Slee slider decision (new version step sliders)

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And how ironic that Slee would advertise the newly released sliders on an LX470 but not actually offer them for the oem LX470

(Obviously the LX pictured had been converted to traditional coil).
 
sleeoffroad said:
We decided to provide a new product on the 100 series market since we had people ask for a sliders simmilar to our 200 / LX570 slider.

The formed sliders are always a lighter duty slider but still fully functional as a slider. That said anytihng can be bent if you try hard enough. The regular rectangular tube and round outer rail is definately stronger, but also comes with a weight penalty. Not everyone needs them, but some do.

We would hate to call them overland sliders, but that is probably their market. The mounting system is the same between both styles of sliders.

Non AHC sliders have three legs per side. We looked at the AHC system to see if we could do a single slider that would cover both cases, but then you have to start with bolt on legs and that complicates things and results into higher cost.

We do have the regular sliders availalbe for AHC trucks and no immediate plans to produce an AHC version. Sales numbers for prevcious AHC version sliders did not warrante bringing another SKU on board.

I guess we will see how these are received and then go from there.
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Straight from the man himself, thanks Christo. Those new ones on the 200 are gorgeous.
GTV said:
The formed sliders are handsome, they look OEM. I always thought AHC vs non AHC was just the matter of the center leg. It can't be chopped off to work with AHC?



I almost feel that way about my WK sliders. I really like the bump out though, I use it all the time.

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The downside (or upside?) to the new formed ones are that they really do look factory. Unless you know what you're looking for, they appear to be an OEM piece of equipment. The beauty of the plastic ones OEMs make, but in a usable form of steel. It's an impressive feat.
 
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bozncsurf said:
I did think it was really funny that there are literally thousands of post in the 100 section that either recommend removing or celebrate the removal of the factory steps / running boards .... And then everyone (certainly including myself here) gets really excited about a newly released slider that looks exactly like - well, a running board!

That being said, my wife drives an LX470 and if these newly released “overland” sliders were AHC compatible then I’d definitely cough up the coin.
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Can't speak for everyone, but I loved the OEM steps from a functional daily perspective. The LX ones especially are amazing. The solid light tube thing looks awesome in the evening and the wide step is fantastic. My ideal product would be a Slee or Dissent made armored shell with the step width and lighting of the OEM thing.

Years ago, I felt like people ragged on the "step sliders" for not being hardcore enough. Now, all I want is a big wide functional step that I can lay the car down on if I climb over a tricky rock.
 
suprarx7nut said:
Years ago, I felt like people ragged on the "step sliders" for not being hardcore enough. Now, all I want is a big wide functional step that I can lay the car down on if I climb over a tricky rock.
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So true!

Do you think we’re finally getting over the hype and just want something practical .....

Or do you think we’re just getting Old!!!
 
bozncsurf said:
So true!

Do you think we’re finally getting over the hype and just want something practical .....

Or do you think we’re just getting Old!!!
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I'm just getting old for sure, lol.

I'm not even that old. I'm scared to see what I'll be like in another 15 years... Eek.
 
I’m not sure the juice is worth the squeeze with these formed running board/steps/sliders- depends on what you expect from them- as a high clearance step platform prob better than stock running boards-aesthetically nicer looking-but I wouldn’t count on sliding over an obstacle and them holding their form. The pictures dont show the internal reinforcement-if it’s got gussets for strength.
 
suprarx7nut said:
Can't speak for everyone, but I loved the OEM steps from a functional daily perspective. The LX ones especially are amazing. The solid light tube thing looks awesome in the evening and the wide step is fantastic. My ideal product would be a Slee or Dissent made armored shell with the step width and lighting of the OEM thing.

Years ago, I felt like people ragged on the "step sliders" for not being hardcore enough. Now, all I want is a big wide functional step that I can lay the car down on if I climb over a tricky rock.
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That's my thought too. I'd love to wheel my LC but don't have the time and need to keep it a low-key stock daily driver for work purposes and kid hauling. I'd love more protection than the stock steps but need to keep a very functional step. The previous Slee step slider was my best option but I think this is even better for my purposes.
 
