Tailgate Step Suggestions?
We just bought an F150, and I really like the look and function of the Amp Research Bed Step, but I'm not in love with the price tag! So, I'm curious, what do you all do to make bed access a bit ea...
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The Amp Research Bed Step looks like a decent unit.
I was fortunate with my 2010 F150. It came with the max tow package, bed side steps, and the tailgate with an integrated handle and step.
While you can't add these items to your stock tailgate, the side steps should bolt on. I find these as handy as the tailgate step.
That said, my setup had two issues. I couldn't drop the tailgate when hitched to the travel trailer. It would hit the Jack. My fix was to move the jack further back. And the step couldn't be used when hitched for obvious reasons.
Before:
During: Test fit with tailgate down, trailer hitched.
After:
I was fortunate with my 2010 F150. It came with the max tow package, bed side steps, and the tailgate with an integrated handle and step.
While you can't add these items to your stock tailgate, the side steps should bolt on. I find these as handy as the tailgate step.
That said, my setup had two issues. I couldn't drop the tailgate when hitched to the travel trailer. It would hit the Jack. My fix was to move the jack further back. And the step couldn't be used when hitched for obvious reasons.
Before:
During: Test fit with tailgate down, trailer hitched.
After:
