Running Boards & Assist Steps | Feldman Chevrolet of Highland

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CHEVROLET RUNNING BOARDS FOR SALE IN HIGHLAND, MI

First, to define the difference between running boards and assist steps, running boards run the length of the truck cabin while an assist step is a foothold the width of the driver and passenger side doors. They each serve the same essential purpose, they allow ease of entry into larger trucks, or in some cases, a simple full-sized truck. Running boards and assistant steps provide a place to step when the truck's floorboard is too high to comfortably climb into.

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WHY YOU MIGHT NEED RUNNING BOARDS OR ASSIST STEPS

There is no question about the need for an extra step for access to a truck which has been raised for four wheeling. Other trucks might be raised for navigating difficult terrain, or to add support when towing. Such trucks have no question about needing an extra running board or assist step to access the driver's compartment. Other trucks, stock and straight off the lot as designed, are simply a bit too tall for some people to get in and out of comfortably, so they need that step. If those reasons don't apply, perhaps you drive a smaller truck or van, the running boards just look sexy, they add to the appeal of the vehicle cosmetically.

WHAT HAPPENS WITHOUT RUNNING BOARDS

It's a common question to ask about car maintenance, repairs, and upgrades concerning what happens if it isn't done. In the case of running boards and assist steps, nothing really happens if it isn't done. If it's done improperly someone might injure themselves, or if it isn't done at all someone might have a hard time getting into the passenger seat of your truck. If the truck is owned by your business it might be required by your insurance company, or potentially lower your insurance bill as a safety measure. More importantly, it makes the truck safer and more comfortable when a step is available to help both the driver and passenger clamber their way into the cockpit and drive as their job or pleasure requires.

HAVING AN AUTHORIZED DEALER INSTALL YOUR RUNNING BOARDS

There really is nothing which prevents anyone with a mechanical aptitude from going to a hardware or auto parts store and buying a step, or runner, then using the appropriate tools to install it themselves. However, such work isn't warrantied nor is it going to look as nice as a professional installation with an appropriate part, such as offered by Feldman Chevrolet in Highland, MI, and serving the surrounding areas. We can fill out the appropriate paperwork to report the installation to your insurance company, or we can just do the job right so you don't have to worry about it again.

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