[OP]
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I have recently purchased a 2011 GMC 1500 extended cab pick up. It came with no step/running boards.
It is a little high for my older dog to get in. So I have decided to get some side steps. My question is has anyone installed them themself. I can get them installed for $80. Is it an easy job or should I just let someone that does it on a regular basis do it.
Thanks in advance, Kevin
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Are the steps big enough for the dog to get his back legs up after the front legs?
$80 seems reasonable if the installer is competent.
If the vehicle is made to accept aftermarket steps then it might be an easy job to do oneself.
jtk
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I would definitely check to see if they are dog friendly steps. my 1500 came with boards but I can only get my toes on them and my feet dont fit between them and the truck. I really dislike mine they make me do an awkward half step
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My kids use a folding plastic stool to get up to the sink and such. Wonder if getting something similar to keep in the truck would be better and more economical.
[OP]
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Update, I purchased OEM steps online for $249 and installed them myself in about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The frame had plugs covering factory holes for steps. I could do another one in about 45 minutes without directions. Everything worked out well.
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You....(GASP!)....read the DIRECTIONS??? Your man card is permanently revoked.
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Years ago, I installed a set of Smittybuilt side steps on the 2000 Toyota Tundra I owned at the time. The install was relatively easy outside of being a balancing act to do alone. And yea..."Read the Fabulous Manual" is a good practice.
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