LOD Destroyer Sliders Install/Review

[colindo]

Mine are about 5 1/2 inches from the step to the bottom of the door.

Thanks. My current steps are 4" so this would provide a little lower step which would be good for the wife and kids.

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[Jeepmonster]

Really happy with mine. Very functional (rugged, good steps, fits body contour). Lining up carriage bolts to start the nuts was a bit tough. As others have mentioned, attaching the carriage bolts to the brackets with RTV would be a big help. I did something similar, except with JB Weld. It set up very quick (within a few minutes) and made installation much easier. The preattached bolts make it easier to use a parts claw/grabber or magnet to position it in place while getting the nuts started.

 

[Desert Rider]

Is there an available discount code for the LOD Website to purchase these steps?

 

[Jeepmonster]

Is there an available discount code for the LOD Website to purchase these steps?

No code available through the website. Just email them and tell them you're a forum member. They will give you a discount. I think mine was a 10% discount, plus free shipping.

 

[RAAK_FJ]

Biggest issue I ran into was confusion on my part and also instructions that were not super clear. I used the wrong bolt in this hole (center mount on passenger side) and ended up cross-threading the bolt/hole. Wouldn't tighten and wouldn't come out. Had to cut it off. My options will be to drill this out or take it someplace to put a few beads of weld around that lower bracket attachment.

The instructions said to use the self-threading bolts - but this is what I got and used. I should have slowed down and paid more attention...

I had a hole already there in the frame and used a bolt with the wrong thread! The #16 bolt in the instructions ended up being one of two supplied but mixed in (and I did not notice the difference) with the other thicker threaded bolts. So, again, my bad for not really thinking this through. One of those bolts would have screwed in perfectly, I suspect!

I had a similar issue during this step. I started with the same bolts, but felt that it seemed to catch and not thread well, thinking I am going to strip this bolt in the hole, so I stopped. I went to the passengers side of the JT and found the bolt in the same location, which mounts the Skid plate to frame. I removed this bolt and went back to test it, and it fit perfectly. I ordered (2) more from the Jeep dealership as I would use one for my wife's JT, and now my JT this week (bot LOD steps).
The bolt is a Mopar 06104444AA Hex Head Screw & Washer.

Hex Head Screw And Washer - Mopar (6104444AA)
Mopar 06104444AA Hex Head Screw & Washer (from Quadratec)

 

[RAAK_FJ]

No code available through the website. Just email them and tell them you're a forum member. They will give you a discount. I think mine was a 10% discount, plus free shipping.

I bought my (2) pairs from Northridge4x4. I used one of these forum discount codes and had free shipping as well.
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LOD OFFROAD DESTROYER 4 DOOR ROCKSLIDERS, BLACK TEXTURE

 

[Dickster]

Just ordered a set should be here next week. i had powered rough country steps that came on mine. i took them off and found some cheap smithy built ones local. still wasn't happy with the overall protection so hopefully this will be everything i would need.

 

[RAAK_FJ]

These are well made, sturdy.

Pro tip (credit goes to @Northridge4x4 for the suggestion) .... use a little silicone on the bolts before trying to get them into those backing plates... I've pulled mine a couple times while putting on some rocker armor and it's so much easier....

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This step is key, retains the hardware to the plate for easier installation. I did this step the night before which allowed the silicone to setup for a morning installation.

 

[ScottTank]

Very nice! It appears this partially covers the open area from the bottom of the front fenders where the sliders meet up to reduce the mud/dirt slinging on the side of the Gladiator? They stick out some to also help with the mud sling as well?

Thanks for the write up!

 

[ScottTank]

The instructions state that a bracket on the side of the frame needs to be cut off? Is that correct?

 

[Not2Late]

The instructions state that a bracket on the side of the frame needs to be cut off? Is that correct?

Yes. It's on the passenger side. Don't know if all years have them. I think it is a shipping bracket - not needed now. Here are the pics of me cutting it off and then hitting it with some paint. Used an angle grinder with a cut off wheel and then a grinding wheel to get the burs off.

 

[vicsvx]

I been looking at these, jcr crusader, oem performance steps and s3 power sports ambush.

Each has their pros and cons. Money being a factor as well.

I read from another member that jcr crusader squeaking a lot due to the pinch weld mounting but they look good and have rock lights, would be kinda cool. $1100 ish

LOD destroyer look good and frame mounted with more reviews and still $1100 ish

S3 power sports ambush are more oem performance step equivalent with rock lights as well but Idk of anyone with real life experience with these step/sliders? $550

Mopar oem performance steps/sliders don't have much step to them but I found them local for $550

I really do like the jcr and lod... But with jcr I'm worried about the squeaking. Now for the record I'm not a hardcore offroader. Forester service roads, overlanding, and occasional rock play... So any information about expiences with any of the ones I listed?

 

[RAAK_FJ]

I been looking at these, jcr crusader, oem performance steps and s3 power sports ambush.

Each has their pros and cons. Money being a factor as well.

I read from another member that jcr crusader squeaking a lot due to the pinch weld mounting but they look good and have rock lights, would be kinda cool. $1100 ish

LOD destroyer look good and frame mounted with more reviews and still $1100 ish

S3 power sports ambush are more oem performance step equivalent with rock lights as well but Idk of anyone with real life experience with these step/sliders? $550

Mopar oem performance steps/sliders don't have much step to them but I found them local for $550

I really do like the jcr and lod... But with jcr I'm worried about the squeaking. Now for the record I'm not a hardcore offroader. Forester service roads, overlanding, and occasional rock play... So any information about expiences with any of the ones I listed?

FYI...
at Northridge4x4 there are coupon codes that you can use for the sliders. I went that route.
Northridge4x4 coupon code:
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[Sweetums]

Are these steps, or are they strong enough to use as a high-lift jack point?

 

[vicsvx]

Are these steps, or are they strong enough to use as a high-lift jack point?

They are rock slider steps... Pretty sure you can use a jack on them

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