does anybody but me think the new 2008 Superduty "Tailgate step" and handle thingy is kinda like really gay? I mean the truck is great... but I think that ridiculous-looking step and handle contraption is Ford's grasping at a straw to bring in buyers.

If I bought one of those the 1st thing I'd do once I got it home is rip off that stupid thing and throw it away.

 

It'd come in handy when you're riding on 44s. .

 

Yep. First thing I thought was how pussy it seemed.

 

First off it is hidden in the tailgate, and secondly it is optional. It is a great thing for people who use their trucks for work. If you are a homo who buys a truck for looks then I guess you would think its gay.

 

agreed its their to be helpfull and for conveinience. its a nice addition. how much do you wanna bet that chevy and dodge wish they thought of that and are trying to come up with a similar concept.

 

I like it.

 

First off show me where any other manufacturer has even thought of a tailgate step for their trucks, even in concept, let alone put it in production. Just another example of why Ford F-series is the leader in the full size truck market. Anybody takin' bets on whether Dodge and GM will copy that for the '08 heavy duty line?

 

If you do actual work then your not lazy enough to need a damn step

 

I think it's a great idea. There's been times that on my stock f150 I've wished I had one, especially if the beds wet.

 

What does using the step have to do with being lazy? A couple contractor buddies of mine keep toolboxes in the back, having a step would make it alot easier to get in and out of the box as they go for tools they need to do a project.

 

What if its lifted? What if you have a bad back? I could go on and on for days with "Ifs" and why this is such a good idea.

I'm sorry to be so blunt but, stop being naive.

 

huh?

 

You can bet that the idea for that step did not come from some Engineer sitting behind a desk staring at a computer screen.

It came from someone who has to unload or load a vehicle, or climb up in the back to get something from the tool box.

It's a good idea. Just wish I had thought of it.

 

I can see how some people would like it & see it as useful. Me? I certainly wouldn't spend any money on it.

KC-10 FE out...

 

I actually use the bed of my truck and would love to have a step like the one on the new F250.