Raptor side steps ? Anyone removed them?

[cc1999]

I like my side steps for body protection, but for me they seem to be more in the way of getting in and out quickly then they are helpful.
I think they are too high off the ground and seem to put me up way too high and then I have to crawl down into the truck.

Same thing happened with my Bronco.
Except with the 35s it was tall enough I did want something so I pulled the slider steps off the Bronco and installed power steps, which were about perfect for it.

I am thinking I don't really need anything for getting into the Ranger easily and quickly even with my upgraded 34s, which are really only 33.5.

I seem to recall a thread on here where someone posted pictures with the steps off his new Ranger Raptor, but I can't seem to find it.
I was also thinking there was talk of some cladding that be stuck on the belly of the truck to get some added paint protections with the steps gone.

Would love to see more pics without steps and to hear others thoughts on this, plus if anyone knew anything about the protective cladding for the belly of the trucks I would love to know more about it and where to get it.

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[Machduty]

I just did didn't care for them.

 

[cc1999]

I found the underbody protective cladding.
It is a Ford accessory.

SKU: VR1WZ1613208B

RANGER 2024 BLACK TEXTURED EXTERIOR TRIM BODY ARMOUR ROCKER PANEL PROTECTION FOR SUPERCREW


$289.00


ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
Details
Covers the door sill and rocker area under doors.

• Helps to provide protection from road debris and scratches
• Hides existing scratches and damage

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Ford Ranger 2024


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Catalogue: FLA

Brand: Bushwacker

 

[cc1999]

I just did didn't care for them.

Looks great!
Do you find it easier to just step right into it now?

I ordered that protective cladding for mine this morning.

 

[HighDesertRanger]

The steps do seem a little low on the Raptors. I think factory rock sliders would have mane more sense on this truck.

Here's one from Europe:

They are finally ON - rock sliders | Ranger6G - 2024+ Ranger & Raptor Forum, News, Owners, Community (6th Gen)

 

[Machduty]

Yes I find it much easier for me I'm used to jumping in my super duty with outside steps.

 

[mperezkr]

Afraid of door dings at target now. Only reason I'm leaving them on

 

[cc1999]

Yea, I hate loosing the protection that the steps offer, but I am already tired of stepping over them, especially when wearing shorts yesterday, that rough coating on them doesn’t feel that great on the side of my leg. lol.
‘I am going to leave mine on till the rocker rock guards come in.

 

[Climber]

I found the underbody protective cladding.
It is a Ford accessory.

SKU: VR1WZ1613208B

RANGER 2024 BLACK TEXTURED EXTERIOR TRIM BODY ARMOUR ROCKER PANEL PROTECTION FOR SUPERCREW


$289.00


ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
Details
Covers the door sill and rocker area under doors.

• Helps to provide protection from road debris and scratches
• Hides existing scratches and damage

FITS THESE VEHICLE
Ford Ranger 2024


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Catalogue: FLA

Brand: Bushwacker

I believe these are plastic, not much protection on the trail.

 

[telenerd]

I don’t like the steps either. Mine are coming off once there are more brands available for rock sliders!

 

[Machduty]

I'm getting line x done in the bed this Thursday I may have them spray the rocker panel at the sharp line for better protection.

 

[cc1999]

I believe these are plastic, not much protection on the trail.

Yea, I wasn’t really looking for rock sliders, just wanting something to protect the paint from rock chips , the kind that come from gravel coming off the tires.
No real plans for rock crawling with the truck.
I have a couple UTVs and a quad, for that sort of thing.

I am sure i will be taking the truck down some dirt, sand, and gravel roads from time to time, so with the mud flaps, and under body cladding I should have the paint protection I was looking for.

 

[jrRaptor]

After going down trails at any speed, those side steps sure let you know how much rocks are getting kicked up by the K03's. Glad I have those and the mudflaps. Those side steps sure feel kind of flimsy to me though. I weigh 190 and they flex when I step on them.

 

[maxxvito]

I like my side steps for body protection, but for me they seem to be more in the way of getting in and out quickly then they are helpful.
I think they are too high off the ground and seem to put me up way too high and then I have to crawl down into the truck.

Same thing happened with my Bronco.
Except with the 35s it was tall enough I did want something so I pulled the slider steps off the Bronco and installed power steps, which were about perfect for it.

I am thinking I don't really need anything for getting into the Ranger easily and quickly even with my upgraded 34s, which are really only 33.5.

I seem to recall a thread on here where someone posted pictures with the steps off his new Ranger Raptor, but I can't seem to find it.
I was also thinking there was talk of some cladding that be stuck on the belly of the truck to get some added paint protections with the steps gone.

Would love to see more pics without steps and to hear others thoughts on this, plus if anyone knew anything about the protective cladding for the belly of the trucks I would love to know more about it and where to get it.

I’m 5’7 and it’s awkward even for me. At least it makes washing the truck easier tho

 

[JN75]

Hi, this was my favorit Rockslider. But they dont fit at the new Ranger. There is nothing on the market for the new Ranger Raptor!!!

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