Running boards on or off?
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I'm in the minority I know but I love my running boards. I have a black/chrome theme though so they match nicely. I think a lot of people like them off because it gives the perception of the truck being taller. Since your truck doesn't have a grab handle on the driver side I would recommend leaving them on or you could wear out your leather seats by just sliding all over them. New leather for seats aren't a huge expense but I'd rather replace them later than sooner. I can't stand the look of worn out leather seats, makes the truck or car look abused IMO.
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I took mine off the other day, and like "depami", left the bracket on the front for a step. Not sure if I'll leave them off or not right now. My wife hasn't seen the truck since I did it. I might have to bite the bullet, and say, "Yes dear"!
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With me being 5'6" tall (short)....I have a long enough stride getting up in my truck with the running boards. I'd probably hurt myself trying to get in if I took them off .
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I think your truck looks much better without the nerf bar. IMO, entry/exit is easier with the step than with the bar. How do you like the function of the simple step?
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Thanks Denny! I like it, just a couple times in/out to get used to it. I have to be a bit careful right now, since I haven't had time to put a nonskid pad on it. That should be worked out soon though.