[garfull]

ive been looking around for a sidestep or running board. im not too sure about the oem toyota one that is chrome. too worried that it will fade/rust over time.

i found this fiberglass one but it looks a bit large.
http://www.boards4less.com/20torav4wifl.html

 

[ravnlunatic]

Canadian OEM running bars are not chrome. They are aluminum, will not rust. This was a factor I considered greatly when buying.

 

[garfull]

i like the looks of your sidestep. how much was the option?

 

[ravnlunatic]

$477.00 installed at time of purchace.

 

[garfull]

could you take some profile shots of your rav. id curious to know how the overall look is.

 

[go 5 hole]

My running boards are a different style, but you can check the profile picture in my album.

 

[roxtc]

I have the Canadian OEM side step bars as well, and they're hot. I prefer them > Chrome > running boards. Running boards just ruin the aesthetics of the car to me, which to most people is of much importance.

All my friends say that it looks hot. I have the limited, so along with the rims and chrome grill, it contrasts my black car very nicely.

 

[garfull]

roxtc any pics?

 

[Omega Man]

Check this think link, when I purchased my new vehicle.

http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=3092&highlight=

the dealer code for these aluminum running boards and is R-1 and a retail for $499.

 

[RAVMAN]

One of our new forum sponsors ( http://newtoyotaparts.com ) is offering these :arrow: http://www.newtoyotaparts.com/product/?id=2081 for $365 +free shipping in US48 if ordered by 6/20 8)

To get the FREE shipping you have to mention that you are from RAV4World on the comment section of their order form.

I hope to have more details of this FREE SHIPPING offer later this week.

 

[drbourassa]

Install

How hard is the install if you buy from the NewParts? Is it something I can do myself, or do I have to take it into the dealer? Just curios if the holes are already pre-drilled, or if I would have to do that myself, thanks.

 

[go 5 hole]

If it attaches same as mine, then two bolts/nuts to attach brackets to car and four screws to attach steps to brackets per side. Piece of cake.

 

[drbourassa]

tube steps

Where did you purhcase yours 5 hole?