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AMP Research BedStep
Inspired by the Powerstep the the AMP Research Bedstep too has it's function for your truck. We have all struggled with getting in and out of the truck bed using the tailgate as a seat and then standing up, or trying to make the hip cramp lunge for the rear bumper to get in the bed of the truck, that is a thing of the past for 95% or better of the newer model trucks out there. With the Bedstep you merely flip the step down "Hands Free" to a human height and "Step" right up to the tailgate of the truck and when your done just step down and nuge it back to it's folded position, the step will not deploy on it's own or while the vehicle is in motion, it can only be deployed by the human foot at just the right angle, while the spring loaded retracting Bedstep will easily return to it's original position when finished being used. By having the Bedstep mounted to the rear corner of the truck, a trailer or fifth wheel is still accessable as the Bedstep comes "Down" and "Out" from the rear of the truck, as the Powerstep more "Ergonomic" for the human body.
The Bedstep has a lot in common with the Powerstep when it comes to linkages and function, other than the Bedstep is "Human" powered. The Bedstep is made from high pressure die cast using 413 HP (High Purity) aluminum chosen for it's strength and durability. The linkage arms as well as the upper mount of the Bedstep are Black Anodized and then coated with Teflon to lock in the "Black" of the linkages and help deter both fading and enhance the durability in general and heavy usage. The Bedstep has been put through the same testing that all other AMP products must endure to meet the qualifications of ISO certification and OEM criteria for quality parts, passing with flying colors. The 303 stainless steel centerless ground pivot pins used in conjunction with space age uglide bearings (bushings) give you a smooth trouble free working Bedstep, all you have to do is wash it when you wash your truck and your done, virtually maintenance free.
The Bedstep is spring loaded with a spring made right here in California, then they are coated with an automotive coating to prevent rust or any other corrosion from compromising the integrity of the spring itself. The Bedstep is straight forward, pretty much "Plug and Play" as they say about simple installs. This truely is a "Bolt On" and go item, you first attach the linkage assembly to the upper mounting bracket with two bolts, then you remove either two bolts or two nuts (depending on the vehicle), install the upper mount and linkage asembly and retighten the fasteners to specified torque, bolt the durable low skid injection molded step pad to the linkage assembly adjust and tighten to specified torque, you are now ready to get in and out of the bed of your truck with ease and safety, tailgate open or not, once again "Ergonomics" in real life applications. The Bedstep is manufactured in Irvine CA. using 100% local vendors so once again another American Product offering convenience, durability, simplicity, and good looks. Witht the Bedstep retracted it is tucked up underneath the rear bumper but not in contact with anything as to cause wear and tear, it can be removed without any indication it was ever installed on the vehicle.
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