GX460 - MetalTech or SSO sliders? Trim rocker or go commando?

[TX GX460]

GxtOut and TX GX460, thanks for that clarification. I read the description of the sliders on MetalTech's web site a few times, but couldn't figure it out until you two explained the box folded plate. That explains why the inside is powder coated, too.

TX GX460, is the MT slider worth the cost (~$250 more than OPOR or RSG)?

Functionally you aren't going to see much if any of a difference between them. Both are sufficiently strong sliders. If you like the look of the MT and having it powder coated, then maybe. The design of the MT slider is pretty clean looking, and it was my wife's favorite design. My biggest problem with the MT design is having to clean it out constantly from dirt and mud collecting in that large open void.

Another thing to consider is that if your sliders are going to be used, powder coat is probably not the best way to go because it is hard to match with rattle can touch-up. So even if you get the MT version, you may want to rattle can the whole sliders before install so you can touch up the top coat when they get scratched.

 

[r2m]

I'm starting to do my research (probably a bit premature) comparing all the options. The RSG sliders seem plenty sturdy, and look good, too. Some of the trade offs I've seen are:

* Square vs. round tubing
* Kick out vs. no kick out (probably yes for me)
* Top plate vs. no top plate
* MetalTech claims they are the only ones who powdercoat the inside of the tubes

Is there a significant difference in strength and functionality between SSO/MetalTech/RSG?

Is there a database listing dimensions for the different options? Weight, length, width

I'll echo what others have said: please and thank you for posting pictures once you have them installed.

One thing to consider in your slider design options and that would be what kind of off-roading you will ever be doing. Now this is going to go in a slightly different direction than you may think.
If you plan on doing a little more serious off roading than just a simple dirt fire trail (and I don't mean rock crawling), but more like Jeep trails, then you may want a partial top plate or just plane tube slider. The reason is if you should ever tip over, you will have a great place to attach a winch strap to an open tube rock slider to pull from the side, upright again. I had a friend try to cross a ditch with his Xterra at the wrong angle, and ever so slowly, just tip over. It was almost like slow motion, but laying on its side, it was easy to get a strap around the open part of his rock slider to pull him upright again. Albeit, he still had quite a few panels buckled and cracked rear quarter window.
The moral of the story is: if you have plates along the entire length of your sliders you'll be stuck for a good place to pull.
Just something to consider.

 

[BMRisko]

One thing to consider in your slider design options and that would be what kind of off-roading you will ever be doing. Now this is going to go in a slightly different direction than you may think.
If you plan on doing a little more serious off roading than just a simple dirt fire trail (and I don't mean rock crawling), mut more like Jeep trails, then you may want a partial top plate or just plane tube slider. The reason is if you should ever tip over, you will have a great place to attach a winch strap to an open tube rock slider to pull from the side, upright again. I had a friend try to cross a ditch with his Xterra at the wrong angle, and ever so slowly, just tip over. It was almost like slow motion, but laying on its side, it was easy to get a strap around the open part of his rock slider to pull him upright again. Albeit, he still had quite a few panels buckled and cracked rear quarter window.
The moral of the story is: if you have plates along the entire length of your sliders you'll be stuck for a good place to pull.
Just something to consider.

The supports that run from the slider to the frame also work in this situation if you have full top plates. Most top plates also have dimple dies...as a last resort, you can run a soft shackle through a dimple die hole and then you've effectively looped around the slider tube. Good chance you may cut the soft shackle, so I'd probably inspect it good if you ever have to use this recovery method.

 

[kva]

I have the MT sliders, and opted to just cut my step/rocker to fit and they work great and are very stout. I have run multiple other slides on my prior 5th Gen T4R and BudBuilt was always a good option. There are some interesting option out there but don't regret going MT one bit on these. They work fine as a step - better than I originally thought.

 

[Huskernation]

I am metal tech as well with cut rocker (looks factory). I liked the look the best and they are great as a step as well (and very stout so no doubt they will work well). I know others say they don't still out much, but I can easily reach the roof using them...maybe they changed the design from earlier complaints?

