what is the best way to get to the lower bolt on the passenger side closest to the engine. just don't see how I can get a wrench or anything on it.
taking off Factory running boards
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I just took mine off this past weekend ('99 LX470). I also had trouble with that bolt on the front right bracket. I ended up removing 2 bolts that hold on a rubber/plastic shield that blocks access to that bolt. Once that shield is out of the way, you can insert your socket driver between the 2 lines that the shield protects. Let me know if this isn't clear, and I'll snap a few pics tonight.
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I appreciate it would you mind snapping a quick pic of where to remove the shield I might try to tackle this tonight thanks,
3 pics: first is the 2 nuts to remove that will free up the metal/rubber shield that protects those metal lines. 10mm socket
Second and third pics show a 13mm socket engaged on the offending bolt. The socket just threads between the two metal lines. Obviously, my running boards are off but this should help show the angle to take for that hidden bolt.
You need more tools... 
Took mine off last week ('06 LC). I used 1/4" ratchet with an angle socket adapter. It's tight, but it works.
took off mine for the HiH7 last weekend (01 LC) and used an open 12mm wrench.
This is a very correct answer. I used this very combination on my 2002.
I took my running boards off today, while I'm still deciding which sliders to get. I'm thinking the White Knuckle ones. I had no issues removing the running boards. The 12mm bolts were slightly a PITA, but having the universal joint socket adapter did the trick.
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Those metal lines are the rear a/c lines, they are prone to corrosion and leak, so keep that in mind when your a/c stops working.
You can coat them with something like truck bed liner to protect them from road grime and salt.
