LJ rock sliders?

[any4xx]

Loving my new to me LJ, but my 5’00 wifey isn’t so excited about climbing into it with the 3” of combined lift.

I like the look of the Fishbone rock sliders with the integrated steps. I’ve been looking for other options before buying but I’m not really finding much else. I don’t care if I can mount them just to the body mounts or if they need to be bolted to the rocker panels. (Unless y’all convince me that one style is clearly superior.) I don’t want big ole honkin’ steps. I’ve already got those on the ‘99 and I think they look ridiculous. Just something that gives a little bit of a step while tucking up nicely is the desired outcome.

So what’s out there for the LJ that I just can’t seem to find?

As always, thank you in advance for any help.

 

[lBasket]

What about step stool on a string

 

[any4xx]

What about step stool on a string

Believe me: that’s been discussed.

 

[lBasket]

What about these

https://rockslideengineering.com/product/lj-step-sliders/

 

[JMT]

Nothing helps except willpower. Trust me, there are 20 threads about the same topic. Do you want to get in the Jeep? You will get in the Jeep. If you don't want to, go buy a prius.

 

[any4xx]

What about these

https://rockslideengineering.com/product/lj-step-sliders/

The ‘06 that I looked at last week had those on it. I like the concept, but honestly, I’m always a bit afraid of aftermarket parts with complicated components. My fear is that a motor will go out in two years and the manufacturer will no longer be there.

 

[lBasket]

The ‘06 that I looked at last week had those on it. I like the concept, but honestly, I’m always a bit afraid of aftermarket parts with complicated components. My fear is that a motor will go out in two years and the manufacturer will no longer be there.

They're cool

Did you give her a handle to grab up top

 

[any4xx]

Nothing helps except willpower. Trust me, there are 20 threads about the same topic. Do you want to get in the Jeep? You will get in the Jeep. If you don't want to, go buy a prius.

Hmmmm… I did a quick search and found exactly one other post. Perhaps I need to refine my search abilities. I’ll look some more.

 

[lBasket]

Nothing helps except willpower. Trust me, there are 20 threads about the same topic. Do you want to get in the Jeep? You will get in the Jeep. If you don't want to, go buy a prius.

But it's wifey. Making it easier for a third party that isn't as interested

 

[any4xx]

But it's wifey. Making it easier for a third party that isn't as interested

And she’s a girly girl. I’m a 66 year old fat guy. She’s “older than me” but looks half my age. I try to accommodate her.

 

[JMT]

Hmmmm… I did a quick search and found exactly one other post. Perhaps I need to refine my search abilities. I’ll look some more.

Well, most of us aren't opposed to discussing them again. Here are some options:

- nerf bars (best solution for getting in, not a good idea if you play off-road)
- rock sliders with a built in step (not useful as a step, most end up stepping over the step and into the tub, the step can be slick, now you are adding skateboard tape and that attracts dirt and mud that is hard to remove)
- rock sliders with a removal step bolted on underneath (probably the best solution for those who off-road)
- the rockslide engineering steps linked to by @lBasket (expensive, don't know about reliability)
- a stirrup on a leather strap bolted under the front seat bracket (can swing in and out, problem is it swings and can be unstable)

 

[any4xx]

Well, most of us aren't opposed to discussing them again. Here are some options:

- nerf bars (best solution for getting in, not a good idea if you play off-road)
- rock sliders with a built in step (not useful as a step, most end up stepping over the step and into the tub, the step can be slick, now you are adding skateboard tape and that attracts dirt and mud that is hard to remove)
- rock sliders with a removal step bolted on underneath (probably the best solution for those who off-road)
- the rockslide engineering steps linked to by @lBasket
- a stirrup on a leather strap bolted under the front seat bracket (can swing in and out, problem is it swings and can be unstable)

Hmmmm…. I hadn’t considered the “stirrup,”. That may very well be the best solution. I have the nerf bars on my ‘97 K2500 and have to admit that they’re more in the way than helpful on my side. Wifey uses the one on her side as intended. The Fishbone sliders don’t really give a whole lot of elevation drop, which is certainly good for their intended use. While I like the idea of an additional bolt-on step I know I’m too lazy to remove/reinstall them on the regular. I think it’s time to try to design a nice stirrup setup unless someone else chimes in with a better idea.

 

[JMT]

Hmmmm…. I hadn’t considered the “stirrup,”. That may very well be the best solution. I have the nerf bars on my ‘97 K2500 and have to admit that they’re more in the way than helpful on my side. Wifey uses the one on her side as intended. The Fishbone sliders don’t really give a whole lot of elevation drop, which is certainly good for their intended use. While I like the idea of an additional bolt-on step I know I’m too lazy to remove/reinstall them on the regular. I think it’s time to try to design a nice stirrup setup unless someone else chimes in with a better idea.

I think I have a pair of stirrups. I could rummage through the attic. The stirrups are made for horses and are black plastic (plenty sturdy) with some 1.5" wide leather sewn to the stirrup that I used for awhile on my Jeep.

 

[any4xx]

I think I have a pair of stirrups. I could rummage through the attic. The stirrups are made for horses and are black plastic (plenty sturdy) with some 1.5" wide leather sewn to the stirrup that I used for awhile on my Jeep.

Too hot to be searching an attic right now. But thank you. I’m thinking that making a set from aluminum tubing and some braided paracord might be my answer. I’m in that stage of my life wherein I have lots of time on my hands.

 

[sab]

I put some Rockslide Engineering step sliders on my LJ, but with guidance from Mr. Blaine, I did quite a bit of modification to make them more robust. I also put Fluxor's aluminum backers behind them. See Post #164 in my build thread for the start of that work, if that interests you. As for the concern about the complicated components, Rockslide Engineering uses power window motors that were used on 1981 through 1996 Ford F-150s and other Ford vehicles, so I'm not too worried if Rockslide Engineering goes out of business. The rest of the components are fairly simple and can be fabricated if replacements are needed.

 

[any4xx]

I put some Rockslide Engineering step sliders on my LJ, but with guidance from Mr. Blaine, I did quite a bit of modification to make them more robust. I also put Fluxor's aluminum backers behind them. See Post #164 in my build thread for the start of that work, if that interests you. As for the concern about the complicated components, Rockslide Engineering uses power window motors that were used on 1981 through 1996 Ford F-150s and other Ford vehicles, so I'm not too worried if Rockslide Engineering goes out of business. The rest of the components are fairly simple and can be fabricated if replacements are needed.

Very good to know they’re not using a proprietary motor! Thank you for the information. I’ll look at your build thread now.

 

[06TJ35's]

Get flux off road sliders and get yourself with some type of grab handles. Pair that with a collapsible step stool.

 

[rasband]

I like the use two hands and lift with the legs approach. Bonus points for a couple squeezes on the way up.

 

[JMT]

I like the use two hands and lift with the legs approach. Bonus points for a couple squeezes on the way up.

Butt cheek squeezes and toots, right?!

 

[rasband]

Butt cheek squeezes and toots, right?!

Women don't toot.