 

[BMRisko]

I ended up going w/ the RSG flat sliders w/ top plate. I have a toddler and short wife, so wanted something with a good step in the back. I like the looks of the lower profile ones, but sometimes function outweighs form.

 

[tortoiseracing]

One thing to consider in your slider design options and that would be what kind of off-roading you will ever be doing. Now this is going to go in a slightly different direction than you may think.
If you plan on doing a little more serious off roading than just a simple dirt fire trail (and I don't mean rock crawling), mut more like Jeep trails, then you may want a partial top plate or just plane tube slider. The reason is if you should ever tip over, you will have a great place to attach a winch strap to an open tube rock slider to pull from the side, upright again. I had a friend try to cross a ditch with his Xterra at the wrong angle, and ever so slowly, just tip over. It was almost like slow motion, but laying on its side, it was easy to get a strap around the open part of his rock slider to pull him upright again. Albeit, he still had quite a few panels buckled and cracked rear quarter window.
The moral of the story is: if you have plates along the entire length of your sliders you'll be stuck for a good place to pull.
Just something to consider.

That's a perk that I'm not going to tell the wife. I can't imagine any positive reaction to a story involving the potential of our expensive vehicle lying on its side, slow motion or not.

"But honey...we just have to get the sliders on the off-chance we end up sideways in a ditch and need a way to right the vehicle."

Thanks for pointing that out, though. I would not have considered that line of thinking on my own.

 

[GreenbowCounty]

For the time being I've deleted mine and put some Prado rockers on.

 

[LastPlace]

Where did you get the rockers from? I’ve read about others importing them but at a huge expen$e

 

[BMRisko]

Where did you get the rockers from? I’ve read about others importing them but at a huge expen$e

The cheapest is probably a used set from Croooober...$10-20 USD + $380ish shipping. I almost bought a set until I found someone selling their 460 steps for $50. Not color matched, but I'll figure something out.

 

[Nicemarmot]

For the time being I've deleted mine and put some Prado rockers on. View attachment 1967604

This wheels look great.

 

[manpurse]

I really want to get some Prado 150 rocker panels but can't stomach the $400 shipping cost when the actual product costs less than $40. Maybe I'll get lucky and find GX460 side steps from a local junkyard...

 

[LastPlace]

I really want to get some Prado 150 rocker panels but can't stomach the $400 shipping cost when the actual product costs less than $40. Maybe I'll get lucky and find GX460 side steps from a local junkyard...

Same here. wish someone could import them in bulk or do a group buy to save on shipping costs

 

[BMRisko]

Same here. wish someone could import them in bulk or do a group buy to save on shipping costs

I have some contacts in Tokyo and was going to look into it for when they move back to the US. May be able to put some sets in a container w/ their personal belongings.

 

[GreenbowCounty]

Where did you get the rockers from? I’ve read about others importing them but at a huge expen$e

Sourced from Yahoo auctions for $60 but as others have said it is the shipping that will get you...

 

[g2340sw]

Also in the market for my 13, liking the mt, rci and rsg look pretty similar. Does anyone know victory4x4 or have any experience. They look good but no kick out similar to the slee sliders.

 

[Washingtontaco]

I'm very happy with my Demello sliders. When I was shopping I was down to MT or Demello and went Demello because of the 4 legs and the plate that bolts to the frame, DOM steel. Solid sliders.

 

[tortoiseracing]

I'm very happy with my Demello sliders. When I was shopping I was down to MT or Demello and went Demello because of the 4 legs and the plate that bolts to the frame, DOM steel. Solid sliders.

The pictures of the Demello slides do look good in your other posts. And DOM FTW!

Do these sliders require drilling any additional holes into the frame? With four links to the frame, that's a lot of attachments.

 

[Washingtontaco]

The pictures of the Demello slides do look good in your other posts. And DOM FTW!

Do these sliders require drilling any additional holes into the frame? With four links to the frame, that's a lot of attachments.

No drilling required. Loosely install 4 bolts to support the weight then lightly shake or move the slider to start the others. Depending on how old your GX is use a barrel brush chucked up in a drill, clean and lube the fastener holes with a dab of grease.

 

[heliwill10]

Thanks team. Ordered my RSG sliders, flat, with step plate this week. Appreciate the assist!

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