screamineagle

I would be lost without my grab handle, I use it every entry and exit. Saves the edge of the seat! Why would Ford delete such a useful item is beyond me...

RES4CUE

I didn't think they had them in 09 and up?

NASSTY

Not sure? But they didn't have one from 09-14. I didn't really miss it in my '11 or '14 but apparently some people miss it.

flyfisherman

Amen - I miss mine as well!!!!! And yes - the seat takes a beating

bsmit24

I read somewhere on here there is an airbag in and a retrofit isn't possible.

08Crew4x4

They removed on the 09-14, but brought it back on the 15

gDMJoe

-NONE- of the 2010 F-150s had a LH (driver) side A-pillar grab handle. Neither did -ANY- 2009-2014. *Re-introduced for 2015.

So ... What you've pic'ed is either ...

• from a pre-2009 F-150
• from a F-250.

Neither of which will fit.
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gDMJoe

For those concerned about explosive bolts, jettisoned objects, and front, side air-curtain deployment ...

When the A-pillar air-curtain deploys it kicks-out the trim at the top and pushes past it leaving the trim/moulding still attached to the A-pillar.

There are 2 clips of different construct that retain the trim/moulding ...

1. [*]

When the air-curtain deploys ...

1. it's expansion pushes past the top of the trim/moulding though may(?) cause it to be slightly out and away from the A-pillar.
2. the air-curtain extends rearward along the side glass until fully deployed and then deflates.
3. the lower portion of the trim/moulding remains attached (somewhat) to the A-pillar, however, may be askew at the top

REMEMBER ... The RH A-pillar trim/moulding (with hand grip) is bolted to the A-pillar.

References:

• discussions with FoMoCo dealership bodyshop tech's.
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• questioned a first-hand, real-life experiencer ... Tested My Air Bag Effectiveness Today
  
• Excerpted from dealer brochures ...
  
  
  

marrs1721

I'll take the grab handle if the first guy doesn't take it!

gDMJoe

ReactiveD pulled this post, pic's, etc.. "disregard"

Based upon ...