Does this hitch step look like a POS?

[CryypticCrash]

I’ve been looking for a heavy duty hitch step that isn’t a piece of plastic or a crazy expensive billet step. I saw this on Amazon and it seems like it could be decent. For 45$ it says it 8pounds of Iron (no idea if that is ok material for a hitch step) and looks ok to me. I know it’s clunky looking but I can’t find anything near the price that seems this solid. Do you guys have any advice on this or possibly good alternatives that don’t break the bank? Thanks! Cryyptic

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[puckdodger]

It's a little more money but you can use it when the tailgate is down...

https://www.deezee.com/product/bumper-step/

 

[Wytchdctr]

I got an Amazon special recently that works well as a step. A bit more pointy for those that want to bump into me. It holds my weight just fine and I am not a little person.

 

[D Fresh]

Kinda, yes.

Also, if it's iron, it won't offer much as much protection as steel or probably aluminum. If you want protection as well as a step I'd look for steel.

 

[Sanctus Rimor]

 

[rydfree]

Illegal to be attached while on the road here but cool as HeII , lol

 

[JohnnyO]

Illegal to be attached while on the road here but cool as HeII , lol

Same in my state. $350 fine although I see enough of them that I doubt it's widely enforced.

 

[Dr. Zaius]

I’ve been looking for a heavy duty hitch step that isn’t a piece of plastic or a crazy expensive billet step. I saw this on Amazon and it seems like it could be decent. For 45$ it says it 8pounds of Iron (no idea if that is ok material for a hitch step) and looks ok to me. I know it’s clunky looking but I can’t find anything near the price that seems this solid. Do you guys have any advice on this or possibly good alternatives that don’t break the bank? Thanks! Cryyptic

DICMIC Hitch Step Anti Slip and Rust Towing Bumper Guard for Most Car SUV Truck Pickup with Pin Fit 2” Receiver, 23.5” Length https://a.co/d/iUQX2ml

I have THIS one that I got off Amazon for $40 as an open box a couple years ago. I figured that if it was actually worth anything then an open box couldn't be messed up.

I was right. It's VERY solid. Solid steel actually.

They have a used one now for $43 so it's gone up a bit.

Super strong, makes a great step, and also is easy to attach a tow strap to it.

I only mount it for a trail ride, though I've been thinking about running it more often as the tailgaters increase. I've never had to use the anti-rattle contraption pictured.

 

[rydfree]

Same in my state. $350 fine although I see enough of them that I doubt it's widely enforced.

The problem arises after a crash . There was a big lawsuit over one that bowed in the front bumper of a car that prevented the airbag from deploying correctly . It was a long time ago so I can't recall the outcome but you have to be aware of how it will affect someone that hits you from behind . I don't keep my hitch in the receiver because I am aware of the damage it does to my own shinbone

 

[Racket]

The problem arises after a crash . There was a big lawsuit over one that bowed in the front bumper of a car that prevented the airbag from deploying correctly . It was a long time ago so I can't recall the outcome but you have to be aware of how it will affect someone that hits you from behind . I don't keep my hitch in the receiver because I am aware of the damage it does to my own shinbone

Wonder about the liability over the 'super bumper ' then?
https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/2019-ranger-rear-ended-frame-bent.20319/post-475447

 

[LuckyMonkey7]

Illegal to be attached while on the road here but cool as HeII , lol

That's just dumb.
I've never removed my hitch

 

[Msfitoy]

Spend a little more...solid...still on mine...

 

[Joeiconic]

I don't keep my hitch in the receiver because I am aware of the damage it does to my own shinbone

Agreed, I’ve walked into a hitch enough that I won’t leave one in the receiver. And I wouldn’t want a step that I couldn’t use with the tailgate lowered. Just carry a small step in the bed.

 

[rydfree]

Wonder about the liability over the 'super bumper ' then?
https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/2019-ranger-rear-ended-frame-bent.20319/post-475447

Don't know but probably has fine print that states for off road use only , check local laws before installing or similar . Reminds me of the shock absorbing bumpers mandated in the late 70's before crumple zones or airbags etc .

 

[rydfree]

That's just dumb.
I've never removed my hitch

I bet that thing is rusted in by now ,lol

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