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About to install AMP Powersteps....any tips or pointers?

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I bought a used set off of a member here and it didn't come with the plug and play kit. I don't want to deal with removing door panel and hardwiring to the truck so I'm going to order the Plug n Play conversion kit. Seems pretty straight forward looking at the directions. Those of you that have installed it, did the instructions do a pretty good job at explaining things? Any additional info you could offer?

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Tim99GT Enthusiast

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I installed my steps myself and it was a breeze (I used the plug and play kit as well). Just follow the instructions step by step and you should be golden.

 

All in all i think the install time was about 3 hours give or take (includes assembly time for the motor and arms). Granted, i did cut the led lights that came with the steps off and installed a set of LED light bars instead (They're brighter) so that took a little extra time.

 

You're going to love them by the way. They're one of the best purchases for my truck i have made.

Kerrslight Enthusiast

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I installed my steps myself and it was a breeze (I used the plug and play it as well). Just follow the instructions step by step and you should be golden.

 

All in all i think the install time was about 3 hours give or take (includes assembly time for the motor and arms). Granted, i did cut the led lights that came with the steps off and installed a set of LED light bars instead (They're brighter) so that took a little extra time.

 

You're going to love them by the way. They're one of the best purchases for my truck i have made.

 

Thanks for the info Tim. I've wanted a set of these since the day I bought my truck. Just didn't want to pay for them lol. Found a good deal and pulled the trigger. My motor is assembled. All I need to do is get my Plug n Play conversion harness in and mount the steps.

 

I have never been a big fan of the lights that come with the kit. They look very blue/purple. I had planned on putting a different set of lights in there anyway. Were you able to use the wiring that came with the lights? My plan is to cut off the ones on there now and put some better/brighter looking ones under there.

Tim99GT Enthusiast

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Yes, you can use the same wiring. I literally just cut the light off and then soldered the new lights to the existing wiring and heat shrink-ed the connection.

I used a set of COB lights (2 per side) on each side of the truck since the step harness has the wiring available for two lights. Others here have used LED strip lights with success as well.

Link to COB lights: http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-Super-Bright-White-Car-COB-LED-Lights-DRL-Fog-Driving-Lamp-Waterproof-DC-12V-/291161780706?hash=item43ca9831e2:g:SK8AAOSwu4BVvxIG&vxp=mtr

 

What it turned out like:

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dbcooper748 Enthusiast

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Yes, you can use the same wiring. I literally just cut the light off and then soldered the new lights to the existing wiring and heat shrink-ed the connection.

I used a set of COB lights (2 per side) on each side of the truck since the step harness has the wiring available for two lights. Others here have used LED strip lights with success as well.

Link to COB lights: http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-Super-Bright-White-Car-COB-LED-Lights-DRL-Fog-Driving-Lamp-Waterproof-DC-12V-/291161780706?hash=item43ca9831e2:g:SK8AAOSwu4BVvxIG&vxp=mtr

 

What it turned out like:

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964699A8-520E-4666-B44D-CA7F6F8CD394_zps

B16B1216-B6C1-40DE-8B87-E5C37150E786_zps

B2031DD1-8FB0-4066-937E-AAF38F1B268D_zps

Do you have any pics of them with the lights off, where u can see the actual light install? Im looking to do something like this on my oem running board setup
Tim99GT Enthusiast

Tim99GT

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I don't think I have any on my phone, but I'll take one tomorrow if the weather is decent and post it

dbcooper748 Enthusiast

dbcooper748

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I don't think I have any on my phone, but I'll take one tomorrow if the weather is decent and post it

Thanks!

baggedlvintegra Enthusiast

baggedlvintegra

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Yes, you can use the same wiring. I literally just cut the light off and then soldered the new lights to the existing wiring and heat shrink-ed the connection.

I used a set of COB lights (2 per side) on each side of the truck since the step harness has the wiring available for two lights. Others here have used LED strip lights with success as well.

Link to COB lights: http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-Super-Bright-White-Car-COB-LED-Lights-DRL-Fog-Driving-Lamp-Waterproof-DC-12V-/291161780706?hash=item43ca9831e2:g:SK8AAOSwu4BVvxIG&vxp=mtr

 

What it turned out like:

059F7840-30B8-430F-8EE7-DFA3B783C9A8_zps

964699A8-520E-4666-B44D-CA7F6F8CD394_zps

B16B1216-B6C1-40DE-8B87-E5C37150E786_zps

B2031DD1-8FB0-4066-937E-AAF38F1B268D_zps

Looks great, simple cheap upgrade. So the COB lights are thin enough that they don't interfere with the steps when they are fully retracted? If so I'm going to order them now

Tim99GT Enthusiast

Tim99GT

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dbcooper748,

Ok, so i tried to get a few pictures of the install. I'm currently at work so this is the best i can do short of actually crawling up under the truck in the office parking lot lol. I can try to get more after work if need be.

 

Edit: I forgot to mention that they are mounted by 3M double sided tape (comes on them already). I simply cleaned the area on the truck with rubbing alcohol to remove any grease or oils and stuck them on. Easy peasy :thumbs:

 

 

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Wiring:

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Steps up:

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Trying to show how thin the lights are:

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baggedlvintegra,

The lights are very thin (maybe 5mm thick?). I have them mounted out towards the side just a tad so that the light from them shines out a bit, but they still wouldn't touch even if the lights were mounted directly between the steps and the truck.

I actually bought a second set of these lights to mount in the bed to replace the factory bed lights because they are so bright and cheap. I just haven't had time to mount them yet though with work and all.

Ill also note that i have had the step lights installed for roughly 2 years and I've had no issues at all. That's surprising given how cheap they are haha

chuckl1218 Senior Enthusiast

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Nice lights! The LEDs that came with the AMP PowerSteps are very purplish in color - I have puddle lamps on the mirrors which are white like yours, but when the step lights are on, it looks odd. Another member used these so I bought a set, just haven't put them on yet...they make them for Crew Cab and Double Cab...mine's a Double Cab...http://www.ebay.com/itm/181817211052

 

Only other tip I would add is make sure you torque the bolts per the instructions and check them in a couple of months. Several members noticed they loosened up after a bit...

dbcooper748 Enthusiast

dbcooper748

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I don't think I have any on my phone, but I'll take one tomorrow if the weather is decent and post it

Thanks for the pics! I just ordered 2 sets!

Kerrslight Enthusiast

Kerrslight

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Thanks for the pics! I just ordered 2 sets!

 

I did the same thing and haven't even installed my steps yet lol

05cyclone Enthusiast

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Thanks for the pics! I just ordered 2 sets!

 

 

 

I did the same thing and haven't even installed my steps yet lol

This is perfect timing, I ordered 2 sets also. I noticed the other day that my amp lights are turning different colors 2 of the four are now a yellowish color while the others are still the blueish purple.

chuckl1218 Senior Enthusiast

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This is perfect timing, I ordered 2 sets also. I noticed the other day that my amp lights are turning different colors 2 of the four are now a yellowish color while the others are still the blueish purple.

Annoying isn't it? Especially annoying when puddle lights are on and they are white!

05cyclone Enthusiast

05cyclone

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Annoying isn't it? Especially annoying when puddle lights are on and they are white!

Yes very much so! I have my puddle lights off so its not too bad but its still annoying.

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