Are AMP Research Steps Any Good? Duramax L5P Review!

[@mikechristenson]

Great look! Thanks for sharing this. Planning to get these put on my Silverado in the next couple of weeks.

[@linksgarage1985]

Awesome! Let me know if I can help in any way!

[@linksgarage1985]

Not sure why the one audio clip was bad a couple mins in. Sorry about that!

[@chadoliver8689]

I just installed mine today on my 24 gmc 2500 and they was a lot to install im very impressed with quality though

[@linksgarage1985]

@@chadoliver8689 hell yea! 💪🏼

[@xlandscaper]

Thumbs up Scott. It was a long mental debate between the Amps and the Havoc steps for me, ultimately chose the stainless Havoc's. Great informative vid👍

[@linksgarage1985]

Xlandscaper - I appreciate it sir!! Thanks again for tuning in! I’ve heard great things about Havoc steps also. They look sick also!

[@naugordon]

First off, hats off to your landscaping skills, Not sure if you handle that yourself but it looks awesome. I am thinking about buying the same AMP running boards. My only concern is the location of the motors. Have you heard of any issues when the truck is driven through a puddle or during heavy rain?

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks! Yes. Do all the landscaping myself. 💪🏼. And been running these since 2019 with no issues.

[@whywedrink]

Great Video. Been wanting to get these steps too. I looked on the AMP site and they have different part numbers for Diesel and Gas. I wonder if it's because of the DEF tank?

[@linksgarage1985]

John Edwards - Yes. That is because of the DEF tank. Thank you, and I appreciate you watching!!

[@franknaiman5219]

Can you share the year of your truck and model number of ur steps. Great video, very nice truck and i dont want to purchase the wrong model. I have no desire to do a bunch of truck body modifications. Thanks Frank

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks for watching Frank! This is a 2019 Silverado Duramax LTZ Crew Cab. This should be the link. Hope this helps. Please double check your specific specs before purchasing!! 🇺🇸💪🏼🇺🇸 www.amp-research.com/powerstep-running-board/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500-hd

[@franknaiman5219]

I'm in Maine and trying to find the exact model that fits my 2019 chevy LTZ Duramax, and no cutting the truck up.Thanks for the reply and sharing of experiences and " very nice truck". A build in progress.

[@linksgarage1985]

@@franknaiman5219 thanks for watching. Cheers from KY!

[@TheUg17]

I couldn’t keep my eyes off those American Forces 🔥

[@linksgarage1985]

Thanks man!!!! American Force Aero SF G32s!

[@TeoG-73]

FYI something to consider. I have 2018 duramax and have run into two issues. 5-6 in lift on truck. First they say 12 in drop. Thats not true even from inside floor of truck. These come down about 4 in lower than the stock step. So watch your lift size. Second, they hit my Bushwacker Boss fender flares and will require trimming. The DEF tank is a real issue on the passenger side too. More details on request. I wish i had better news.

[@thetruthyes]

I just bought a 2019 silverado 3500 duramax and I want to install the power steps on it. Is the def tank an issue, or you got the wrong model, I've heard they have different models steps for gas and diesel models.

[@onebdcuda]

Would like to know what you finally ended up doing to remedy the issue.

[@archambo1975]

Nice video, what are your thoughts about interference with weather Tec mud flaps? Also do you have a banks tuner and if so how do the steps and banks both plug in under dash ?

[@linksgarage1985]

Not sure about the weather tech mud flaps. Never seen them. Yes I do have a Banks derringer, and Banks pedal monster. You can see how it all connects in the PedalMonster review video. Thanks for watching! Merry Christmas!

[@tw8644]

Glad they missed the gate!!! And do you wife anything in the fuse block inside the drivers side of the truck. Or is everything under the hood. Any splicing?

[@linksgarage1985]

T W - I’m glad 2! Ha. No wiring to the inside fuse block. It hooks to the OBD 2 port. Everything else is under the hood. Hook to the positive and negative battery terminals. Wired with its own separate fuse. You do have to cut and route wires for the lights (supplied in the kit, With butt connectors also included). Can be done in a day in the driveway. Keep in mind my truck is lifted. Stock trucks set lower so it will be more difficult from a clearance standpoint. Thanks for watching!

[@tw8644]

Scott Link awesome yeah I’m leveled on some bigger tires so I’ll have plenty of room

[@linksgarage1985]

T W - Good deal!!

[@danielfransen6301]

Hey Scott, I have same truck, just bought the AMP Research steps and need to know if you had to remove def tank cover/or tank to remove factory steps??

[@linksgarage1985]

I sure did not.

[@duderlefebvre3869]

Do you know how well they work in winter conditions, like freezing up??

[@linksgarage1985]

They do freeze up when it’s super cold!

[@ianclavasquin5923]

Does you or anyone know if I can order the support piece that’s got the AMP letters separately they both broke on my steps they the same exact ones and still in good condition I would hate to buy a new set. Thanks!

[@linksgarage1985]

Sorry. I do not know.

[@1vilakone]

how does that protector plate in the front clear your wheels at full turn?

[@linksgarage1985]

Removed it after I installed 37s. It cleared these 35s

[@ryanoverstreet1230]

Hey Scott, I’m mounting some of these steps on my wife’s truck; 18’ L5P, I’m having huge issues. So on both fronts the tires are gonna hit the brackets for the motors if I use the intended mounting spots. She’s got a 7 inch lift and 37x13.50s on 22x12s with I wanna say a -44 offset. I’m in the process of making some brackets of my own to move the fronts back about an inch, just battling spacing of body mounts and the lovely def tank. Did you have the same problem?

