Iron Cross Sidearm Steps

[Edsel]

Anybody have these on their Ranger? If so, thoughts on the install and photos would be appreciated. TIA!

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[wanted33]

Post a link if you have one my friend. I'm not sure what those are.

 

[Edsel]

Post a link if you have one my friend. I'm not sure what those are.

 

[wanted33]

I've never seen those, but I do like them. Are they "rock rails" also. I found this picture if it helps.

https://rhrswag.com/product/iron-cr...MImdbbgIny8AIVP2xvBB1CngDNEAYYAiABEgK6KfD_BwE

 

[OFC Ranger]

So something to get hung up on possibly if needing to go in reverse. No Thanks.

 

[HenryMac]

Are they "rock rails" also....

Nope... they bolt to the cab.

 

[wanted33]

So something to get hung up on possibly if needing to go in reverse. No Thanks.

Ummm, Good point Jack. I didn't think of that.

 

[OFC Ranger]

Ummm, Good point Jack. I didn't think of that.

I mean if the truck doesn't see anything beyond asphalt or gravel trails I suspect they would be fine, but anything where you drive over rocks, crevices, bushes, through tight tree lines with small trunks or branches that would be a hard negative on that design.

I can imagine a small tree trunk or branch getting snagged and then proceeded to whip and run along your paint as you basically rip it from the earth like a scab from skin.

 

[HenryMac]

As a side benefit... if they made these for Ridgelines... the owner could hang their purse on the step to free up their hands.

 

[Trigganometry]

I mean if the truck doesn't see anything beyond asphalt or gravel trails I suspect they would be fine, but anything where you drive over rocks, crevices, bushes, through tight tree lines with small trunks or branches that would be a hard negative on that design.

I can imagine a small tree trunk or branch getting snagged and then proceeded to whip and run along your paint as you basically rip it from the earth like a scab from skin.

mirror the front and box it off on the steps and you got something. Otherwise I second your comment. They’re big fish hooks

 

[HenryMac]

mirror the front and box it off on the steps and you got something. Otherwise I second your comment. They’re big fish hooks

Any protruding step is a bad design if they are intended as sliders...

 

[OFC Ranger]

A quick look on Google at "Iron Cross Truck Accessories" it is clear this is a bro-truck company. aka its for show trucks and coal rollers, not for anyone doing any moderate or heavier off-roading.

Basically the same category as Tyger products.

 

[Red Hot]

Installation is very straight forward. I am very happy with the quality. They work great.

They had previously advertised the design is modeled after Air Force fighter jets.

As a dad with a son currently serving in the military, the side steps are a nice reminder of his service each time I get in and out of the truck.

 

[Edsel]

Installation is very straight forward. I am very happy with the quality. They work great.

They had previously advertised the design is modeled after Air Force fighter jets.

As a dad with a son currently serving in the military, the side steps are a nice reminder of his service each time I get in and out of the truck.

First just let me say thank you for answering my original post after the flurry of idiotic comments that preceded it. As a vet and a pilot, I'll also be thinking of that design concept when I get in and out of my truck because after seeing your install I am decided.

The only real issue with these is indeed the 'snag potential'. I personally don't see it as all of my off-roading is beach and desert. I can't imagine how fast "IN REVERSE" some of these clowns would be going to snag a branch and cause paint damage. If you are that close to branches you are getting scratches anyway, although with these in forward drive you have a side rail protective factor.

 

[HenryMac]

..... after the flurry of idiotic comments that preceded it. ....

So you didn't like the Ridgeline comment I take it?

It's a forum. Shit happens.

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