Dee Zee FX vs Westin HDX running boards

[Druder]

I'm thinking about adding running boards to my truck and these two caught my eye as they're in the $300 range. My father had the Dee Zees on his 03 2500 but I've yet to see anyone on here with them on a 2014+. I like them because they have a mudflap built in, they're aluminum, and they seal against the body to stop stuff from blasting the side of the truck. I remember them having an old man look but it appears from the single picture I found that they tuck more on this model than my father's. The Westins have a rugged look, they tuck into the body with a drop step, and they have the advantage of having actual reviews. I'm looking for some real world experience, I didn't think I'd miss side steps but every time I get into a truck with them I'm reminded how useful they are.

[Druder]

Well my suspicions were probably correct, nobody has experience with the Dee Zees

[Denali_Joe]

Sorry, I have the HDX for a couple months, like them a lot so far.  Little gap between front fender and start of step, but not too shabby.

 

[Druder]

Ended up going with the Dee Zee FX, wish I had pulled the trigger sooner. Very happy with them so far, time will tell how clean they keep the side of my truck.

[mcdavis]

I've had the HDX's now for a couple of weeks and love them. Steps line up perfectly for getting in and out and are plenty big.

[KJS Sullivan]

I've had the HDX's now for a couple of weeks and love them. Steps line up perfectly for getting in and out and are plenty big.

I have not researched these at all but seeing your truck I was wondering if you found that there was a full-length running board available rather than just a cab length?

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[mcdavis]

5 hours ago, KJS Sullivan said:

I have not researched these at all but seeing your truck I was wondering if you found that there was a full-length running board available rather than just a cab length?

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Yes, there is a 3 step version that runs wheel to wheel.

[mcdavis]

Here's a pic showing the HDX's.