Anyone ever figure out a good alternative for the shipping for these? Slee is quoting me $400+ to ship $1200 sliders - kinda nuts
 
part of their shipping cost is handling and prep for shipping. Get the dimensions and weight and shop around for “door to terminal” rate (picks up at shipper and drops at terminal in ATL you go to the terminal and collect your shipment) you can try an online quote via YRC Freight

Or try mud-ship on the forum and see if anyone is headed from Denver to ATL that can bring them
 
Jwoodywild said:
Anyone ever figure out a good alternative for the shipping for these? Slee is quoting me $400+ to ship $1200 sliders - kinda nuts
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Take a road trip to Colorado and pick them up on your way to explore Telluride? They come foamed into a gigantic crate, thats likely just what it costs to ship.
 
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Also since no one has posted photos in here may as well post a couple. Purchased these in the spring and really like them, great build quality.

Slee 2.webp
Slee Sliders.webp
 
sleeoffroad said:
We decided to provide a new product on the 100 series market since we had people ask for a sliders simmilar to our 200 / LX570 slider.

The formed sliders are always a lighter duty slider but still fully functional as a slider. That said anytihng can be bent if you try hard enough. The regular rectangular tube and round outer rail is definately stronger, but also comes with a weight penalty. Not everyone needs them, but some do.

We would hate to call them overland sliders, but that is probably their market. The mounting system is the same between both styles of sliders.

Non AHC sliders have three legs per side. We looked at the AHC system to see if we could do a single slider that would cover both cases, but then you have to start with bolt on legs and that complicates things and results into higher cost.

We do have the regular sliders availalbe for AHC trucks and no immediate plans to produce an AHC version. Sales numbers for prevcious AHC version sliders did not warrante bringing another SKU on board.

I guess we will see how these are received and then go from there.
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What is the clearance on these vs factory steps? What about vs slider steps?
 
I get that shipping costs $$, but the $400 they need to ship to my door prevents me from making a $1400 (+$400 ship) purchase.
 
Jwoodywild said:
Anyone ever figure out a good alternative for the shipping for these? Slee is quoting me $400+ to ship $1200 sliders - kinda nuts
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I met the Slee guys at the SoCal Overland Expo and they told me how this new formed slider was coming. I think it looks fantastic I'd say OEM+.
I put these on the shopping cart and upon checkout I was also quoted over $400.00 to ship to LA. Unfortunately I stopped the purchase I just couldn't stomach paying 30% of the cost of the item in shipping.
 
I knew shipping was expensive but I didn’t realize it was that expensive. Sounds like I’ll need to pick up a set to coincide with a future CO trip!
 
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VR6GURU said:
I met the Slee guys at the SoCal Overland Expo and they told me how this new formed slider was coming. I think it looks fantastic I'd say OEM+.
I put these on the shopping cart and upon checkout I was also quoted over $400.00 to ship to LA. Unfortunately I stopped the purchase I just couldn't stomach paying 30% of the cost of the item in shipping.
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Same to lower Michigan.
 
Three $1355 sales ($4055 total) lost over $400 ea (!) in shipping in ONE day. There has got to be a better way. Slee, take my money, but not all of it!
 
That's oversized and therefore LTL freight shipping. I will say, Slee has some of the best packaging of any vendor out there. Some other vendors can ship more cheaply by shipping their sliders raw (no powder coating) and minimal packaging material.

Slee might get more sales if they make the sliders $1555 and charge $200 for shipping! 😉 $200 discount if picked up locally.

Weight (shipping)175 lbs
Dimensions81 × 38 × 16 in
 
hoser said:
That's oversized and therefore LTL freight shipping. I will say, Slee has some of the best packaging of any vendor out there. Some other vendors can ship more cheaply by shipping their sliders raw (no powder coating) and minimal packaging material.

Slee might get more sales if they make the sliders $1555 and charge $200 for shipping! 😉 $200 discount if picked up locally.

Weight (shipping)175 lbs
Dimensions81 × 38 × 16 in
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I picked mine up at a shipping facility here in Seattle and they are packaged extremely well. They showed up in a huge wood crate that looked like the leg lamp box in the movie A Christmas Story lol

I wanted something that had a finished/polished look and not home made to match the ARB bumper and rack and the Slee sliders are really the only thing I could find that fit that bill. It ended up being $1,755.00 shipped which is a lot.....but there arent really other choices. Agreed that I wouldnt have been as grumpy about the purchase at $1,555 + $200 shipping even though it works out the same
 
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