Ford F-450 Running Boards, Side Steps and Nerf Bars

These are the same as the originally installed step bars for my 2009 F450 except that these are SS rather than mild steel. I purchased the truck from Ohio where it was exposed to salt and water during the winter months -- thus the original mild steel bars rusted out. The new bars being SS will last the life of the truck. The new mounting brackets are mild steel, not SS, and are substantially thinner than the original brackets. I can feel a slight give (my weight 250 lbs) when I stand on the step bar but it is not uncomfortable. As far as installation, getting the old rusted bolts out was the major part of the work. I would suggest using anti-seize compound with your install in case future removal is needed. Read more Westin E Series Step Bar customer reviews.