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*** I stand corrected, D6 install, not DSS 
I have Ace Engineering sliders on my JK and love how they've held up over the years. I asked Ace if they were coming out with a Bronco version but they are still in R&D phase.
While trying to find a reasonable option for rocker protection and even a slight step to assist with entry (wife, g-kids), I found the Go Rhino site (https://www.gorhino.com/Dominator-D6). I ordered the 6 version. The steps attach the same way the rocker guards did on my Bronco (pinchpoint/body mounted). The instructions state about 1 hour to install.....I got the rocker guards removed and brackets installed in that time! The installation of the sliders is a bit more challenging to do single-handed; I stopped where I was until I had my son assist the next day.
I was a little concerned with potential damage to the product due to the exterior box being ripped when it was delivered. Once I pulled the sliders out, I noted they are protected/wrapped quite well, no damage was noted on the actual sliders
2 takeaways:
1. READ the instructions and don't jump ahead. It's not rocket science but you might need to go back/loosen bolts up if you jump too far ahead.
2. run the bolts through the bracket threads PRIOR to trying to install. A few threads were tight and needed a quick run-through with the bolt. It doesn't help to find a tight thread when trying to get the bolt started when underneath the vehicle, trying to hold the slider up and the bracket upright, with just one hand.
It'll take time to do a true evaluation but so far, I'm pleased. The step has helped with ingress/egress, I've found it easier to use the dash grab handles now due to the alignment of entry (used to A pillar handles). For <$550, it's a feasible starting point; I can assess later if I'm willing to jump to the $2k range or what is more available in the market then.
I've seen a lot of concern/griping about mounting to the pinch-point and body vs the frame. I saw one review (of multiple sliders/rocker guards on the market) explain that most companies are staying away from frame mount as Ford has filled the frames with a filler for road dampening noise purposes and running wires throughout. Ford's rocker guards that came on the BD/BL attaches to the same points and they're saying it's strong enough to sustain protection...take it with a grain of salt...
Hopefully this will answer some of the questions out there.
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I have Ace Engineering sliders on my JK and love how they've held up over the years. I asked Ace if they were coming out with a Bronco version but they are still in R&D phase.
While trying to find a reasonable option for rocker protection and even a slight step to assist with entry (wife, g-kids), I found the Go Rhino site (https://www.gorhino.com/Dominator-D6). I ordered the 6 version. The steps attach the same way the rocker guards did on my Bronco (pinchpoint/body mounted). The instructions state about 1 hour to install.....I got the rocker guards removed and brackets installed in that time! The installation of the sliders is a bit more challenging to do single-handed; I stopped where I was until I had my son assist the next day.
I was a little concerned with potential damage to the product due to the exterior box being ripped when it was delivered. Once I pulled the sliders out, I noted they are protected/wrapped quite well, no damage was noted on the actual sliders
2 takeaways:
1. READ the instructions and don't jump ahead. It's not rocket science but you might need to go back/loosen bolts up if you jump too far ahead.
2. run the bolts through the bracket threads PRIOR to trying to install. A few threads were tight and needed a quick run-through with the bolt. It doesn't help to find a tight thread when trying to get the bolt started when underneath the vehicle, trying to hold the slider up and the bracket upright, with just one hand.
It'll take time to do a true evaluation but so far, I'm pleased. The step has helped with ingress/egress, I've found it easier to use the dash grab handles now due to the alignment of entry (used to A pillar handles). For <$550, it's a feasible starting point; I can assess later if I'm willing to jump to the $2k range or what is more available in the market then.
I've seen a lot of concern/griping about mounting to the pinch-point and body vs the frame. I saw one review (of multiple sliders/rocker guards on the market) explain that most companies are staying away from frame mount as Ford has filled the frames with a filler for road dampening noise purposes and running wires throughout. Ford's rocker guards that came on the BD/BL attaches to the same points and they're saying it's strong enough to sustain protection...take it with a grain of salt...
Hopefully this will answer some of the questions out there.
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