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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 01:15 PM
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Hey gang! My running boards are rusting out from under the palstic coating on my 2000 Limited Ex. Anybody have any good luck or bad luck with certain brands of replacement running boards. I like the tubes and I 'll figure out the light situation at a later time. It is still kinda winter here on Cape Cod! I'm looking at these...

Smittybilt FN1700S4S Sure Steps Stainless Steel 3" Side Bar...

for $199.99 and free shipping through Amozon.com. I really don't see how I can go wrong! If anybody has any extra information on these or other boards feel free to let me know.
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 01:53 PM
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I, too, am having problems with my 2000 ltd's running boards rusting from underneath (the driver's side is pretty bad). I'm trying to find replacements that utilize the lights, but they're pretty pricey.

I'm also on the Cape, so I'm noting these many coincidences and taking them as a sign to go buy a lottery ticket.
 
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 02:10 PM
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I'm pulling the trigger the Smittybilts!
 
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 03:11 PM
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My passenger side is about gone. You really have to watch where you step or the plastic bends. I was thinking of fabbing up some new brackets but aftermarket might be easier.
 
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 04:19 PM
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I'll let ya know if it easier than fabin'!! Or..I could buy ch-pow's passenger side board and JEV's driver side board! hmmmm...
 
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by billnuke1
I'm pulling the trigger the Smittybilts!
Nice call,that's a great deal
 
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 04:36 PM
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Nice call,that's a great deal
Yeah! The prices on Amazon sometimes just can"t be beat! I buy all of my bicycle tools from them, too! The free shipping sealed the deal for sure!
 
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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 03:20 AM
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who makes big beefy Nerf Bars for the Ex ?

Maybe w a serrated edge for that Mad Max effect

just kidding about the edge
 
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Check your local craigslist listing, you might find a good deal. I just picked up 2011 Crew Cab chrome angular steps for $125 this week. Awesome upgrade!
 
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03 Ltd boards for sale

If anyone is interested in retaining the factory look and boards, I have an 03 Ltd, from Alabama(that's never been winter driven in Canada). I'll be bringing it out of winter storage in 2-3 wks, and removing the factory plastic covered boards at that time, if anyone is interested, they're in perfect condition and all 4 lights work. I can arrange shipping also. Nunomad
 
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