Is it just Me
Lead Driver
Joined: May 2021
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From: Uh oh, CA
That’s the thing, they don’t seem to function well. Granted they are not on my truck (thankfully) to use every day and maybe form a different opinion, but the few times I have tried them out they just don’t seem very useful. The pockets are shallower than I like, which means I can’t get my foot deep in them and my knee wants to hit the side of the bed. And if having to reach farther into the bed they don’t seem to give a good footing and I’d be afraid my foot may slip out… especially if wet. With the extended running board I can place both of my feet squarely and securely on the running boards and accomplish the same thing, better. I think they were looking for “something new” rather than something actually useful to throw on the 23+ trucks. If they could make them deeper and more secure, and maybe have them fold out so when not in use they could be closed and not look hideous it would have been better. If they folded out to that could allow them to provide a larger footprint to stand on too… Maybe for the 25MY’s…
Cargo Master
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I agree there’s some color/grille combos I’m not a huge fan of but your truck is no looker in itself lol
if I had to rank the 17-24 trucks the 20-22 would be last in line. The 17-19s look better than them
Trailering
Joined: Jan 2021
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I don't know if available after 22 but I have these on my 22 450 and they are awesome. I travel frequently with a fifth wheel and I can reach my hitch and king pin while on the extended part of the step bar. I would take these over that bed step any day.
https://accessories.ford.com/super-d...-6-step-bars-1
https://accessories.ford.com/super-d...-6-step-bars-1
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2021
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From: NW Wyoming USA
but there’s plenty of 23+ trucks that look a lot nicer than your truck……..
I agree there’s some color/grille combos I’m not a huge fan of but your truck is no looker in itself lol
if I had to rank the 17-24 trucks the 20-22 would be last in line. The 17-19s look better than them
I agree there’s some color/grille combos I’m not a huge fan of but your truck is no looker in itself lol
if I had to rank the 17-24 trucks the 20-22 would be last in line. The 17-19s look better than them
My truck is nothing special, just a stock SC XLT trimmed air defector, 295/70/18 Toyo M/Ts, no steps, OE mud flaps and red shock boots. It looks pretty good after it gets it’s once a year bath.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2019
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From: Hunterdon Cnty N.J.
I dont want them. I have a roll up hard cover so I have no need.
When I ordered my 19 I got the tailgate step. I debated it as an old mans option...but these trucks are high... and Im an old man anyway... Im so glad I got the step. It works great and makes climbing in and out of the bed loading or unloading a breeze.
I have a 2022 at work with no steps anywhere. I just use the tire. But It does get scratched from going over the bedside.
One thing... I cant believe how light the aluminum tailgate without step is compared to my step gate.
I know its too costly but I just think all this kind of stuff should be optional.
Thats what makes ordering a truck ground up so much fun.
The more uniform they become the less I like it.
When I ordered my 19 I got the tailgate step. I debated it as an old mans option...but these trucks are high... and Im an old man anyway... Im so glad I got the step. It works great and makes climbing in and out of the bed loading or unloading a breeze.
I have a 2022 at work with no steps anywhere. I just use the tire. But It does get scratched from going over the bedside.
One thing... I cant believe how light the aluminum tailgate without step is compared to my step gate.
I know its too costly but I just think all this kind of stuff should be optional.
Thats what makes ordering a truck ground up so much fun.
The more uniform they become the less I like it.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Southern Crescent
I think those who dislike the bed steps have two primary reasons. 1) They aren't pretty. 2.) They are not ideally positioned for egress into the bed, being too high and too "close in." As stated above, you can't get enough of your foot onto the step. The ergonomics of the longer step rail appeals to me, and I like the way they look, so I'm in agreement with those in the pre-22 tribe.
In the OP's picture there is a fold-away step under the bed step, and I suspect that would appeal to a number of folks since it solves the ergonometric problem.
More Turbo
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but there’s plenty of 23+ trucks that look a lot nicer than your truck……..
I agree there’s some color/grille combos I’m not a huge fan of but your truck is no looker in itself lol
if I had to rank the 17-24 trucks the 20-22 would be last in line. The 17-19s look better than them
I agree there’s some color/grille combos I’m not a huge fan of but your truck is no looker in itself lol
if I had to rank the 17-24 trucks the 20-22 would be last in line. The 17-19s look better than them
WOW... brought out the little kid did we ?
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Dec 2012
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From: DFW
Both the bedside and bumper steps are 100% functional. I use them both multiple times / day. And, I’ve been in the thick mud several times, slinging it forwards and backwards, and the bedside steps have stayed relatively clean (can’t say the same for my actual entry steps). So I think they’re located in good spots, and I think they blend in with the design, especially on black or silver trucks. I think they improve the overall use of the truck - isn’t that what it’s all about?
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Cargo Master
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You must have a 20-22
The 17-19 just have a presence to them that got softened up with the little angular cut on the front grill & headlights in 2020. Not as nice looking. Not bad looking but just not as good as the 17-19
at the end of the day they’re all just hunks of metal, rubber, plastic & glass that are here to do a job
The 17-19 just have a presence to them that got softened up with the little angular cut on the front grill & headlights in 2020. Not as nice looking. Not bad looking but just not as good as the 17-19
at the end of the day they’re all just hunks of metal, rubber, plastic & glass that are here to do a job
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2021
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From: NW Wyoming USA
You must have a 20-22
The 17-19 just have a presence to them that got softened up with the little angular cut on the front grill & headlights in 2020. Not as nice looking. Not bad looking but just not as good as the 17-19
at the end of the day they’re all just hunks of metal, rubber, plastic & glass that are here to do a job
The 17-19 just have a presence to them that got softened up with the little angular cut on the front grill & headlights in 2020. Not as nice looking. Not bad looking but just not as good as the 17-19
at the end of the day they’re all just hunks of metal, rubber, plastic & glass that are here to do a job
Cargo Master
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the front axle is no true benefit. I use my trucks and regardless of the front axle from 17 onward there’s no issue with strength. If I did have a 24 I’d swap out for selectable hubs on both sides though
I had a 21 but I always wished they never softened up the front end look and lowered it down. The other minor thing was the tailgates on the 17-19s looked nicer too. Loved the way the 17-19s were better that’s all
Logistics Pro
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That’s the thing, they don’t seem to function well. Granted they are not on my truck (thankfully) to use every day and maybe form a different opinion, but the few times I have tried them out they just don’t seem very useful. The pockets are shallower than I like, which means I can’t get my foot deep in them and my knee wants to hit the side of the bed. And if having to reach farther into the bed they don’t seem to give a good footing and I’d be afraid my foot may slip out… especially if wet. With the extended running board I can place both of my feet squarely and securely on the running boards and accomplish the same thing, better. I think they were looking for “something new” rather than something actually useful to throw on the 23+ trucks. If they could make them deeper and more secure, and maybe have them fold out so when not in use they could be closed and not look hideous it would have been better. If they folded out to that could allow them to provide a larger footprint to stand on too… Maybe for the 25MY’s…