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Oct 2, 2011 | 06:49 PM

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chriscris

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what running boards?

I acquired this pair of boards (outer), but not sure what they fit.
They are the same size as the 1/2 tons pictured.
Any ideas?

Thanks
Chris

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Oct 2, 2011 | 06:56 PM

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jim collins

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I'm thinking just not the same year but will fit.

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Oct 2, 2011 | 07:38 PM

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48-50 had the extra apron on the inner pair, the outers are 51-52. Completely interchangeable.

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Oct 3, 2011 | 06:08 PM

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As with anything Ford, I'm sure it was a cost savings thing to eliminate the extra flange. They probably save at least one stamping procedure and 1/2¢ of steel per running board saving them $1 per running board. Could really add up in a two year production run.

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Oct 3, 2011 | 06:50 PM

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Bob, that's pretty cynical! You sure it wasn't eliminated just because it was a stupid idea in the first place?!

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Oct 3, 2011 | 07:06 PM

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I think Ford did everything because of a buck. I doubt thought of stupid ideas ever plays a major part in car design, just take a look at the new cars and trucks, they get uglier and stupider looking every year.

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Oct 5, 2011 | 12:07 PM

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I would have to agree with Bob on this one. At this point it is all about cost effectiveness vs. the consumer appeal of their products. Just when I get use to one body style they make it uglier...

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