I bought the 2 inch N-FAB steps they also come in 3 inch tubes they are about 100.00 more i liked these cause the steps are attached on the step but also the tube it self. End caps seem to be holding up.
You should be able to find a place like Carmax that will buy one of your vehicles and get you out from underneath one of the notes. Provided you are not upside down! Heck maybe even both.