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Old 03-23-2007, 01:36 PM
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I've emailed them and haven't heard back yet.
I think they get tons of email requests for quotes - they'll get back to you - just give them a little time... GL & let us know what you decide!
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Old 03-26-2007, 10:50 AM
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Pros and Cons to both:

OEM:
- Better functionality - you can actually stand on the step if you need to.
- Looks like the Aluminum side step sticks out an extra 2 inches. Winter crap has better chance of hitting pants leg.
- ~1 1/2 to 2 hours to install
- Morristown seems to be the cheapest - $625 shipped

Replica:
- Cosmetic only - can't stand on side step.
- Same width side-step- bolts on to original.
- ~1/2 hr to install
- Bavarian Motorworks seems to be the cheapest - $370 shipped.

I have seen both in person and thought that either one looked good. In most cases this is a cosmetic addition - your call if the ~$250 difference between the two is worth it or not.
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Old 03-26-2007, 10:55 AM
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Let me explain again: you need to purchase 2 sets of additional fender flares if you have a 4.8is...therefore, add another $440 to the Mirroistown price of $625 for OEM Running boards = $1065 (thats how my dealer quoted me $1800 with labor).
Thanks to all for the info...I bought the aftermarket bolt on ones from Bav. Moterwerks on eBay. I'll post a pic once they come and are installed.
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Old 03-26-2007, 11:02 AM
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I bought the replica from Bav Motorwerks on eBay and I think they look great.

Saved $ and love the look.
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Old 03-26-2007, 11:08 AM
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Looking forward to the post. What was the total cost including shipping for the bolt on's?

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Let me explain again: you need to purchase 2 sets of additional fender flares if you have a 4.8is...therefore, add another $440 to the Mirroistown price of $625 for OEM Running boards = $1065 (thats how my dealer quoted me $1800 with labor).
Thanks to all for the info...I bought the aftermarket bolt on ones from Bav. Moterwerks on eBay. I'll post a pic once they come and are installed.
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Old 03-26-2007, 11:19 AM
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Let me explain again: you need to purchase 2 sets of additional fender flares if you have a 4.8is...therefore, add another $440 to the Mirroistown price of $625 for OEM Running boards = $1065 (thats how my dealer quoted me $1800 with labor).
Thanks to all for the info...I bought the aftermarket bolt on ones from Bav. Moterwerks on eBay. I'll post a pic once they come and are installed.
I forgot about the fender flares. Looking forward to the pics
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Looking forward to the post. What was the total cost including shipping for the bolt on's?
$370 shipped
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