If the factory long studs are intact like the one at the top L of this pic, installing them on my thin brackets requires the addition of a sleeve spacer on each long stud.

The center stud (far RIGHT of the pic) is shorter & unused by the factory, other than for locating the step. My design allows this short stud to be used for step attachment, and appropriate nuts are included.

The tread pad (F2TZ16490A) is attached like the front bumper strips & rear bumper pads.

Owner caption March 2011 · Photo 3661 of 5000