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Predator step question. Deep snow issues?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Ryder 2017, Aug 20, 2021.

  1. Aug 20, 2021 at 6:13 AM
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    Ryder 2017

    Ryder 2017 [OP] New Member

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    Has anyone gone through a winter with deep snow and had any issues with Predator step setup
    getting bogged up with snow....new to this so be nice! Hppe this is a valid question :)
     
  2. Aug 20, 2021 at 6:36 AM
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    fajitas21

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    Predator steps have weak sides because they are mean as steps only to take the download load of standing on it, not a side load from pushing snow.

    I doubt they would get hung up as much as they would just plow snow until they folded sideways.
     
  3. Aug 20, 2021 at 6:47 AM
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    glwood54

    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    Well, that's one more reason to have replaced my Predator steps with sliders that I hadn't thought of...
     
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  4. Aug 20, 2021 at 7:15 AM
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    Slopemaster

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    I have N-Fab steps which are similar but the actual step is the tube rather than flat plate, which I prefer.

    No problem with snow or ice except they collect it.

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  5. Aug 20, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    Welcome from Arizona Dee! Snow?!?!
     
  6. Aug 20, 2021 at 10:33 PM
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    Predator steps are trash. Period. One of the best mods you could ever get if you are planning to keep this are rock sliders. Hefty fab, rgs, etc. so many choices. But they are easy to install watching a video and you’ll be much happier. If it needs to function as a sidestep also, plenty of options with no incline
     

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