Trucks.
Seems most pickups sit very high especially the 4 x 4’s. Needing to climb up to get in and out is getting old with my 3/4 ton Dodge. Might get into the market for a new truck, is there any that aren’t so high off the ground. I want to stay with a 4 x 4. The initial target will likely be a F-150 unless I find something else I like. I love the looks of the GMC Denali trucks but again they seem awfully high.
Thoughts?
Trucks.
Seems most pickups sit very high especially the 4 x 4’s. Needing to climb up to get in and out is getting old with my 3/4 ton Dodge. Might get into the market for a new truck, is there any that aren’t so high off the ground. I want to stay with a 4 x 4. The initial target will likely be a F-150 unless I find something else I like. I love the looks of the GMC Denali trucks but again they seem awfully high.
Thoughts?
They sit very high. My new 3/4 ton ram takes a solid leap to get in. It’s kinda dumb on a regular day but when I use it it’s awesome. If you put a leveling kit in it will bring the height down on the box a little. But they are all tall. And that’s the new reason a tail gate is worth 7500
Running boards will fix that issue
Running boards will fix that issue
Only thing running boards do is give you a step to get up and in. Been there, done that, want a better solution.
<div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>Coletrain27 wrote:</div>
Running boards will fix that issueOnly thing running boards do is give you a step to get up and in. Been there, done that, want a better solution.
Sounds like you need a Honda ridge line I guess
Rams 4 corner air suspension has an entry mode that really gets the truck low. And the retractable running boards go lower than regular fixed running boards. My 92 year old grandma can get in and out pretty easily.
Saw a 1 ton dually the other day that looked like it was sitting on the ground (lowered that much) Bet that guy wished it sat higher every time he hit a pothole or pulled into a place with a somewhat steep driveway…
All kidding aside, I prefer something a bit taller with running boards. depending on the running boards, they can help keep salt and rock chips off of the rocker panels
Rams 4 corner air suspension has an entry mode that really gets the truck low. And the retractable running boards go lower than regular fixed running boards. My 92 year old grandma can get in and out pretty easily.
Retractable running boards sounds great but in mn they always seem to get jammed up with ice and snow
I’ve always treated mine with silicone and haven’t had a problem yet. Not saying they are perfect but I love mine.
I should clarify, I don’t silicone the entire running board as that would be slippery, just the front lip and the lowering mechanism. I also have a nice set of mudflaps that do a good job of keeping junk off them.
In my opinion, Silverados ride the lowest of the 1/2 ton pickups on the market…or at least their design makes them appear the lowest.
I’d argue 4×4 F150s in a typical trim level like XLT might be the highest riding stock half ton?
I’ve always treated mine with silicone and haven’t had a problem yet. Not saying they are perfect but I love mine.
My old lady runs a body shop and it’s the biggest issue with most vehicles under 2 years old. They are cool but not reliable in salt
Quite shrinking or….
Bye an el camino…
I’ve never had, nor will I have a truck without running boards. Getting in, out, winter time, hands are full, etc. I love them.
Regarding vehicle height. In a true reflection on where I’m at in life, I chose my last Silverado variation based on an estimated 3 more years of lifting kids into car seats.
Fords power running boards have been great for me on my last 3 super dutys. Put on approx 200k miles without any issues.I had Amp power boards on my prior GMCs and they where junk and would stick.
Fords have a connection rod to keep the front and back lined up.
Maybe a Ford Ranger or Toyota Tacoma.
No power running boards or air suspension more $h!t that can and does go wrong.
Go with a midsize. They are about the same size as a fullsize truck from the 90s. Ford GM and Toyota all have completely redone they’re offerings this year.
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