[@linksgarage1985]

Sounds like an awesome set up! I did not have that issue. I did remove my motor guards on the amp steps, and space the front bumper forward. And I am running 37s. But the are 12.50s and less of an offset. I’d say that’s where you are having the issue. And yes, the def tank, steps and 37s are not easy. Good luck!

[@onebdcuda]

would like to see what you came up with.

[@ryanoverstreet1230]

@@onebdcuda So what I ended up doing on it was tapping the small plate brackets about 1” forward from their factory holes, and then using a 3/4 bit and just basically beveling the top so that the bolt sat flush in the plate, moving them forward and making new holes on the bottom for the mounts and it gave me all the clearance I needed, so it just moved the front motors back about an inch. I did have to trim the Def tank cover just on the front portion because it sat really flush with the Def tank, but it gave the clearance so the motor mounts of the steps won’t get ripped off. Had the Def tank not been where it is life would’ve been much easier.

[@slick1ton849]

Great video man, thanks for making it! Ive got the same truck just white, so far im loving it, havent done much to it yet but im working on it, 😁All ive done so far is upgrade my projectors which helped alot, and ceramic tint.

[@linksgarage1985]

Slick1ton - Awesome!!!!! It was for you. Hope it helped a little. Thanks for the idea. And thanks for watching!

[@slick1ton849]

Scott Link Very helpful, i was curious about how the steps interacted with the def tank. I also had heard the 1500 steps would work but only if youve deleted the truck/tank. The factory steps arent all that appealing and i like the looks of the Amp steps even with the tank hangin down. Thanks again!

[@linksgarage1985]

Slick1ton - I agree. Anymore ideas I’m glad to help! Have a good weekend!

[@slick1ton849]

Scott Link You too man!

[@terrychilders7942]

How far down do steps go? I have a 2018 2500hd with a 3" lift on it. I am handicapped and need a step that is lower than the factory steps. Thanks!

[@linksgarage1985]

I will got out in the morning and measure how far down they drop once opened. I will also measure how far it is from the ground. Considering my truck has a 6.5 inch lift. Thanks for watching!

[@ericchatman7220]

Do you wash your truck at home or do you take it through a machine wash?

[@linksgarage1985]

It’s too big to fit in the auto washes

[@genovese450]

Hey buddy. What offset are you running? Only asking because my installer told me that he couldn't install the amp steps on my 16 2500 HD sierra due to the bracket hitting my front tire. I am running 22x12 -44 offset. With a 6.5 bds lift

[@linksgarage1985]

-40 offset on American forces. It’s tight. But it fits.

[@linksgarage1985]

35x12.50x20s. Thanks for watching!

[@FREAGT76]

Hey Scott do you get any vibration from the steps especially on the passenger side by the def tank?

[@linksgarage1985]

ZERO! No vibration whatsoever.

[@FREAGT76]

@@linksgarage1985 Thank you! Dealing with a LOUD issue. Had my steps done at a big name shop and they say it’s normal….what a nightmare.

[@linksgarage1985]

@@FREAGT76 only noise I have is up and down motor noise. Just the power on noise. Nothing while driving, no vibration, no nothing. Good luck man

[@tonycox8746]

Steps are nice, Scott! What's up with everybody wrecking at the end of your driveway?? Lol Thankfully she's ok!

[@linksgarage1985]

Tony Cox - I’ve been pulling in there for years with no issues. Driving too fast and playing on phones. Pay attention to the road folks!

[@christophermichaels8148]

Did you have to regear your truck after the lift?

[@linksgarage1985]

Negative. Stock gearing.

[@IvanPerez-wr1bi]

Will this fit a 2015 gmc 1500

[@linksgarage1985]

They make them. Yes. But these exact ones won’t.

[@felipemota7775]

Where are you buy

[@linksgarage1985]

You can buy on line. Just google amp research.

[@felipemota7775]

Thanks

[@linksgarage1985]

@@felipemota7775 here you go! www.amp-research.com/powersteps?gclid=CjwKCAjw092IBhAwEiwAxR1lRv6OxiKXG735zCXtUhtXnmfChW0fXUDdViWrUl_Gl59yI7RVAyRHWBoCHc0QAvD_BwE Thanks for watching!

[@wadebaily4392]

Any trimming required?

[@linksgarage1985]

Wade Baily - None. Direct bolt on. Thanks for watching!

[@amlee7]

Looks like they need to come back 2 inches to clear that plastic trim mini mud flap......

[@linksgarage1985]

On the 2500s the can’t. Not the factory 2500s anyway. DEF tank in the way in the passenger side. The 1500 steps fully tuck nice though.

[@miguelitomigra543]

Much better than that Chevy you mounted them on.

[@linksgarage1985]

Oh yes. Makes perfect sense.

[@esequielbalcazar8467]

Can I run these on my truck that had traction bars??

[@esequielbalcazar8467]

Has

[@linksgarage1985]

@@esequielbalcazar8467 I believe so

[@kadegranger1401]

Do they rub when you turn

[@linksgarage1985]

Negative. Not at all.

[@AnimEmma18]

I noticed both front and back have motors on your steps, are these the Amp research Extreme?

[@linksgarage1985]

Yes. I don’t think I mentioned that.

[@michaels.3206]

Def tank delete next video

[@linksgarage1985]

😂🤣