APS Pocket Steps Running Boards for Tacoma Double & Crew Cab

I purchased a new 2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5. The dealer wanted $900 to put on some simple round bar steps and a local place wanted $700. So I took a chance and it paid off. They arrived well secured and undamaged in a very sturdy double thick cardboad box about 7' tall and a foot wide, strapped and taped secure. Once opened, they were also well protected by cushioning and the individual parts to assemble were taped down so they wouldn't slide around. They were pretty easy to assemble. Goes faster with a socket drill. The steps have to be attached to the bars so be sure to screw those in on the two outside facing screws first before tightening up any of the T-bolts from the underside. Otherwise you'll have to loosen them and do it all over - this was not mentioned in the directions I received and would definitely help future buyers. There are three very strong steel brackets for each side of the truck. They screw into pre-threaded holes that exist on the Tacoma's underside. Very easy. Tighten nice and tight but dont max it out. The rails with the steps then set on top of the brackets and screw in. Pretty straight forward. Took me about two hours with no rush, just listening to my 70s tunes out in the garage and getting after the kids for walking on my grass, and enjoyed a pepsi the whole times - so all in all an enjoyable Sunday afternoon for everyone (but the kids hahah). Once completed they held my weight fine (i'm 240 lbs) and my wife who is just 5'-4" LOVES them, makes it much easier for her to hop in. And my dad who is in his 80s will love them to. And Even though I'm 6'-1", they really help me out getting in the seat - I can just put my right foot up and just ease right in, then push of them with my left. Gets me under the low steering wheel a lot easier then without them. They're made of a very thick aluminum and and the brackets of steel. All hardware appears to be steel as well. Welds were well done. Didn't see any crack or poor work on them. BTW, the iArmor logo is cut into the rails, see thru style. They include a red decal that can be placed behind the opening to make the logo pop, but I didn't use it - i like the clean look better. What i like about these: strong, very wide steps and deep enough my size 12 shoe fits easily on it with no issue. Plus, stub wall is solid so you foot won't slip thru if there happens to be ice on the step or you misjudge it. But I doubt if ice will ever by a problems as there are several nice sized drain slots in the steps, plus grip. These make my new Tacoma look like a tank or like the Battlestar Galactica - strong, visually pleasing, and very functional. Not like those wimpy little 3" round bar steps at the dealership. I highly recommend these steps and hope they will last a long time. And if not, at the price, I'll just buy them again.

I bought this 2 years ago and let it sit in the box until a few days ago. I have a 2020 Toyota Tacoma. I’m 41 years old single momma and I put these 2 steel pocket steps up by myself on one side and then the other side I let my 13 year old son help me out because he doesn’t have a father figure and I always get him involved in things so he can learn. If I can do it, you can too. The instructions were easy to follow and it’s not that heavy to put up.

These side steps are well made, easy to install and very sturdy. They fit perfect on my 2023 Toyota SR5 4x4. The 4-inch drop places the step in the ideal position for entering and exiting the vehicle. Their design also prevents you from kicking the side of the truck when entering the vehicle. The step is large and in comfortable to use. Installation is straight forward, and the instructions provided are easy to understand. The only change I would make to the installation instructions is to loosely place the mount brackets on the vehicle first to give you a support to place the sidestep on. After the sidestep is in place tighten all the mount nuts and bolts. Do not overtighten, the product uses nut certs which are good and support an easy installation, but they can be stripped out easily if you over tighten the bolts. The Toyota Tacoma comes predrilled from the factory for the installable of side steps. Total install time with a flat tip screwdriver and 12mm socket was about 40 minutes. Definitely recommend.

I really liked the look of these running boards when I installed them in October of 2022 on my Toyota Tacoma. But the steel mounting brackets started to rust (which is to be expected- I live in Michigan and the salt on the roads in winter can be pretty heavy) but I did not expect the powder coated finish to come off the steps as well. These might be great if you live where it doesn't snow. But if you live where they salt the roads in the winter, you may want to try other options. Which is a shame, because other than the finish not lasting, these are very nice. I'll try to post some pics later.

Very happy with my purchase. Easier to install than I expected. Just follow the instructions and they fit perfectly. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Received these Christmas of 2023 and I feel like I can give a SOLID review. As for install, I'd suggest having someone give you a hand putting these together and to have someone help hold them up for alignment and install. Take your time and after installed on truck be sure to tighten everything up. Seen someone say "I hit one rock and they broke" so I made sure to test that theory (broke my driver side rear corner bumper during this test). The steps had NO problem slamming the two large rocks they hit (really didn't mean to hit them as hard as I did but it worked out). Once we got out of the rocky area came the mud holes... It had been raining for 3 days so instead of just playing in the mud I ended up sinking my truck deep enough it was coming in the doors. The ground gave way as I was being pulled out forcing the driver side steps to dig into the ground and had a lot of force on them during the 3-4 hour recovery. I thought for sure this was going to be the end of these steps. BUT NO, they came out flawlessly! So if you ask me, yes, yes these are 110% awesome steps at an awesome price!

Well built, look great, and, easy to install on my Tacoma!

Fits good on a 2016 Tacoma crew cab, I had it installed by a mechanic, the replacement took him about half an hour.

These look great, and installed very easily. Great instructions too. My only concern is that the metal seemed on the thin side (which shouldn't be surprising considering the price point) and that some of the welds weren't perfectly continuous around all edges. Not expecting this will be the best product for standing up to road salt and/or a rock strike while roaming in the bush, but time will tell.

These steps look great. Feel like good quality. I would recommend. The only issue was the slotted bolts attaching the steps to the brackets. Those are not very fun to deal with. They should have studs that slide maybe. But for the price I, very happy with them.

Fitment: 2020 Tacoma Double Cab Standard Bed TRD 4x4 Sport Good fitment. Looks nice. Well located pocket steps for ease of access. M8 bolts has Grade 8.8 rating. Comes with clear instructions and torque specs. Does not have the weight of stainless steel. Feels like aluminum. Matte black textured paint feels well applied but time and use will tell. I weigh 180lbs. There is a bit of flex when I stand on it; you can see it more than feel it. Brackets has the weight of steel.

They look amazing. Strong and nice looking. Great product

Used on my 2021 Toyota Tacoma. Good quality and 3 hours to install myself. Like the wide step on these Nice finish on them as well