Photo request: 3rd gen Limited without running boards

I took mine off tonight. I all ready like the look of my truck without them on. I do know that when my mom comes back into town, she'll have trouble getting in, since she used them everytime!

I used a 1/2'' socket, make sure it's nice and skinny though, because the bolts nearest the front of the car have a metal surround that a fat socket wont be able to fit in.
 
With Running Boards:

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Without:
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I am considering removing the running boards on my '99 Limited.

If I take them off, can I expect a lot of dirt or any paint chipping on the front door because there are no mud flaps?

Has anyone removed the running board and added a mud flap behind the front wheels?

I like the look of no running board and no mud flap but I do not want to sacrafice my paint to get it.

Thanks.
 
skywalker1020 said:
I am considering removing the running boards on my '99 Limited.

If I take them off, can I expect a lot of dirt or any paint chipping on the front door because there are no mud flaps?

Has anyone removed the running board and added a mud flap behind the front wheels?

I like the look of no running board and no mud flap but I do not want to sacrafice my paint to get it.

Thanks.

I kinda like the loof of the mud flap behind the front wheel. I know this isn't the best picture to see the flap, but to give you an idea of how well they keep crap off the side of my car, I had been driving through slushy/sticky snow for hours and had basically no buildup on my lower cladding. They cost like 11 bucks at Advanced Auto, and I just used the existing bolts to mount them. One of the best mods I have done for under 20 bucks

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Limited before/after

1 week after purchasing my 4Runner, I finally got the chance to remove the running boards. Definitely gives it a more lifted look.

Before:
Running Boards.jpg

After:
Without Running Boards.jpg
 

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Looks great. I just did the same thing. I was a little disappointed at how much you could see under it (tank, frame, etc).
 

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