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it shouldn't be a issue with 5th gens. It WAS a issue with 4th gens but i believe they corrected it.
I would reach out to RCI if you have any doubts or questions in regards to their sliders.
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I'm not sure why the gen would indicate flexing or not. I thought I read about it on a 5th gen since I don't really look into 4th gen stuff. It was years ago when I saw this. I have some RCI stuff on my 4Runner and its good quality. I compared all sliders and decided Cali Raised was the best for me, even though RCI sounds cooler lol.
I love the simplicity of the Cali Raised. Plus, they were local to me. I got to see where and how they were made, and got to save $150 in shipping.
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12-30-2023, 12:46 PM
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I'm not sure why the gen would indicate flexing or not. I thought I read about it on a 5th gen since I don't really look into 4th gen stuff. It was years ago when I saw this. I have some RCI stuff on my 4Runner and its good quality. I compared all sliders and decided Cali Raised was the best for me, even though RCI sounds cooler lol.
I love the simplicity of the Cali Raised. Plus, they were local to me. I got to see where and how they were made, and got to save $150 in shipping.
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That is nice to be able to save on shipping. I am nowhere near local to any 4runner fab shops so shipping costs were unavoidable for me. The cali raised sliders looked really nice but when all was said an done, the RCI's were the best price for what I assume are all similar products.
Any chance you could link this old thread? Im still curious to know which brand slider you are referring to.
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12-31-2023, 03:42 AM
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I ended up going with Westcott sliders. Zero degree so they work good as a step and the added top plate helps as well. No chance to test them as an actual slider yet but they look to be up for the job and the quality is top notch.
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12-31-2023, 12:46 PM
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I ended up going with Westcott sliders. Zero degree so they work good as a step and the added top plate helps as well. No chance to test them as an actual slider yet but they look to be up for the job and the quality is top notch.
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Westcott designs seems to make really quality stuff from what I’ve read/seen. They were a little pricey after shipping compared to RCI so that really swayed my choice.
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12-31-2023, 01:04 PM
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i have the RCI sliders and can say they work great and have held up well after 2 years of rocks along with the road salt Kentucky loves to put down the second someone mentions fluffy white stuff falling from the sky.
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12-31-2023, 05:25 PM
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Those RSG sliders look like they might provide a wider step surface, I think I'll go with them. I really want to replace the stupid Predator steps that came with my 4Runner.
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01-01-2024, 03:53 PM
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I read that when they did the Hi-Lift jack test on the other brand, the sliders flexed enough to where the rear door wouldn't open without hitting the slider. My sliders don't flex in the slightest.
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My experience was a bit different, I got the Cali with plates and bump outs because I like the idea of the mount brackets wrapping under the frame, just seems stronger to me. Mine do flex a little when jacking though, not enough to hurt anything maybe 1/4-3/8". The front bracket on the left side was off about 1/8" so I had to slot one of the holes, but I still love em and got a great price last summer.
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01-01-2024, 05:22 PM
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My experience was a bit different, I got the Cali with plates and bump outs because I like the idea of the mount brackets wrapping under the frame, just seems stronger to me. Mine do flex a little when jacking though, not enough to hurt anything maybe 1/4-3/8". The front bracket on the left side was off about 1/8" so I had to slot one of the holes, but I still love em and got a great price last summer.
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Yeah I forgot about that aspect; I love how they wrap the frame.
I've heard of a few others needing to wobble out one of the holes, but that's a fairly easy fix and non uncommon for hand-built metal work
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Thank you all for your replies. I ended up caving and finally purchasing some sliders (buy once, cry once as they say). I went with RCI flats powder coated with top plates because after shipping, it was the best price compared to the top brands. Their standard material is DOM steel and it was still cheaper after shipping vs other brands with HREW. I figure you really can’t go wrong with any brand it mostly depends on what sales are running and what they offer!
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I think you made a good choice. PM inbound.
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01-01-2024, 10:54 PM
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i have the RCI sliders and can say they work great and have held up well after 2 years of rocks along with the road salt Kentucky loves to put down the second someone mentions fluffy white stuff falling from the sky.
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Nice to hear about the salt! I’m in an area that responds similarly to snow.
How do they work as a step? Do they stick out enough?
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01-01-2024, 10:59 PM
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Those RSG sliders look like they might provide a wider step surface, I think I'll go with them. I really want to replace the stupid Predator steps that came with my 4Runner.
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Yea the RSG’s look really nice and seem to stick out pretty far. They’re a favorite on this forum for sure.
I was really leaning towards RSG but RCI was a couple hundred dollars cheaper. RCI also only offers DOM steel where as RSG offers weaker HREW as well as DOM and the HREW was still much more expensive after shipping compared to RCI.
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01-02-2024, 11:21 AM
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Yea the RSG’s look really nice and seem to stick out pretty far. They’re a favorite on this forum for sure.
I was really leaning towards RSG but RCI was a couple hundred dollars cheaper. RCI also only offers DOM steel where as RSG offers weaker HREW as well as DOM and the HREW was still much more expensive after shipping compared to RCI.
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Cali Raised is also DOM btw
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No one has mentioned PakRax sliders yet. These are a great quality and priced very well. RCI are probably one of the best.
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Metaltech makes killer stuff. I've been running the OPOR Sliders for 10+ years and they're holding up great. They have a heavier duty and lighter duty model. Not the cheapest but definitely one of the best.
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they stick out far enough that older relatives can use them to get in and out. the dog is also happy to use them to step in and jump out. I have used the kick outs to help pivot around trees.
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