LX570 Rock Sliders. Need some input (1 Viewer)

[Heckraiser]

My vote: Bolt on, slight angle up (10-15*), kick out, rattle can.

DOM vs HREW, personal preference. Both will protect the bodywork, HREW will just get more dented in the process if used a lot. Also depends a lot on the structure and thickness of tube being used.

Powdercoat = money wasted in slider application. Just gonna get scraped off anyway. Save a buck and rustoleum them in the driveway.

 

[barukinzs]

My vote: Bolt on, slight angle up (10-15*), kick out, rattle can.

DOM vs HREW, personal preference. Both will protect the bodywork, HREW will just get more dented in the process if used a lot. Also depends a lot on the structure and thickness of tube being used.

Powdercoat = money wasted in slider application. Just gonna get scraped off anyway. Save a buck and rustoleum them in the driveway.

My disco is rattle can finished but different application. LX is set up more for toruing with occasional tight trails

 

[Heckraiser]

In that case, I vote HREW. Cheaper and sufficient for the application. I still wouldn't bother to powdercoat, even in a light-duty application. That's just me.

 

[SF1911A1]

Oh nice! May I ask why cbi over slee? Design wise, they're both formed

Relatively short wait time was a big factor. I like the look of the CBI’s and having the steps is a plus for the wife and kids.

Looking at their website now, slee says out of stock and will put you on their email list. CBI took my order and put me in line.

 

[sleeoffroad]

Relatively short wait time was a big factor. I read some threads about the slee sliders being outsourced to China and a few members not very happy with the quality of the product lately. I don’t have any links and could be mistaken, it’s been a while since I was doing the research. I like the look of the CBI’s and having the steps is a plus for the wife and kids.

Not sure where you have seen that. There is no truth to us outsourcing anything to China. All our products with SLEE branding is made in the USA.

 

[SF1911A1]

Not sure where you have seen that. There is no truth to us outsourcing anything to China. All our products with SLEE branding is made in the USA.

Then I will delete that, I apologize.

 

[slipkid13]

I have the Slee Sliders and I think they look great. The build quality is 2nd to none.

I installed Slee Offroad LX570 sliders, here's how it went

I used a longer bolt with a nut and a few washers for under 2 bucks and squished that riv nut in as snug as a bug in a rug. Only 1 required for the LX.

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[bigezvol]

Definitely bolt on over weld on for an lx. I'm waiting on the Slee sliders to be back in stock. Already have the ahc protection plates and lights sitting in the garage.

 

[barukinzs]

It’s a go now! As expected, the challenge is the leg placement. Well, we figured out a design that’ll work around the ahc system and keep the globe protection in place! It’ll be bolted on to the frame. In the mean time, here’s one rad project anybody wants a roll caGe? Lol

 

[grinchy]

Will be interested to see the final product! How many hours did they quote?

 

[barukinzs]

Will be interested to see the final product! How many hours did they quote?

Honestly, however long it takes. This is sort of a beta testing deal we agreed on. Turn around ~2 days installed

 

[barukinzs]

Removing the running boards is straight forward. Remove the splash guard then mark guide lines for the cut. I recommend using utility knife for a clean cut. Once you're done with cutting, unbolt the supporting legs, then start popping the rocker panel tabs that hold the running board.

 

[turbo8]

It’s a go now! As expected, the challenge is the leg placement. Well, we figured out a design that’ll work around the ahc system and keep the globe protection in place! It’ll be bolted on to the frame. In the mean time, here’s one rad project anybody wants a roll caGe? LolView attachment 2928910

Don't trust your life with that "cage".

 

[barukinzs]

Don't trust your life with that "cage".

Don't trust your life with that "cage".

not mine but curious why not

 

[Madtiger]

It’s a go now! As expected, the challenge is the leg placement. Well, we figured out a design that’ll work around the ahc system and keep the globe protection in place! It’ll be bolted on to the frame. In the mean time, here’s one rad project anybody wants a roll caGe? LolView attachment 2928910

Not sure about LC…….but the older vehicles with the older design airbags, in a front collision, your head tends to slide off the depolyed airbag (from steering wheel and/or front dash) to the side……where those wonderfully-placed grab handles! And i assume that you would need to remove the side curtain airbags too. And lack of side airbags will remove the last protection of your head from sliding off the front airbags.

This is the 4runner:

See how the head is sliding off the airbag? It is only by the side airbag that prevented the head from sliding completely off the airbag and hitting the A-pillar/glass……or in your case, those beefy rollcage bars. In other words, for older vehicles like our LC, it is imperative to have side curtain airbags intact in a frontal collision (not just side collision) because it is what keeps our head on the front deploying airbags!

 

[kwelhand]

Removing the running boards is straight forward. Remove the splash guard then mark guide lines for the cut. I recommend using utility knife for a clean cut. Once you're done with cutting, unbolt the supporting legs, then start popping the rocker panel tabs that hold the running board.View attachment 2931061View attachment 2931063

Does it come with a cutting template for the OEM running board?

 

[barukinzs]

Does it come with a cutting template for the OEM running board?

I just followed the contour to my liking. Look closely to where it starts to curve and just follow the line.

This took some detail work, making sure it matches the other side.
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[nwfl4runner]

not mine but curious why not

The a pillar bends are scary for a cage

 

[barukinzs]

I finally got a chance to test fit the sliders today. Looking at the photo, it doesn’t seem complicated but there was a lot of back and forth thoughtful discussion on the mounting design. Finishing up the light tabs and off to powder coating

 

[WhiteTrash85]

Really nice. Hope they start to produce this as another slider option for us LX guys.