For those who removed running boards and reinstalled the trim for a clean look... How much is left?

[amongmany]

I'm looking to take off my running boards this weekend also. does anyone have a how to some they could share?

Read this:Lexus GX470 - Running Board Removal

Watch this:

You’ll be good to go. Removing them is easy. Cutting the trim pieces is a bit more involved but still not difficult.

 

[Khnguyen714]

I was thinking if I could redo it, I would try to keep the upper trim on and use a dremel to cut it. Then unbolt the bottom and let it fall down. From experience, taking out the clips and putting them back in to hold the upper trim makes the trim loose. Although, I don't know how much more work this would take.

 

[drowzyGX]

I was thinking if I could redo it, I would try to keep the upper trim on and use a dremel to cut it. Then unbolt the bottom and let it fall down. From experience, taking out the clips and putting them back in to hold the upper trim makes the trim loose. Although, I don't know how much more work this would take.

agreed. It seems like the best way to trim the boards is to leave them attached.

 

[amongmany]

The article I dropped above recommends leaving them attached. I did not, in part because I don't have a work space with an outlet that's close to where I can park. I did pull the clips and then reinstall. Individually, they reinstall slightly loose (definitely not in danger of falling out). In aggregate, however, I'm not concerned about their ability to hold the trim in place.

 

[Khnguyen714]

The article I dropped above recommends leaving them attached. I did not, in part because I don't have a work space with an outlet that's close to where I can park. I did pull the clips and then reinstall. Individually, they reinstall slightly loose (definitely not in danger of falling out). In aggregate, however, I'm not concerned about their ability to hold the trim in place.

Same here...I don't have any worries about them falling out, but you know...OCD lol. At the end of the day, it's just a trim.

 

[SCGXOR]

What are you guys using to cut the plastic trim?

 

[RockyMountainGX]

Dremel type wheel will work. One recommendation I did not do...use masking tape when cutting because the heated up material will adhere to the paint and is a PITA to get off.

 

[amongmany]

Yep, I used a dremel with a cutting wheel on it. I did not use masking tape (I used it as a guide, but didn't cut through the tape) to prevent sticking. Not a problem for me. Be aware, however, the plastic will melt as it cuts and it will stick to your fingers if you're not careful (go on, ask how I know this). Wear gloves. Also, cut in a location that you can get messy and/or easily clean up. Plastic bits go everywhere.

Lastly, I cut to 3". If it had to do it again, I'd prob lose another inch.