Integrated Box Step Question

[GManGeno]

Really wish the Raptor exhaust wasn't an issue. I love the integrated side step.

Maybe an aftermarket exhaust will free up the space needed...

interestingly, based on one of the reviews I saw, the box step would fit on the raptor drivers' side but the exhaust on passenger side is the issue and Ford did not want an asymmetrical bumper. So, the RR doesn't get any.

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[jrRaptor]

interestingly, based on one of the reviews I saw, the box step would fit on the raptor drivers' side but the exhaust on passenger side is the issue and Ford did not want an asymmetrical bumper. So, the RR doesn't get any.

I saw that as well. I would probably have OCD with an asymmetrical bumper. Would love to make it work somehow. I can't ever leave anything stock. Where there's a will, there's a way.

 

[DHH]

I can just see someone pushing their knee into the box side when up on the step. The main reason I did not add it to my truck.

My thought exactly, as I have done this on my current Ranger when using the wheel, although I suspect it would be less likely with the box-step as you will have better leverage than using the wheel

Is this step really necessary on the Ranger? I am waiting for the 2.7L and was not planing on ordering the step. Seems like you could just step on the tire, rim, or lower the tailgate… Maybe it would be a little more useful if it was up near the front of the bed, but it‘s literally right next to the tailgate. I understand the need in the F-150, but this truck is much lower.

I go in and out of the back of my truck quite a bit because I use it hauling construction material and the box step is 100% necessary IMO. The tailgate and tire are a pretty big step up if you're not over 8' tall. I found out the hard way that the rear fender dents real easy if you hit it with your knee....and it's real easy to do when using the wheel because of your body momentum created when pulling yourself up. When using the tailgate, it's virtually impossible to use it to step-up into the box because you don't have something directly in front of you to grab onto. And with the tailgate down, there is very little bumper exposed to use as a step.
Trying any of this when you're parked on a slope makes it real sketchy getting into the box.
Now you can easily use the tailgate to set your knee on and pull yourself up, but I've missed spotting nails, rocks, or other debris and sticking it into my knee one too many times do want to do it that way.

 

[Viporpa]

I can just see someone pushing their knee into the box side when up on the step. The main reason I did not add it to my truck.

Agreed. Knee , belt buckle , keys , pocket knife. All will scratch the paint. No thanks. I didnt order them either for all those reasons.

 

[jblase]

Looking to buy them for my new 2024 … anyone buy them from ford yet?

 

[Truckin]

Looking to buy them for my new 2024 … anyone buy them from ford yet?

I wish we were closer and could swap. My truck has them and I wanted to buy blank inserts and dealer wanted just north of 500

 

[jblase]

If I get them. ill let you know and make you a good deal

 

[Yonder_MN]

I made the same mistake when ordering my 25. Missed the cutoff to fix it on the order, but my dealer says it’s an easy swap (in shop or self) to correct. So thats my plan when the vehicle shows up and the parts are

- Joe .

 

[tpack424]

I wish we were closer and could swap. My truck has them and I wanted to buy blank inserts and dealer wanted just north of 500

I’m selling my blank inserts i

I made the same mistake when ordering my 25. Missed the cutoff to fix it on the order, but my dealer says it’s an easy swap (in shop or self) to correct. So thats my plan when the vehicle shows up and the parts are

- Joe .

I already swapped blanks for the side step and have the blanks posted for sale for a lot less than new.

https://www.ranger6g.com/forum/threads/panel-covers-truck-bed-moulding-for-removing-bed-step.11506/

 

[Truckin]

I’m selling my blank inserts i


I already swapped blanks for the side step and have the blanks posted for sale for a lot less than new.

https://www.ranger6g.com/forum/threads/panel-covers-truck-bed-moulding-for-removing-bed-step.11506/

Thanks. I’ll see if someone wants to swap. At $1100 new seams like shipping back and forth would be a great deal.
I’ll circle back if no takers

 

[Reddog99]

Foolishly, I failed to order this option and needless to say I regret my lack of foresight. Is there anyone who has taken delivery with this option that can tell me if it is integrated into the back fenders of part of the bumper. If it is part of the rear bumper than it will probably be to expensive to replace. If it is part of the rear fenders I'm gonna go for it since my sales manager said he will honor any extra options at Ford's build your truck price. Unfortunately I will have to pay for Labor. In hindsight there are a few other options I should have ordered as well but so it goes - nothing throwing more money at cannot solve later on.

I made the same mistake of not ordering the steps. I didn't notice that the rear bumper protrudes a few inches less that previous Rangers where you could just step on the bumper and didn't need a step.
When I investigated a retrofit I found that it's all a bolt-on modification, but the parts cost near $1000 for only one side.

 

[RangerDangerStranger]

Can't vouch for these, but in the pictures they look every bit as good as what Ford sent me. Save your self $900.

https://www.ranger6g.com/forum/threads/aliexpress-bed-step.15074/

https://www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-2024-ranger-bed-step.html?spm=a2g0o.best.search.0

 

[sweeks888]

Some may want to check out Alibaba.com, instead of Aliexpress... it would seem the same box-step is being offered for roughly the same price (cheaper actually) and with shipping at a more reasonable $60 to $70. In one picture, they even use the same blue Ranger picture as on Aliexpress. These may all possibly be manufactured in the same Chinese plant. For those that already purchased the Aliexpress offering, check out this link and let me know if you think the same product (3rd party box-step for 2024 Ford Ranger)...
https://www.alibaba.com/product-det...offerlist.normal_offer.d_title.271b13a025p78n

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