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Vincef329 New Member

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Hi all,

So I picked up these N-fabs from Amazon. Install was surprisingly easy and the hardware seems good. I've had Westin bars and they were rusting in 2 years so I'm going a less expensive route this time. They're already 3 months old and show no signs that I get in and out of the cab 3/4 times daily.

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weagle99
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I installed Amp Research Power Steps on my GMT900 recently and will never own another truck without them.

anthony2558
anthony2558

N-Fab wheel to wheel.   Tapatalk via Moto X    

mzodarg
mzodarg

Pics of my truck with the AMP power step.    

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5150GMC Enthusiast

5150GMC

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Here is a side picture and step measurement.

 

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Now, those are some nice bars IMO, perfect fit all around...............steps are more functional than any I've seen on here, how much?

bgweed Enthusiast

bgweed

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Now, those are some nice bars IMO, perfect fit all around...............steps are more functional than any I've seen on here, how much?

 

Funny story... yesterday on my way into work, I saw a truck with some really good looking step bars, so I pulled a U-turn and tracked him down to a Chik-Fil-A drive through... I slowly went past him and saw "Ranch Hand" on a giant nameplate. I searched on here and found the exact post you quoted.

 

I've been seeing (just looked a bit yesterday) the 2 step per side version for $500 and the 3 step per side for $600.

 

ChaseN has some white ones for sale here:

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/194743-ranch-hand-steps

Says he's selling because it makes his truck look low. I agree in those pics. Maybe because it's white? Anyway his pics gave me pause, as well as the price being a bit higher than other options (Westin HDX). Still may get them though.

bgweed Enthusiast

bgweed

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Im undecided between the Ranch Hand & Westin HDX..........................

 

I feel ya. I was pretty much sold on the Westin HDX or HDX Xtreme, but then I was thinking that the angular style wasn't the best for the Sierra, and maybe it worked better on a Silverado or Wrangler... but then I see pictures again and second guess.

 

If I pick up a pair of the Ranch Hand steps I'd get matte finish; not sure about 2 steps or 3 though.

 

HDX on Sierra:

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HDX on Silverado:

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HDX on Wrangler:

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And another pic of the Ranch Hands just for fun:

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RocNYRunner Enthusiast

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I feel ya. I was pretty much sold on the Westin HDX or HDX Xtreme, but then I was thinking that the angular style wasn't the best for the Sierra, and maybe it worked better on a Silverado or Wrangler... but then I see pictures again and second guess.

 

If I pick up a pair of the Ranch Hand steps I'd get matte finish; not sure about 2 steps or 3 though.

 

HDX on Sierra:

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The house behind that Sierra looks just like mine. Hey, wait a minute...

 

I'm still very happy with my Westins. I think they compliment the angles on the grill, etc. Now if Santa brings that leveling kit that I asked for they'll look even better!

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EffinQuick New Member

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Here are my NFABS After 2.5 years, not even 10k miles on truck. In NJ.... Not much exposure to snow/salt to say the least. (these pics were taken in July - they are worse now.)

Looking at other options... thanks for the recommendations in this thread.

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Clocked92 Enthusiast

Clocked92

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That rust is terrible and the exact reason I've had a hard time deciding what boards to buy. I think no matter what, I'm going to be doing my steps in bedliner when I decide.

slj2008 Senior Enthusiast

slj2008

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That rust is terrible and the exact reason I've had a hard time deciding what boards to buy. I think no matter what, I'm going to be doing my steps in bedliner when I decide.

 

have them line-x

Abearclaw Enthusiast

Abearclaw

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In case anyone was wondering my frozen amp steps still work. Super pumped on the fresh powder up in big bear right now!

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amxguy1970 Senior Enthusiast

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That's nice, glad to see they can handle a quick jaunt in to the cold in a light dusting of snow; not exactly the conditions I have read about them failing in...

 

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Abearclaw Enthusiast

Abearclaw

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That's nice, glad to see they can handle a quick jaunt in to the cold in a light dusting of snow; not exactly the conditions I have read about them failing in...

 

Tyler

Yeah you're right. It's not the ****in arctic LOL. You're such a troll.

 

 

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CaptainMcFunk Enthusiast

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How hard where these to install? Any drilling required or does it bolt right on? I just purchased a set.

Not hard at all, they bolt into pre existing holes underneath. I installed them by myself in about an hour. I still love them! For the price, they can't be beat!

 

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