Steel side steps, do they make them?

[Mick R Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Mick R]

Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Well I've had my D McRae slider steps for a few weeks now, and although fitting wasn't as straight forward as I had hoped ( Not the fault of Darren or his steps...Bloody Chassis welding by Toyota ), They are on and they look damn fine indeed. Even my Jeep owning, Toyota hating neighbour has commented on just how good they look. That has got to say something all by itself. It wasn't a one man job on the passanger side ( that problematic chassis weld ), but in normal circumstances in would have been do-able for one man, but definately easier with help. Had the father-in-law come 'round to give a hand and the job complete with problem solving took two and a half hours. The chassis problem took up the bulk of that time as we had to slightly and very carefully modify some of Darrens quality handiwork, but in the end we got there. I will try and figure out how to post pictures soon.


Mick

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Did I mention I have some stock standard sidesteps for sale?!Passanger side sustained some damage... :mrgreen:


Mick

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Well I've had my D McRae slider steps for a few weeks now, and although fitting wasn't as straight forward as I had hoped ( Not the fault of Darren or his steps...Bloody Chassis welding by Toyota ), They are on and they look damn fine indeed. Even my Jeep owning, Toyota hating neighbour has commented on just how good they look. That has got to say something all by itself. It wasn't a one man job on the passanger side ( that problematic chassis weld ), but in normal circumstances in would have been do-able for one man, but definately easier with help. Had the father-in-law come 'round to give a hand and the job complete with problem solving took two and a half hours. The chassis problem took up the bulk of that time as we had to slightly and very carefully modify some of Darrens quality handiwork, but in the end we got there. I will try and figure out how to post pictures soon.


Mick

How come they took 2.5 hours? I want to buy some of these too as they look the goods and its tough work getting in and out with no side steps.

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

G,day Mick

If you don’t mind me asking. How much did the steps set you back?

Ryno......

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What's the rpice and are there any pics available. I may be interested.

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They look good. I guess they wouldn't fit them to side airbag fitted vehicles?

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To me that seems a bit expensive. All I can see is some bent steel tube and a bit of chequer plate. Shouldn't take more than an hour or so to fit? Don't get me wrong, they look great but just a bit pricey. Also I noticed that the outside tube has no ends on it! Go through a decent mud hole and she fills up with gunk. Yeah I know wash it out and it's good, but just seems like a great place for rust to build up unless it has been hot dipped galvanised after manufacture.

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Speed Racer, it took 2.5 hours because of a chassis weld that had to be worked around. So I had to break out the metal files. After a while I remembered the mill bit for the leccy drill. Father in law gave me the 'look' for not finding it sooner.

Rynosprado, You've probably already found your answer. Sorry I've been out of touch with everything for a while now.

Pradogxlv6, You won't really see the mods to your handiwork, I just had to make a round hole somewhat oval shaped. I will endeavour to post a picture if I can, I got one here somewhere, but you will have to wait for an under carriage shot. I don't have one of them handy.


Mick

Here we go:

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

I had some made up and fitted just the other week right here in Brisbane at Sheldon (near Capalaba) the guy is a fitter and has his own business in metal fabrication. The steps are solid as and mount back to the chasis, he is a perfectionist and builds an awesome product. He is charging $800 a pair and $150 to fit them up if you just want a drive in drive away price - he will post them if you need them. Unfortunately I live near Loganholme as you are welcome to come and look at mine. I have taken some photos with my phone which are ok I should take some decent photos and put in my rig build journal. If you would like me to send you the pics or want the guys contact details I would be happy to send the information to you - via pm (edit samo)
(If anyone wants the details or pics I am happy to send - he does and awesome job)
Cheers Gerard

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

I have also spoken to these guys in Toowoomba, they do the big bullbars but also do steps, see reply. You can see photo's on the website.


Hi Rob.



We are making side steps at $900 per set inc GST in polished alloy. A discount for several sets can be arranged. Powder coating is an option that would also save some money. The attached photo shows the steps on a new Prado. Regards, Gordon


Kind regards,

Gordon Kent

Sales

TUFF BULLBARS AUSTRALIA P/L

5-7 Holt Drive, Torrington,

(P.O. Box 1977),

TOOWOOMBA, QLD, 4350,

AUSTRALIA.

P: 1300 BE TUFF (1300 23 8833)

F: 07 4633 1236

E: [email protected]

www.tuffbullbars.com.au

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Hutch,

Can u post the photo he sent you please ? keen to see them 8)

It is a pretty crappy photo, shows more bull bar that step on a 150. I have asked him to send some better shots.


This is a better shot, just got to imagine no side rails on it.

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edit first post and added second pic.

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As I said these are made in Brisbane and the guy charges $800 a pair and $150 to fit (he will post them at buyers expense) ...... They are very well made - extremely happy with them
PM me if you would like the manufacturers details
Cheers Gerard

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Found this in the latest ARB mag in response to a customer enquiery about the lack of steel steps from ARB.

Thanks very much for the question. It’s an interesting one because quite frankly, I did not have a ready answer.
There are some applications where technical issues with the vehicle or some sort of compliance issues prevent the product from being developed. Products such as side rails are often thought to be quite simple to design and make. In fact, the development and testing cycle for them is not much different to a modern bull bar and requires a similar amount of CAD modelling, prototyping, field testing, production engineering and documentation. In this case, however, we simply do not get asked for rails to suit the Prado in sufficient numbers that indicate there would be enough volume production to cover the investment in that development. Nonetheless, we take note of contacts such as yours and keep the door open for future development opportunities. It’s not unusual for us to develop new products for older vehicles as they sometimes find their way into the hands of more serious
off roaders as they age. I would not be surprised if this letter were to get me a sufficient flood of enquiry to warrant the development now. Let’s see!
Kind regards,
Greg Milton
(National Product & Services Manager)

Get on to ARB and send them an email. I for one cant wait to have steel steps and side rails to finish off the car

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Re: Steel side steps, do they make them?

Found this in the latest ARB mag in response to a customer enquiery about the lack of steel steps from ARB.

Thanks very much for the question. It’s an interesting one because quite frankly, I did not have a ready answer.
There are some applications where technical issues with the vehicle or some sort of compliance issues prevent the product from being developed. Products such as side rails are often thought to be quite simple to design and make. In fact, the development and testing cycle for them is not much different to a modern bull bar and requires a similar amount of CAD modelling, prototyping, field testing, production engineering and documentation. In this case, however, we simply do not get asked for rails to suit the Prado in sufficient numbers that indicate there would be enough volume production to cover the investment in that development. Nonetheless, we take note of contacts such as yours and keep the door open for future development opportunities. It’s not unusual for us to develop new products for older vehicles as they sometimes find their way into the hands of more serious
off roaders as they age. I would not be surprised if this letter were to get me a sufficient flood of enquiry to warrant the development now. Let’s see!
Kind regards,
Greg Milton
(National Product & Services Manager)

Get on to ARB and send them an email. I for one cant wait to have steel steps and side rails to finish off the car

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