I’d definitely check the pins on the module like someone else mentioned. The pins in those plugs are notorious for pushing loose if not properly aligned when you first plug it all in. Even if the motor moved after one action you would be surprised on the reasoning. Never assume something is good just because you see one form of action. Those things are wired crazy if you ask me. The pins are usually the reason and first to double check
May want to solder the wires instead of just wrapping them around one another. That’s going to cause a short down the road. Or could be your issue with the drivers side now.
this thing is going to look awesome when its finished !! and i like the way you two filmed this video. both working together and both having there own part in the video is very nice
I know that everyone has their own opinion on what could be wrong but for my instance I would look at those connections that you did by the floorboards on each side of the door because that was like a Hialeah rig that you just stripped the wire and put electrical tape. But I would check those connections to see if they may be touching. Love the channel and love the content hope you figure it out!
$1500 isn’t pocket change for me! I would expect the boards to fit my vehicle, a bracket to hold the module in place & plug n play wiring. And it to work flawlessly! Looks so far like RBP steps for the win! Thanks Ryan for all you do making your videos! I learned so much so far. Love Katie’s channel cuz I have a ‘05 F350 6.0L myself.
I put a set of these on my 2018 f150 lariat. Turned the ankle-breaker/high-dive oem steps into usable steps. Truck looks much better with them tucked underneath. I love them. Thinking about taking them off before I sell the truck just in case I ever get another one. I had zero problems and they have been trouble free. I spent a little extra and got the dual motors.
This. Looks. Sick. Cleanest Tahoe that’s on stock paint I’ve seen in this year. Keep cranking bro. Don’t listen to anybody telling you to stop. Also I had the same thing happen on my 2000 lifted F-250. Disconnected and reconnected the motor ground and it worked magically after that.
As a licensed industrial electrician I can tell you that DIY installations can be fraught with problems. With 12vdc systems and motors, a poor wiring connection can make the difference between working or not working since the voltage is so low to begin with. Then there is the issue of whether you received a bad unit. I would have tested the drive motors to see if they worked before I even touched the truck. Just because it's new, doesn't mean it was made right to begin with. Most DIYers will blame themselves first before zeroing in on faulty brand new gear. In this case, a poor of faulty door switch could also be a cause. Poor body grounds can also be an issue. Used GM vehicles have had many issues traced back to poor body grounds. Binding of the hinges can also cause a problem. Obviously, a bad splice is also a point to look at. I always use crimp on spade terminals, (so you can easily troubleshoot or reverse your mods), and use silicone grease if they are not inside the vehicle. Seal it up withh plenty of Scotch 33+ tape, or shrinktubing once everything is tested. I've looked at some of your other projects too. Correct me if I am wrong, but it seems like you could afford to drop your vehicle off at a decent shop, and let them deal with it. Tell them, if it doesn't work, you won't pay them.
I was really wanting to put a set of powerstep xl on my dodge BUT they don't make them for my 01 1500. I absolutely love your videos ryan....watching you do what you do makes me believe I can perform stuff on my truck so thank you!!!!! Keep up the great videos
Ryan-sounds like it's either a wiring issue or your motor didn't work to begin with. Go over the wiring again, use a volt meter with the wiring to make sure your getting power to the right places. Also make sure your motor is getting power as well. Also go over the instructions again.
The amps I bought for my 2020 ram 2500 megacab cummins fit perfect without any cutting. Also the motor on mine is definitely made better. 🤔 living in MN the RBP steps I had on my 2016 cummins didn’t last long so I’m giving amp a try this time around. Time will tell
I’ve installed a bunch of these boards. After you ensure that your wiring is correct, open both doors, step on the boards and bounce. It seats the boards correctly on the brackets. If the module is bad, Amp Research is really good about making it right. Once a month r whenever you wash your rig, step on the board after you close the door to get it to stay in the down position, and hose the linkages out. Then spray them with silicone lube.
Ryan out of rbp and amp which one has the biggest gap in between the step and vehicle? Which one hangs lower. What are the measurements? Are they easier to get in than factory?
Love watching your videos man! But as a licensed technician I really wish ud fix up your twisted wires and make a permanent connection! Believe me it will cause you or the next owner issues!
I paid my shop $350 to install mine on my 2021 ram Laramie. So far almost 3 yes later and they still work however the lights have gone out so I will be replacing all those soon when it’s really cold out my passenger side board gets stuck in up and down
Same problem, passenger side works and driver's side doesn't. The driver's worked at first and then stopped. Two years later, did you ever figure it out? Thanks
I never had amp power steps I bought the RBP ones not to long after u shot a video on urs I got em for just over $1000 your right was pretty damn easy and clean install 👍
I worked at a rev dealership and we installed truck accessory’s so I’ve done a couple of those amp research steps before we had a problem with the modules going bad in them. I haven’t seen one not work that was brand new but I’d start there first
You guys should film stuff like the camping trip! I know that I personally would be really interested in content like that, I think it would be cool to get some non vehicle related content. Maybe mention it to Katie, if you aren’t interested in it maybe she would be. Have a great trip!
