Runnning Boards
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I have a 2000 BLazer 4 dr. with runnning boards, i think it would look alot better without the running boards on, but people have been telling me theres a risk in doing that. Is there any risk of damaging parts,or problems with the frame?
#2
No there isn't!! By removing the running boards all it really does is expose the frame and lower body to offroading incidents, but if you don't seriously rock crawl or anything I would just take them off!!!
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I will never rock crawl with this thing, i was at a dif. wesite an asked the same question, i was getting answers like if i do my frame could break or it was the major support for the frame an all that stuff. Thanks i will probably be takin them off when i put on the shackles or 2" suspension lift.
#4
LOL whoever said your frame will break should smack themselves in the head for that answer!!!! Its a bolt on accessory that doesn't impact your frames strength or make it weak!!
#5
Most running boards don't even mount to the frame! Have a look at how they mount. My old Bravada came with running boards and I removed them the first chance I got. They always got in the way. My Rainier was the same way. They are hanging in my garage. Neither of these vehicles had the running board attached to the frame.
#6
Kyle's right about the mounting location but I have seen some that are mounted to the frame, the ones not mounted to the frame are a waste imo!!!
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So taking them off will just expose the frame? Will i get any ground clearance?
#8
No it will not add to ground clearance unless they hang below the frame!!!
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Thanks for all the help, hopefully i can get them off in the next couple of days.
#10
Cool take some pics of before and after if you can, its always nice to see everyone's blazer's and if they make changes to them seeing before and after pics!!!






