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  1. 2nd June 2012, 12:36 PM #1
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    Should I remove factory sidesteps for cape trip?

    Hi all,

    I'm seeking some advise please.

    I will be heading up to Cape York leaving mid July for 4 weeks. I plan on doing the old Telegraph Rd from Bramwell Junction north and possibly Lakefeild National Park.

    I currently have the factory fitted side steps on my D2a. I've got a 2" lift and running 255/70/R16s (which gives an extra 1/2" clearence over factory size).

    My question is:
    Should I remove the side steps to allow for better rampover angle or should I leave them on to offer some protection to the sills and help the wife and kids get in?

    I know rock sliders are the obvious choice, but lets pretend that they're not an option.

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    I own a D2a fitted with 255/70 16's ... with no side steps & no lift ... I would say definitley yes !

    Has it got SLS or coils ? SLS in offroad mode will get you some extra ramp over, not much, and everytime you go over 35km/hr it will lower back to standard height, requiring you to reselect offroad again when you drop below 35 ...

    Sliders with nerf bars ... yes. Factory sidesteps ... no.

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    I would be leaving them on.. some protection for your sills is better than no protection at all..
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sue View Post
    I would be leaving them on.. some protection for your sills is better than no protection at all..
    x2 I have a standard height D1 with side steps and I've taken rubber off the side steps and left quite a few scrapes on the underside of the steps, but that beats hitting the body!!
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    They also help deflect the stones and gravel from being thrown up against the side of vehicle
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    Quote Originally Posted by Fluids View Post
    Has it got SLS or coils ?
    Coils all round.
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