OEM nerf bar rubbing

[Backwater]

I assume this has been discussed, but I couldn't find anything in the search.

I have a OBX non SAS with a 5" RC lift, 37x12.50R22 -18 offset, and they contact the steps so bad that I had to modify the mounting brackets to slide them back.

I slotted the holes in the mounts about 1/2". the tires don't rub on flat ground not, but they do while turning, and there is zero room for my rockblok mud flaps.

I looked at cutting the front shorter, but Ford made the plastic end cap attachment so damn complicated, it would be a nightmare to modify.

I like the bars, and the protection from gravel. Anyone have any suggestions?

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[azuano3654]

I switched out the side steps from my OBX to OEM rock rail takeoffs to get the higher clearance, but I'm definitely getting more spray now that I don't have steps. I'm definitely going to add some front mud flaps. When I lift my Bronco a couple more inches I may look at these IAG nerf steps that use the OEM rocksliders which wouldn't be too bad: https://www.iagperformance.com/iag-v1-ez-step-for-2021-ford-bronco-2-door-4-door/

The Archetype racing stirrup that uses the OEM rock rails is definitely a step-up from the IAG option - I might consider doing this since they should fit with the mud flaps. https://archetyperacing.com/products/ar-magnum-stirrup Just some thoughts.

 

[FTBronco9]

I assume this has been discussed, but I couldn't find anything in the search.

I have a OBX non SAS with a 5" RC lift, 37x12.50R22 -18 offset, and they contact the steps so bad that I had to modify the mounting brackets to slide them back.

I slotted the holes in the mounts about 1/2". the tires don't rub on flat ground not, but they do while turning, and there is zero room for my rockblok mud flaps.

I looked at cutting the front shorter, but Ford made the plastic end cap attachment so damn complicated, it would be a nightmare to modify.

I like the bars, and the protection from gravel. Anyone have any suggestions?

Pics?

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