H3 Rock Sliders

[jphh20]

I could use some advice from you all on the best rock sliders for my rig. I'm running 35s, 1" daystar body lift and rear lift shackles. I currently have the oem ucp and need frame protection. I recently took off my oem tube side steps and looking for a quality slider that can double as a step for the family getting in and out. I searched the net and found a few out there.

-rocky road
-oem
-N fab

Does anyone have good experience with these or have any recommendations for a quality slider that has a built in step for the wife and kids? Has anyone modified there's to fit tighter with a body lift?

Thanks


Joe


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[06 H3]

rocky road or paulo540s idea where he welded toyota sliders to the frame.

 

[Airborne]

I have rocky road and they make good sliders. I am really unsatisfied with their customer service though. I had a really bad experience with that and I live very close to them so for someone out of state it might be a bigger issue.
A site sponsor Schwartzy makes sliders you might ask him if he can make you a custom set that have a steeper angle for the body lift.
OE is a great compromise for added weight and protection. For more durable protection look at rocky road and Schwartzy, but they do add some weight added to the rig.

 

[digglesworth]

I agree and disagree. Rocky road add some added protection to the side because they stick out further. However, they do leave the pinch weld somewhat exposed. They've also been known to flex up into the pinch weld... Oems don't stick out as far but cover the pinch weld a little better. Any sliders are susceptible to flex though. Schwartzys are beefy but they're super heavy and the most expensive option. It's up to you to weigh out your options and choose accordingly. Any of the choices provide more protection than what you have now though.

 

[rsc]

I have to agree with Digglesworth on the sliders. If you are thinking of the weld-on Toyota sliders, remember that they are only 68" long and the legs will interfere with the e-brake lines. I recently had 4xinnovations begin buildong me a set of their Toyota sliders with the legs not welded in place. I figure that if you have to weld the frame plates, why not weld the legs on where you want and at the proper angles for the H3. I had mine made up out of DOM tubing at 70" long with a kickout/step at the back for passemgers. They can add front kickouts, heavy duty tubing and any other options you want to buy. I am trying to get a slider to stick out a little like RR, up tight to the body like stock and still protect the seam area while having a step area too. The guys at 4xInnovations were willing to build them however I needed, I'll post up pictures in a couple of weeks when they come in.

 

[kilroy]

Those 4xinnoxations sliders look decent, with a couple adaptations would be great. Was also eyeballing their plate bumpers and wondering what it would take to make them work with the H3.

 

[cgalpha08]

I have rocky roads, i love them due to the bar that sits out wider than the vehicle, allowing a step for the roof, and to help pivot around trees and/or rocks. It has saved me from body damage in the past.

As to the pinch weld/seam. You can always do what hunner did, which is to weld a piece of metal to the slider legs. This will almost certainly make it harder to take the sliders on and off.

 

[rsc]

Hey Kilroy, just noticed you live in Owosso. I live just north of Tulsa in Owasso too! Haha!

 

[jphh20]

Great advice and suggestions folks. I'm probably going with rocky road with some mods to fit closer to the body.


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[08H3]

I'm happy with the Rocky Roads, however they probably have the worst powdercoat of any aftermarket product I have ever dealt with. If appearance is important to you, I'd have them stripped and recoated with a reputable coater locally before I even installed them. I rarely deal with rock impacts from the bottom, but use them to pivot on trees occasionally and for that they are the best option.

 

[Airborne]

I'm happy with the Rocky Roads, however they probably have the worst powdercoat of any aftermarket product I have ever dealt with. If appearance is important to you, I'd have them stripped and recoated with a reputable coater locally before I even installed them. I rarely deal with rock impacts from the bottom, but use them to pivot on trees occasionally and for that they are the best option.

Part of the reason I am not happy with their service. It isn't even really a powder coat just a paint. Even with no nicks or scraps definitely expect rust with rocky road.