Comments on Rock Rails / step up

[rob85635]

What do you think of these GM parts and the pricing?

Rocker Panel Protector kit part # 12498471
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-...6801QQtcZphoto

Assist steps for above part, Part # 12498473
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/06-07...6766QQtcZphoto

I am correct that I need two sets of the Assist steps? The prices there seem reasonable. Comments?

Thanks,

Rob

[HUMMJAY]

[quote=rob85635]What do you think of these GM parts and the pricing?


Assist steps for above part, Part # 12498473<-- gehy

[HUMMJAY]

Rocker Panel Protector kit part # 12498471 <-- not gehy

[rob85635]

Ok, so the steps are ghey... my tiny wife still needs assistance getting in. Can I use something else with that rocker panel?

[ChiHummer3]

Totally disagree that the steps are ghey. I have them on my truck and they're great. Perfect for smaller people and kids. I know that probably isn't important to some people - but I think they're very functional and they look a lot better than the tube steps (IMHO). If you want to see them actually on a H3 you can check out my public profile here on the forum. I have a picture posted.

They aren't very functional if you're going to do a lot of off roading. They hang down pretty low.

[rob85635]

Originally Posted by ChiHummer3

Totally disagree that the steps are ghey. I have them on my truck and they're great. Perfect for smaller people and kids. I know that probably isn't important to some people - but I think they're very functional and they look a lot better than the tube steps (IMHO). If you want to see them actually on a H3 you can check out my public profile here on the forum. I have a picture posted.

They aren't very functional if you're going to do a lot of off roading. They hang down pretty low.

ChiHummer3, thanks for the advice. I went and looked at your forum picture but your H3 has the one piece runner. The one I am looking at is a two piece set for each side. Do you have both kinds?

[ChiHummer3]

Originally Posted by rob85635

ChiHummer3, thanks for the advice. I went and looked at your forum picture but your H3 has the one piece runner. The one I am looking at is a two piece set for each side. Do you have both kinds?

You are correct - mine are one solid piece on each side. I prefer the look of the of the full rail, plus it's easier for us when we load our kayaks on the roof racks - it's just extra stepping area to use. I'm sure the 2 piece (for each side) will work just as well.

It comes down to which look you like better. They are very functional though (unless you're going off road - then they'll need to come off). I've got two small kids that can get in and out of the truck easily with these rails.

[usetosellhummer]

removeable side steps

[HUMMJAY]

short people aint got no reason to live,,,,,

[ChiHummer3]

Originally Posted by HUMMJAY

short people aint got no reason to live,,,,,

Define short.

[ChiHummer3]

Originally Posted by NOMOYELLO

Look 2 your crotch....There U will find your answer.....

WTF?? Why am I being dragged into, yet another one of your tirades NOMO???

I found HUMMJAY's comment offensive as well. That's why I was asking what he meant.

I guess it's safe to assume you are vertically challenged.

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by ChiHummer3

WTF?? Why am I being dragged into, yet another one of your tirades NOMO???

I found HUMMJAY's comment offensive as well. That's why I was asking what he meant.

I guess it's safe to assume you are vertically challenged.

No, he's horizontally challenged in the pants. And now he's on another time-out.

[Crash ?]

Originally Posted by rob85635

Rocker Panel Protector kit part # 12498471
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-...6801QQtcZphoto

I am correct that I need two sets of the Assist steps? The prices there seem reasonable. Comments?

Under $500 shipped is the lowest price I've ever seen these new.. Can't comment on the steps.. Have never looked at the price on 'em..

[HummerHippy]

Back to the post's original topic...those teaka toys "steps"... are they rock rails? i.e. do they protect and are not meant to be removed when off roading?