Me too, thanks!

 

[Dirt]

Purchased my TRD OR without running boards. Removed the OEM bolts and used those that came with my choice of running boards. They seemed to be a stronger made, slightly longer bolt than those filling the holes from the factory.

 

[TX-BluStreak]

I'm curious, what would you put in its place @bigcanoe? Would you leave it as is, or install some sort of rocker protectors instead? I still have a set of rocker protectors from my TRD Pro after switching over to the TRD aluminum running boards. I haven't had much luck selling them, so if you're ever in TX, I wouldn't mind just giving them to you for FREE.

 

[bigcanoe]

I'm curious, what would you put in its place @bigcanoe? Would you leave it as is, or install some sort of rocker protectors instead? I still have a set of rocker protectors from my TRD Pro after switching over to the TRD aluminum running boards. I haven't had much luck selling them, so if you're ever in TX, I wouldn't mind just giving them to you for FREE.

That is very kind! I live in NC but you never know...I am planning on nothing for now. Maybe when the cash funds replenish I would get some kind of rock rail.

 

[rijc99]

Ah crap… anyone know the specs of those bolts? I gave mine away. Also how many I need?

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