2004 Running board questions

[Kmuk123]

Does anyone know what tools are needed to remove and install a stock running board for the 2004 ford explorer
2004 ford explorer running board - Bing images

the running boards look like this,

Thanks again

 

[EdmondsXLT]

All you need is a 13mm (I think) socket, a variety of extensions, and some patience. The mounting brackets are a funky shape with 2 different depths for the nuts. The lower mounts are fine, but the deep ones need a 6" extension or longer and on one side there's a cable that runs almost directly over the bolt, so that's fun. I highly suggest a power tool of some sort over a hand ratchet if at all possible.