Rock Slider Steps

[DCPU]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:


And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:


So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:


The only issue is whether the clamping force will be enough to stop them rotating when stood on, or I'll need to drill and tap a screw into the underside to stop that happening?

Size of step something like this:


Question is, what should the step be made of?

 

[Logsplitter]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:
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And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:
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So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:
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Damn they will be good. I wish i had gone with Rock sliders now instead of side steps

 

[grenadierboy]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:
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And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:
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So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:
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The only issue is whether the clamping force will be enough to stop them rotating when stood on, or I'll need to drill and tap a screw into the underside to stop that happening?

Question is, what should the step be made of?

Easy to fit but looks too narrow, maybe not long enough (protruding out) and looks yeah......nah

 

[pioneerofthenile]

I like this idea. I wonder if there will be some "made for" products like this available with a few tweaks. are you going to spray them so your feet won't slip.

I'm starting to think that the rs or side steps might be better served by waiting for the right aftermarket product. although I was leaning steps more and more everyday

 

[DCPU]

I like this idea. I wonder if there will be some "made for" products like this available with a few tweaks. are you going to spray them so your feet won't slip.

I'm starting to think that the rs or side steps might be better served by waiting for the right aftermarket product. although I was leaning steps more and more everyday

I'm sure there will be, but I've got to start from where I am; and I like tinkering. Not sure of the top coating/product. I'm sure there's something from this website that will work well:

Stop Slip - The UK's Anti Slip Specialists Since 2006

www.stopslip.co.uk

 

[Tazzieman]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:
View attachment 7811774

And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:
View attachment 7811775

So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:
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The only issue is whether the clamping force will be enough to stop them rotating when stood on, or I'll need to drill and tap a screw into the underside to stop that happening?

Size of step something like this:
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Question is, what should the step be made of?

They won't rotate if you extend the plate under the sill
btw what's the OD of the rail?

 

[DCPU]

They won't rotate if you extend the plate under the sill

I'll check the clearance, I guess if I get something thick enough; or use spacers below that would work; but a 3mm section of chequer plate would probably rotate until it was caught and sit at a jaunty angle?

btw what's the OD of the rail?

I'll add it to my list...

 

[Hannes01]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:
View attachment 7811774

And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:
View attachment 7811775

So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:
View attachment 7811776View attachment 7811777View attachment 7811778

The only issue is whether the clamping force will be enough to stop them rotating when stood on, or I'll need to drill and tap a screw into the underside to stop that happening?

Size of step something like this:
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Question is, what should the step be made of?

Well, if they are rock sliders that slide over rocks, that part will make you hang tight and not slip.

 

[joejet]

I think with some thin rubber in-between this would open up the clap a bit and make it grab + stop any chance of galvanic corrosion.
maybe these guys can help out they even do anti slip surfaces. https://www.chequerplatedirect.co.uk/anti-slip-stair-tread-covers/
just the plate https://www.chequerplatedirect.co.uk/checker-plate/aluminium-chequer-plate/

 

[ECrider]

I think with some thin rubber in-between this would open up the clap a bit and make it grab + stop any chance of galvanic corrosion.
maybe these guys can help out they even do anti slip surfaces. https://www.chequerplatedirect.co.uk/anti-slip-stair-tread-covers/
just the plate https://www.chequerplatedirect.co.uk/checker-plate/aluminium-chequer-plate/

I'll be measuring the wings for the 3mm chequer plate.

tks for the link.

 

[DCPU]

btw what's the OD of the rail?

50mm.

 

[DCPU]

Well, if they are rock sliders that slide over rocks, that part will make you hang tight and not slip.

Cunningly, being just clamped on, they will unclamp when required.

It's all about that compromise though, isn't it?

My Mrs wants to open the door and throw this out, one end tied around the seat legs:

 

[joejet]

I had a rummage on the "spare parts" shelf and found a few spare clamps bought for another project but never used:
View attachment 7811774

And quite by chance they are a pretty good fit onto the rock sliders:
View attachment 7811775

So, I have a number of variations of fitting them with a step to allow easier access for passengers:
View attachment 7811776View attachment 7811777View attachment 7811778

The only issue is whether the clamping force will be enough to stop them rotating when stood on, or I'll need to drill and tap a screw into the underside to stop that happening?

Size of step something like this:
View attachment 7811784

Question is, what should the step be made of?

Do you have the supplier of where to get these clamps from? I cant find them. I will probably wait till you try them out first

 

[Tazzieman]

Do you have the supplier of where to get these clamps from? I cant find them. I will probably wait till you try them out first

Google search brings up some options. I wonder if these ones could be modded?

 

[DCPU]

Do you have the supplier of where to get these clamps from? I cant find them. I will probably wait till you try them out first

I'm struggling to remember ~ probably bought more than 10 years ago, but I think they came from a UK company called Protection & Performance. However, they were aquired by Safety Devices last year.

The clamps are just fancy anodised aluminium designed to clamp onto 2" roll cage tube. There are plenty to choose from depending on your pocket and what you actually want:

Set of Six 50mm (2.0 inch) Roll cage Saddle clamps 3011-6

The Roll Cage Saddle Clamp is designed to allow the fitting of removable sections or tubes within a roll cage space frame or other tubular structure

www.tomcatwebshop.co.uk

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Safety Devices Single Aluminium Expedition Roll Cage Accessory/Rack Mount Clamp

 

[joejet]

I'm struggling to remember ~ probably bought more than 10 years ago, but I think they came from a UK company called Protection & Performance. However, they were aquired by Safety Devices last year.

The clamps are just fancy anodised aluminium designed to clamp onto 2" roll cage tube. There are plenty to choose from depending on your pocket and what you actually want:

Set of Six 50mm (2.0 inch) Roll cage Saddle clamps 3011-6

The Roll Cage Saddle Clamp is designed to allow the fitting of removable sections or tubes within a roll cage space frame or other tubular structure

www.tomcatwebshop.co.uk

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Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Offroad SUV Bullbar Tube Light Bracket Bar Roll Cage Lamp Clamp Mounting Holder at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

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Safety Devices Single Aluminium Expedition Roll Cage Accessory/Rack Mount Clamp
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Thanks DCPU, these form Safety Devices might do the trick, not as elegant as your original ones though.

https://shop.safetydevices.com/collections/fixings/products/roof-tent-bracket-for-external-roll-cage

 

[ryket]

I like the simplicity but I feel like it would be ultimately better to fabricate (or get) some side steps and weld them on.

That said, I am a terrible welder so will not be attempting this .

 

[DenisM]

Are folks really anticipating putting their Grenadier in places where they're expecting to slide over rock ledges etc or are the rock sliders intended for their 2000kg load bearing capacity in some other way?

 

[Tazzieman]

Are folks really anticipating putting their Grenadier in places where they're expecting to slide over rock ledges etc or are the rock sliders intended for their 2000kg load bearing capacity in some other way?

Mine are to stop children , oldies and dogs getting in.

 

[Camskii]

Are folks really anticipating putting their Grenadier in places where they're expecting to slide over rock ledges etc or are the rock sliders intended for their 2000kg load bearing capacity in some other way?

I am. I bent the factory sidesteps on my current car on the first trip out when sliding into a deep rut