2001 Explorer Sport Running Boards/Step Rails

[wilhite43]

I am going to put a set of step rails on my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport. I have picked up a set of the factory tubular step rails from a junk yard, but they did not have any of the attaching hardware. What am I going to have to have to put these on? The brackets are on the rails, but no bolts. Is there anything else other than some bolts, that I will need? Are there any type of plate or something else I'll need? Thanks in advance.

 

[jordan23]

Not sure about the factory tube steps...but I got a set of Westin sidesteps for my 2001 Explorer Sport and besides the brackets...they just BOLT right on!

 

[wilhite43]

okay

Okay, that's kinda what I figured, but I wasn't sure. I had a 2000 Explorer Sport with the rails, but I don't rmember ever looking to see how they were attached. Thanks again.

 

[wilhite43]

Another Question: Same Topic

Can anyone advise me what the rails bolt to underneath? Looking and holding the rail under there, I can't really see what they bolt to.

 

[bmacd]

just use scotch tape and attach them to the frame.

j/k i dunno. Good luck

-=bmacd=-

 

[wilhite43]

Good one. scotch tape,,,woooo...wish I had thought of that. Thanks...that was very helpful......