Owl's Side Steps have quickly become one of the most popular upgrades on the market. Mandrel bent aluminum, laser cut treat plates and Owl industry-leading quality have made these steps the choice of top OEM manufacturers like Storyteller and Airstream. Design: The shape of our side steps was carefully considered to offer the optimal blend of function and protection. We went big with the front step as it is the most used. Then the side steps taper back toward the rear of the van. This tapered design allows the van to more easily navigate tight terrain and not get hung up on rocks, logs etc. Additionally, we extended the driver's side tube all the way down the van to help protect the rocker of the van. Size Matters - Vans are big vehicles, and if you're anything like us, you're always trying to squeeze your van down tight trails. Clearance is why we wanted a side step that was high and tight, as they say. We purposely build these side steps to be narrower than most on the market. You're much less likely to get your sidesteps hung up on a rock or other obstacle....but we also added an oversized treadplate. Treat Plate - (New bigger Tread Plate included) Ease of getting in an out of your van is paramount. That's why we designed an optional oversized tread plate. Our tread plate adds an upturned lip and greater width right where you exit the van. This upturned lip catches and holds your shoe while entering and exiting. While this add confidence all the time, it is especially important in wet conditions. As a bonus, we even designed in a ridged boot cleaner to scrape off dirt, mud, and snow before entering the van. The folks here with test units have fallen in love with this design. Mountability - Because vans are small and quality gear is expensive, we design multiple functions into almost every part we build. The side steps are laser cut with our signature "Sherpa" hole pattern to mount additional gear. Rotopax, Shovels, jacks, you get to choose your own adventure. Aesthetics - Side steps can change the look of a van in both a good and a bad way. We hope you love our new Sprinter Side Steps' clean industrial lines and modular look! We pushed our design teams to include all the above functional improvements while making a beautiful step. We understand this is all subjective, but the team accomplished their goal if the response so far is any indication. Pet Friendly - This is one of those items that many people don't think of before purchasing side steps. Since so many of us travel with our beloved furry friends, we thought it only appropriate to keep them top of mind as we designed this product. Pets don't wear shoes, so the top of the step must be comfortable for the pet's paws. Our steps are flat and without any sharp points that pets would step on, making it comfortable for them to use. The most important aspect of pets using side steps is the gap between the step and the van. Pets can be very excited when returning from a big hike or leaving on that next big adventure. Unfortunately, the pet's legs can slide into the gap between the step and the van while entering. We have seen countless dogs break their legs in this scenario. It is hard to talk about but important to think about when purchasing steps. Details: Available for 144" and 170" vans Tested by Mercedes-Benz Engineers Material: Tig Welded Aluminum (with a steel tread plate) Tread Plate Included Pet Friendly Works with Owl Side Ladder Color: Powder Coated Black Mountable - Sherpa hole design allows cargo mounting (limit 20 lbs per side) DIY friendly install These are not intended as structural sliders and you cannot jack up the vehicle on them Rivnut tool needed for DIY and Revel kits. Please see link below Compatibility: Sprinters 2007-Present NCV3 & VS30 2500/3500 2WD/4x4/AWD Storyteller - Order DIY kit. Will require swapping mounting bracket Important - If you're adding these to a finished custom-built van, installation may require dropping water tanks, etc. *Some relocation of brackets may be necessary to install. DIY - Professional install suggested. DIY is straightforward but can be time consuming Rivnut tool: https://www. amazon.com/gp/product/B06XVB3MMG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ABM88BG2T8GM2&psc=1
