The problem was that the step trim pulls off easily loading and unloading items, or even dragging a foot over it and the step doesnt stow flat and level. I also have never used it.

The solution was remove the step which was useless to me. In my mentioned searching there are many threads across various forums discussing removing the step or swapping tailgates so I'm not alone. Clearly there are also plenty of folks that do like the steps and perhaps dont have issues with them.

Make sense?

 

If you were close, I'd love to have the trim that came off if it was in good condition. Mine has faded.

 

I can’t believe so many people are questioning the OP on doing this, it’s his truck and he can do what he likes, he just shared how to do it in case someone else wants to as well. Isn’t that the point of this forum, not judging, just helping.

 

Well I am going to remove mine too. Sure it’s nice to use but doesn’t sit flush. I also have a gen2 and a go fast camper and it sits so high it wedges my camper hatch in place. I already ordered a non step trim piece. Also glad you found a way to remove the extra torsion bar.

 

I tried for ever to trade my magnetic step for a non step tailgate. 2 local people i met one at gas station and other at the dump. Both acted like I was trying to scan them. It was a joke trying to convince somebody with a lifted truck that they could use it more than I could in my lowered racetrack. Lol. Finally just took out step and spring. Still heavy AF

 

Anyone wants to swap a Bronze Fire with the step for a Bronze Fire without the step. Let me know. I would love to have the step.

 

I’m located in western Iowa. Wassup lol. Step gate I would love to swap out lol

 

I have a 2023 without the step. Can anyone give me a part # as I would love to have that inside tailgate step. Thanks

 

As others said, it’s the OP’s truck and he can do as he sees fit.

My 2012 XLT had the “old man step”. At 67, I came to really appreciate it. My 2018 does not and I really miss it.
While I’m in good health, the step and pole made it much easier to get into the bed.

 

first you can try posting on the Gen 14 forum and WTB section...
or you can shop this link for dismantlers near you to source the components out of a damaged bed gate.
https://car-part.com/