do these bars hug pretty tight to the truck? i am looking for something low profile...not bars that hang way dows. Thanks
1600507
Jenny, they really don't hang down low..about 3" from the body of the truck. We are very pleased with them. Perfect step up height.
1600508
The bars look great, and they do not hang to low. They are also stronger than I expected. I would buy them again. All Black 2014 RAM 1500 quad cab.
1600509
They're not tight against the truck. But they don't hang low either. They are lower than the door frame. They are a nice and comfortable step. Not obnoxious at all.
1600510
They do for pretty close to the truck. However, my husband is searching for new ones because they feel flimsy when you step on them. So far they are working out he just wants a more durable feel to them.
1999318
I would think so. The cross bars are reversible to raise or lower the height of the rack. Depending on your truck, plenty of room to hang over. I use these on two Tundras and a Dodge Dakota and the loads always clear the cab. I was really not expecting much from these things because of the price and they are great!
1410737
I pull a boat with heavy tounge weight. I don't have them tightened up all the way cause I only want help when towing. It does. I would put more pressure on them from start for you.i like them they do work. They kind of rattle on bumps. If you don't mind that. I would get the more costly ones with rubber silencers. I wish I would have. Should help. You can adjust how much help by tightening nuts more. Thanks
1571346
You could add some pins to the bar that attaches over the tailgate with a release system that hides behind the tailgate. Its really only beneficial if you have a locking tailgate. If they want in that truck bed... doesn't matter if you have a soft or a hard top... they are going to get in.
1559794
Not hard to install. Running the wire to them is the hard part, and making sure you get them spaced nicely. They are not fancy, good for a work truck. Make sure you seal it with a good silicone sealer to keep water out of the cab.
1464324
They mount directly to the underside of the body of your truck, not the frame. Depending on what you are looking for to accomodate getting in with the lift you might need another step or to customize a different bracket. But with 3 inches these should work fine. Hope this helps.
1362747
They are great! I work with a a couple bigger guys and we go to lunch a lot and my truck is lifted so we use them all the time and they are holding up great and they mount pretty easily. I would say you wont have to worry!
925929
No, the hooks are tighter. They are made for a standard chin-up bar. Hope it helps. P.S. As to the quality - they are amazing. I use them for 13 years now, the same boots. At least 3-4 times a week. I even do 90 degree body rotation every time with my heavy 200 lbs. They hold everything.
1791240
I have these bars and while riding there is almost no pressure on your wrists at all.. It's all in the forearm, and the wrists are only resting on the bars themselves. I suggest you buy some sort of tape before putting them on your bars because the metal clamps will scratch your handlebars, and in my opinion aren't quite tight enough by themselves. However, for the price these cant be beat.
703971
Is your truck an extended cab? You will have to make some brackets to mount on the frame. I never put them on my truck, ended up getting rid of it. I will make you a deal of you want to buy mine.
1205161
That's a awesome question lol. I think you may be bent over to much causing your elbows to dig through the pads which aren't toThick. They are inexpensive enough to try in my opinion. Just make sure you have room on your bars.
719189
Your knees will touch when your arms are at about 90 degrees. I'm a little taller but, that's how it is for me. Works fine for me as that's all the lower I need to dip anyway. That being said, I do wish they were a few inches taller, just for more clearance from the floor. Good piece of gear though with lots of uses. Totally happy with the bars!
1724961
I have six (6) of these on my 13' Silverado that I also installed a 'rolled out' bed cover (that rolls up and is secured as a 'tube' by the back window). These work great and when the clamps are not to be used the handle pops up and swings down out of the way (from the 2 O'clock of the picture to a 5 O'Clock orientation)... you CAN'T leave the handle/attachment point up when you roll out the bed cover >> by why would you want to? Buy em' -- you'll use em'.. Regards.
1222677
If you have a standard 2 inch hitch, you will be fine. Mine fits snug. I don't hear any rattling at all, it could be because of the black powder coat paint job. Not sure. I love mine. Feels sturdy. I think it'll look great for a smaller truck. Mine is dwarfed only cuffs I drive a Tundra. It's also a nice deep black. I hate it when I buy something black and its faded, or more grey/black. I'm a pretty happy customer.
452428
They should hold okay provided they will line up mechanically. I would suggest a then piece of rubber between the truck bed and the ladder rack. If this is going on the bed of the truck it would make it very easy for someone to steal it and if you go this route good luck
1378736
Just bought them and they look the same as on the photo. One problem though might be that you might want to shorten the part of the bar end that goes into the bars, so you get a snugg fit.
115605
The answer is up to you. They are not that long, so they are great for trucks with tool boxes. What I did was centered them in the space remaining between the tool box and the tailgate - making sure they looked centered over the rear wheels. Drilled my holes, and there you go - mounted. They look excellent. These items are 51" from tip to tip, so make sure that works for you - and that the mounting holes don't end up over the stake holes in the bed. Keep in mind Westin makes rails that are longer - going up in about 4" increments. I hope this helps