WTB: side steps mounting hardware anchors

Clever substitution. But is it strong enough?

A full hardware kit is $34.00 from Honda. It is more parts than you need...But will take the guess work out of it.

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ramblerdan said:

Clever substitution. But is it strong enough?

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I've bounced around while standing on them, both after installing them and after several weeks. There is no movement at all. The bolts are as tight as the day I installed them.

Truthfully, I wasn't even sure the plate bolts were necessary as the others looked to be strong enough, but I didn't want to risk it, so I went with the eye-bolts.

$68 is a lot to spend for 2 bolts! but if you're the type who likes everything original, it'll be worth the money. (you need one set for each side. Each set is $34)

the steps are on the car for 6 months already with out the plates,,the other bolts do hold the step on nice and firm,,iam 170 pounds and i stand on them to dry the roof and its been fine,,,,i just worry a little when some friends get in the back there a little bigger,,so its get those plates or lighter friends..lol..i will keep looking,,,thanks guys

bolts

good friend o mine

I have a complete hardware and bracket kit, brand new, $30, shipped.
Let me know,

Mikey

i like the roof rack