Step Bars

bigdogs · September 20, 2003

Can anyone recommend a good step bar for a 2003 2500HD extended cab Sierra. I want one that mounts to the frame (preferbly no drilling) and that is good and sturdy. Apparently this truck is higher than the 2000 1500 Silverado and the wife complains about getting into it...

Thanks

chevyman992002 · September 21, 2003

I've heard good things about NFAB step bars, but I have no idea how they mount up.

Red2500HD · October 16, 2003

go with Westin SS bars. Look great and very strong

DSZ71 · October 16, 2003

I've heard good things about NFAB step bars, but I have no idea how they mount up.

You can check out the N-Fabs HERE!, but these are nerf bars. I just ordered a set from them on Monday. I think that 4 Wheel Parts Wholesalers bought them out or have some kind of an agreement with them because Genuine Steel ( a division of 4 WP) has an advertisement showing the N-Fab products with their name on it.

bigdogs · October 16, 2003

Thanks for the info. I contacted them but didn't want to drill through the body of my Sierra to install them. They do look really nice but want something that is bolted to the frame instead.

dcnfrost_69 · October 16, 2003

Hey, check this out:

http://www.truckxccessory.com/truckxccesso...b-204020-2.html

The Aries Offroad Side Bars are made of a highly polished heavy-duty 304 stainless steel with a limited lifetime warranty from defects in material and workmanship. Constructed of 3" heavy wall compressed tube with non-skid custom steps. Easy bolt-on installation with no drilling.

Hope that helped.

bigdogs · October 16, 2003

Looks like a real nice bar but they only show them for crewcabs and mine is an extended cab shortbox. Maybe they will add that to their line later???

stebob · October 16, 2003

You might want to check Summit Racing as well. They look just like the Westin bars. I only assume they are made by Westin. The Summit brand looks to be at least $50 cheaper, too.

dcnfrost_69 · October 17, 2003

Looks like a real nice bar but they only show them for crewcabs and mine is an extended cab shortbox. Maybe they will add that to their line later???

I'm sorry. I put 2500HD instead of 2500. It gave me the result of 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD Ext. Cab. • 2000-03 GMC Sierra 2500HD Extended Cab

Here is the correct link:

http://www.truckxccessory.com/truckxccesso...b-204021-2.html

Redapple · November 29, 2003

I got a set of Westin's. They have 2 or 3 brackets (Depending on Crew or extended) that bolt up to where the Cab mounts to the frame. Then the bars bolt to the brackets. 6 bolts + no drillin = easy! They look great too. They cost about 200 bucks give or take depending where you are.

Good Luck

Bill

daxrizo · December 16, 2003

try these guys....excellent quality

http://www.besttruckaccessories.com/sidebars/index.htm

jpread · December 25, 2003

Got a set of new "GM" take offs from a guy on Ebay.

He's got some listed now.

I found mine by searching for "silverado nerf"

Easy instal, perfect fit.

Best of all, I'm a big guy and these things don't move when I stand on them.

lhoard · January 2, 2004

I've got Stainless Steel Chrome Westin's on my 2000 Z71. Love them!

Delaware · January 3, 2004

Westin

blueflavor · November 30, 2007

I have deezee bars on my z71 that mount to the bushings under the body they sit a little close to the frame for me but im trying to find a drop bracket for them now but no drilling is required though