Amp research power steps on a PowerBoost?

[tn.lariat]

Has any body installed amp power steps on their power boost? I ordered a set back in June thru 4 Wheel Parts and they just arrived but now there saying that they don't fit the power boost because the step motor is to close to battery cooling line. Anybody have them installed?

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[Sentinel1201]

Yes, it can be done. AMP is wrong and generally their service department is clueless. You will undo a clip on the frame in the passenger side to allow the coolant lines to be pushed out of the way. That's all there is to it.

Pics here.

Adding AMP power step to 21 Lariat Super Crew | F150gen14.com -- 2021+ Ford F-150, Lightning EV, Raptor Forum (14th Gen)

 

[tn.lariat]

Sentinel1201

Thanks for the info.

 

[Snakebitten]

I'm guessing there is more aftermarket stuff that is currently being NOT listed for 2021, and specifically the Powerboost, that can be overcome with a little effort.

 

[Ratkiller]

Does any know if the connections for Amp Power steps for an 2020 F150 can be modified to work on a 2021? I'm having trouble find what to tap into for the 2 purple trigger wires.

 

[D2thejr24]

Yes, it can be done. AMP is wrong and generally their service department is clueless. You will undo a clip on the frame in the passenger side to allow the coolant lines to be pushed out of the way. That's all there is to it.

Pics here.

Adding AMP power step to 21 Lariat Super Crew | F150gen14.com -- 2021+ Ford F-150, Lightning EV, Raptor Forum (14th Gen)

Any issues with the steps being on the power boost??!?

 

[Sentinel1201]

Any issues with the steps being on the power boost??!?

24K miles in, and no issues thus far.

 

[D2thejr24]

Has any body installed amp power steps on their power boost? I ordered a set back in June thru 4 Wheel Parts and they just arrived but now there saying that they don't fit the power boost because the step motor is to close to battery cooling line. Anybody have them installed?

Did you put the steps in?? Any issues so far?

 

[D2thejr24]

24K miles in, and no issues thus far.

The motor does set against the cooling lines correct??

 

[tn.lariat]

I haven't not keen on moving cooling lines. hopefully amp research will address this issue this year. I put a set of new OEM steps on that I got off ebay for $150. and will wait.

 

[HammaMan]

I've created a new method for putting these steps onto the powerboost that, outside of adding 2 holes for wire routing, eliminates the compatibility issues with the hybrid cooling system. It also routes the wires in a significantly better location and removes the control module from under the hood and places it inside of the truck. It will be this weekend or sometime next week I get around to finishing it up / taking some pics.

 

[ColoradoHunter]

This is what I put on mine. https://www.ariesautomotive.com/running-boards-side-bars/actiontrac-powered-running-boards

The motor is inside the step so it bolts right up to the PB. The Aries steps are less expensive than the Amps but install is much more involved. Install involves wires run under the carpet, control box mounting under the back seat and an on/off switch put in the dash.

You get two steps up into the truck with the Aries. I have a 3" lift on my truck, the power step drops down 8". They are really best on a lifted truck. I try to post some pictures tomorrow.

 

[HammaMan]

This is what I put on mine. https://www.ariesautomotive.com/running-boards-side-bars/actiontrac-powered-running-boards

The motor is inside the step so it bolts right up to the PB. The Aries steps are less expensive than the Amps but install is much more involved. Install involves wires run under the carpet, control box mounting under the back seat and an on/off switch put in the dash.

You get two steps up into the truck with the Aries. I have a 3" lift on my truck, the power step drops down 8". They are really best on a lifted truck. I try to post some pictures tomorrow.

Anything is better than factory -- the factory looks okay, but the fact that any large shoe stepping onto the bar can contact the body is just a poor design. I like the hidden look of the AMP, plus I know where to get it for $1450 shipped. They had a $100 rebate when I purchased that I'm hoping they let stack as it didn't come out of their pocket (the discount) and they have price floor advertising (thus everyone having the same advertised price). I have a black truck so they're hidden entirely when stored.

 

[ColoradoHunter]

Here are pictures of the Aries step closed and open.

 

[Snakebitten]

Pretty slick!
But kinda begs for a lift.

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