shrockworks rock sliders stepability?

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Feb 26, 2007 | 05:05 PM

el dentist

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shrockworks rock sliders stepability?

hey im diggin the look of the new shrockworks rock sliders for my 07 jk unlimited

BUT

i want to know if they are able to be used as a step to get into the jeep. thats one complaint i have and when i jack it up it will only become more of a problem

the surface looks smooth and kind of dangerous to stand on a metal tube like that

any suggestions for TOUGH off-road-worthy jeep jk unlimited steps?

dentist

Feb 26, 2007 | 06:05 PM

jeffmarion

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I have two words for you on the sliders...... Grip Tape.... like they use on skate boards, works like a charm,

as far as step-ability, You will be able to use these as a step, no problem

Feb 26, 2007 | 07:28 PM

shrockworks

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I've used them for years and never had any slipping issues. 1" wide grip tape is an easy tracking enhancer though. Dont get wider than 1". If it wraps all the way around the tube it will catch on clothes if you step over them....BTDT.

Feb 26, 2007 | 08:10 PM

hotdogging

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On the website they offer a textured black powder coat. I wonder if that would provide any grip?

Feb 26, 2007 | 08:26 PM

im4degreesaboveu

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Quote:

Originally Posted by hotdogging

On the website they offer a textured black powder coat. I wonder if that would provide any grip?

from what i have read in other posts/threads yes

Feb 26, 2007 | 08:35 PM

hotdogging

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forget the grip tape then. $5 extra for textured black powder coated then
sweet!

Feb 27, 2007 | 03:34 AM

Phishjeep

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Be wary of the textured. Jim said the textured does not touch up easily with black spray paint like the powder coated does.

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Feb 27, 2007 | 05:51 AM

shrockworks

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Phishjeep

Be wary of the textured. Jim said the textured does not touch up easily with black spray paint like the powder coated does.

Just to clirify....you can spray over it fine, I've just never seen textured black spray paint, so the scratches will stay smooth if you use normal paint for touchups.

You could try the Dupli-color brand spray can truck bed liner. It looks very similar when new, but I'm not sure if the two will age differently....so I prefer the semi-gloss for sliders personally.

Feb 27, 2007 | 06:52 AM

HappyCurmudgeon

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Originally Posted by MichaelW

Hey el Dentist! I have only seen pics of the sliders. I have a set on order but my impression is that they probably won't be the best steps. But I could be wrong. I am using a slightly modified step for mine as my girl has a hard time getting into it stock.

I ordered 4 of these for 10 bucks a pair here.

And will put some strapping on them and let them dangle to get in and pull them inside to go.

I guess another option would be electric retracting steps. That way when you don't need a step nothing is hanging down in the way.

LMAO!