Rock Slider Side Steps for 4 Door Model by Zroadz

[Mikesmallcrawler21]

Hell no I wouldn't be drilling into my frame either I didn't read much of that just that it bolted to frame didn't know you had to drill stuff screw that

But you're oknwith welding on the frame???

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[BC overlanding]

But you're oknwith welding on the frame???

Yes vast majority of rock crawler and overlanding rigs have welded on rock sliders.

 

[DoubleD]

Surprisingly, the mounts came in today and bolted up without problems. The two middle mounts are different from each other, and the two rear mounts have a left and right. You’ll also need to pick up four M10 flange bolts to mount them. I think they were 25mm long. Local hardware store had them for around $3 for the 4.

Below is a picture of the 4 mounts’ part numbers and also what one looks like.

Also, I don’t plan on pivoting on rocks with these things. The company may call them sliders, but I view them as heavy duty steps for my kids that happen to look great to my eye. They do, however, feel more substantial compared to other slide steps I’ve had.

This is the list Zroadz sent me of the additional Ford parts needed for 4 door install. Does this seam correct to you? Looking for your advice since you have completed the install. Much appreciated

 

[CarryOn]

This is the list Zroadz sent me of the additional Ford parts needed for 4 door install. Does this seam correct to you? Looking for your advice since you have completed the install. Much appreciated

The brackets are correct. Not sure about the bolts and nuts they have listed as the size is not noted there.

I only had to buy 4 of the M10 flange bolt because their kit already included every bolts, washer, and nut needed for attaching the rail to the mounts.

Are they including the parts now if you don’t have a factory rock rail?

 

[DoubleD]

The brackets are correct. Not sure about the bolts and nuts they have listed as the size is not noted there.

I only had to buy 4 of the M10 flange bolt because their kit already included every bolts, washer, and nut needed for attaching the rail to the mounts.

Are they including the parts now if you don’t have a factory rock rail?

Nope, for now they they are just sending out this list of parts for you to order and refunding price of parts. I think it will be awhile before they can fabricate it to fit a non factory rail model as they don’t have one to test fit. He told me they updated the website to show this but I haven’t looked yet. Appreciate your feedback.

 

[DoubleD]

The brackets are correct. Not sure about the bolts and nuts they have listed as the size is not noted there.

I only had to buy 4 of the M10 flange bolt because their kit already included every bolts, washer, and nut needed for attaching the rail to the mounts.

Are they including the parts now if you don’t have a factory rock rail?

2 of the damn brackets are on back order till at least the end of January. Unreal

 

[GreenMtnBronco]

So I saw some other step installs and I was dreading doing these by myself, but it was super easy. I think I completed both sides in less than an hour. They mount directly where the factory Ford sliders mounted. I was happy with the factory sliders but need the step for my wife and grandkids. I wanted steps that still tucked high to the body to hide the pinch wells and Zroadz delivered just that. I know this post might draw out some of the purest because they are not frame welded or mounted, but these will do for the off-roading I will be doing. And I think they will help with deflecting some of the rocks kicked up by the tires. Anyway I think they look pretty awesome on the 4 door Bronco. Sorry for the dirty Bronco but didn't want to wash it just to hit the trails tomorrow.

Kevin, can we get you to post more pics from the distance outside? it would be good to see the finished product with the whole bronco. I also have an AMB BadSquatch, so I am particularly keen on that. Thanks! @ICUGAZN

 

[ICUGAZN]

Kevin, can we get you to post more pics from the distance outside? it would be good to see the finished product with the whole bronco. I also have an AMB BadSquatch, so I am particularly keen on that. Thanks! @ICUGAZN

How is this?

 

[Tacnav#1]

They look great!

Just so others know that may be looking at a set, they will not bolt onto your Bronco unless you have the factory mounts that come with the rock rails (or possibly the factory side steps, not sure how those mount.).

I received mine last Saturday, and only have a base model. I did not order rock rails from the factory as I knew I’d go the aftermarket route. The front of them bolt up fine, but the middle and rear mounts do not. I was able to order those mounts from my Ford dealer for about $115 for all 4 and hopefully they show up soon.

I emailed Zroadz and they called me back today. They did not know this was an issue, as they thought all Broncos came with the mounts. I had a suspicion when I ordered they may have missed that as they had a Badlands to build off of, and my suspicions were correct. Zroadz worked with me as I want to keep these steps. I really like the quality and appearance. While Zroadz may be slow to answer an email or call, they did show concern and did help me out, which I really appreciate.

In this pic below, you can see the gap where a mounting bracket should be. So if someone is looking at factory rock rails to buy, or a set of steps like these Zroadz, I hope you already have mounts for your Bronco to bolt them to or can find a set.

Thanks for the photos and insight.

 

[GreenMtnBronco]

How is this?

Looks awesome!!! nice build so far!!! Love the tags as well!!
did you come down on that rock in the 2nd to last pic?

 

[ICUGAZN]

Looks awesome!!! nice build so far!!! Love the tags as well!!
did you come down on that rock in the 2nd to last pic?

LOL! No, I was just goofing around.

 

[tater_70]

Thanks for all the great information. Like the fact that they stick out enough to prevent door dings. Have they helped with the problem of the tires throwing up stones on the rockers, causing damage?

 

[ICUGAZN]

Thanks for all the great information. Like the fact that they stick out enough to prevent door dings. Have they helped with the problem of the tires throwing up stones on the rockers, causing damage?

Last week when I was coming out of the trails, I could hear the rocks pinging off the bottom of the rails. So yes they protect the sides of the vehicles from rocks.

 

[BroncoDEPR]

They look great!

Just so others know that may be looking at a set, they will not bolt onto your Bronco unless you have the factory mounts that come with the rock rails (or possibly the factory side steps, not sure how those mount.).

I received mine last Saturday, and only have a base model. I did not order rock rails from the factory as I knew I’d go the aftermarket route. The front of them bolt up fine, but the middle and rear mounts do not. I was able to order those mounts from my Ford dealer for about $115 for all 4 and hopefully they show up soon.

I emailed Zroadz and they called me back today. They did not know this was an issue, as they thought all Broncos came with the mounts. I had a suspicion when I ordered they may have missed that as they had a Badlands to build off of, and my suspicions were correct. Zroadz worked with me as I want to keep these steps. I really like the quality and appearance. While Zroadz may be slow to answer an email or call, they did show concern and did help me out, which I really appreciate.

In this pic below, you can see the gap where a mounting bracket should be. So if someone is looking at factory rock rails to buy, or a set of steps like these Zroadz, I hope you already have mounts for your Bronco to bolt them to or can find a set.

So they mount to the body and not to the frame?

 

[CarryOn]

So they mount to the body and not to the frame?

Right. They use the same mounts as the factory rock rails.

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