Our OE Plus Side Steps for the Wrangler JK provide a functional and stylish step without a loss in ground clearance. Their tapered design allows the driver & front passenger to get out of the vehicle without rubbing their calf against the step on the way down. The surface plates feature an anti-slip design that provides an excellent gripping surface, even in wet/muddy conditions. A micro-texture black powder coat helps protect the steel tubing and plates from the elements. The OE Plus Side Steps offer protection against light debris such as branches and rocks kicked up by tires, though these are not intended for use for rock sliding. Installation for most models is fully bolt-on, but some models will require minor drilling.