East Bay - EV Sportline Running boards Question & Installer recommendation

[AFineOldWine]

I'm considering the Aluminum EV Sportline RMaxx running boards with aero covers (mostly due to low weight), but have a couple of "localish" questions.

1. Anyone have experience using these in the Sierra during winter? From the photos, it looks like they'd ice up pretty easy, and you'd have zero traction using them to step up or down. Any pointers to a better setup appreciated.

2. Any recommendations on installers locally?

Thanks!

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[windblowlc]

I have had mine (aluminum w/aero panels) this winter. What I can say the bigger issue is ice icing up preventing door opening than anything else, but it's the same with any running boards you put on the R1 except the nerf bars type. Traction is not the issue for me.

 

[mroe]

The install on all the R1 sliders/running boards is super straightforward. You don't need an installer.

I personally think its worth investing in real rock sliders over basic running boards. Especially considering you can use kneel mode if it's just about getting in/out.

I've been using the megawatt sliders for years now (which are pretty heavy) and I have seen zero impact on efficiency. Weight in the right places on this truck doesn't matter that much.

 

[RIV1]

I live on the peninsula and can show you mine. You don’t need an installer but seeing it in person might help. PM if interested

 

[slillie]

I have these...and love them. The step-plate is welded to the running-board frame, fewer parts to lose or install makes it very rigid.
https://www.realwheelsev.com/produc...s-steel-side-steps-black-powder-coated-finish

 

[AFineOldWine]

What I can say the bigger issue is ice icing up preventing door opening than anything else, Traction is not the issue for me.

Oh, I hadn't thought of the ice up issue -- thanks for the heads up!

I have these...and love them. Reel Wheels EV

Any "ice up" issues? They look like they have more room to drip off, because they are lower. Any guess at how much ground clearance you lost? (Not a major issue for me, just curious.)

Thanks for mentioning these -- I hadn't spotted them in my research.

 

[Thunder]

Op, most people can install your own running boards with cheap tools. Bonus is that once you install them you can always remove them later, say you lease is up. I found no loss of ground clearance or icing of any kind. The only cutting is with the bottom plastic trim which is optional.


EVbase-ev 2PCS Running Boards fit for R1S Door Side Steps Nerf Bars Pedal Compatible with R1S 2025 2026 Exterior Accessories
https://a.co/d/0gD0oNJD

 

[AFineOldWine]

EVbase-ev 2PCS Running Boards fit for R1S Door Side Steps Nerf Bars Pedal Compatible with R1S 2025 2026 Exterior Accessories
https://a.co/d/0gD0oNJD

WOW! That's a low price! Especially since it also converts from an R1S to R1T!!

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