Well when you spend 2 grand and they say to zip tie and let hang, have to cut the product with a grinder and have bitt connectors. Other than the name, it’s a shit product
Grizz 2 well if you watch the previous videos he states he wants to try different companies. You can’t know who’s the best if you only try one company. Come on now
@@gc99289 I dont remember what year he said his Chevy is, but RBP doesnt make them for my 2008 Silverado. And the more videos you watch the more AMP's look like junk. I was excited to finally be able to get some and now I'm hesitant. Spend $1500, have to modify and yearly maintenance because thats mot likely when they stop working? Phuck AMP/Lund
I was hesitant about the AMP steps as well but apparently the normal plug and play ones from AMP come fitted to your cab. I would double check the pins to your module. They are super flimsy and could have misaligned when you plug the harness into the module.
I've got that same issue with my Amp steps. But, I've had mine for over 5 years. I tried disconnecting the ground cable, unfortunately that didn't resolve the issue for me. 😒
Lol I’m SO glad I waited and went with the RBP steps, fricken LOVE them and love not having any of these amp step problems. Sucks they don’t make any for your Taho! But for the price, the half assery that is the amp steps is kind of ridiculous. I mean sure there electric running boards & I guess they work. Until they don’t... Until the motors jam over & over & eventually corrode or just break because there cheap & not sealed. Until the module falls & gets damaged in one way or another because it’s only secured by a ZIP TIE in some random spot by the battery! And in the meantime the lights start to go out one by one because there only connected with crappy butt connectors! (unless you get lucky or do the right thing & solder them). And no these are not assumptions, I’ve personally seen this stuff happen on trucks that have been brought in. Some of witch I’ve had to fix. Now sure there probably not the worst in the world but they have a lot to improve upon before I would EVER pay that kinda money for them OR recommend them to anyone period.
I have the same problem on 06 GMC Sierra open the door and play with the metal latch move it up or down slightly. The latch might be stuck. I sprayed some degreaser and isopropyl alcohol to clean it up. I noticed by greasing it, it would just clog up and wouldn't go down. Hope this helps
Sorry I’ve been this much trouble lying after seeing you still throwing boards from I’ll be P on your RAM install them on my run and look them if I have a product that I love I’m going to stick with it you probably should’ve done the same thing I’m stuck with all BP waterproof motors two motors per board are you really knew how to install them and I also think it was a little cheaper, unless you’ve got them for free I’ve gone back with what I know works, just saying bro. I would highly recommend on Katie’s truck you do RBP‘s stealth steps👍🏽
From memory, been a while, sometimes when mine would get messed up. I think doors closed. And removed either the positive of neg from the battery and reconnect, kind of resets it. With my 7.3 with one of the wires you connected it to you had to cut not just join it to the existing wire or it would open both sides at once.
Not too sure how recent you got those but I heard the original ones that were sent out had some pin that was reversed are in the wrong spot and one that's fixed then they run
Next time get them professionally installed. There to expensive to do it yourself you can burn out the computer of the vehicle when you're playing around with wiring. I had mine professionally installed for $200.00 it's not worth the headache. Now when you try to get you're money back there probably going to say you did something wrong installing them. That's why I paid the $200.00 dollars because it becomes the shops problem now not mine if there not working, Motors wiring wouldn't attempt.
So glad I watched your install video of the RBPs on your truck and took your recommendation and put the stealth power boards on my truck. Plus RBP gives a VA discount. Watching this video, not impressed with the Amp research at all...
Did you tried to plug the driver side (the one not working) into de passenger side module (the one that is working) so you can check if it's a bad module instead of a bad motor or wiring?
meh i install this stuff for a living, neer had a problem like that unless you shorted something in the module. power the motor up and down by itself to make sure the motor is stil ok
Remove the motor but leave it connected.. Open and close door to see if the motor cycles. If it does then open door and install motor with step down and door open.
Ya did amp steps on my dads 01 f250 with 10inch lift and they were trash probably won't ever use them again.but the module did come with a bracket when doing it so ya some differences.and ya similar issues with the boards but they will randomly go up and down while driving and checked everything and everything checked good but was after like a yr when started acting up but ya never again good luck
What made you go with the amps instead of the RBP ones?? I saw your video of the RBP and it made me order them🤙🏻 but now I see this video and I’m like damn should I have gotten these?? 🤨 lol
Should of went to junk yard pick up boards off a caddie, wires and all Time spent in removing is like learning less money spent and then it looks factory installed
I want to buy steps for my Tacoma since it's lifted 6 inches. Emailed RBP of they were going to make steps they said yes and would be out by November. It's almost been a year and nothing. I guess AMP is my solution
this was just one huge complaint video with a random ad for the biggest tape company in the world like no one had ever heard of it before lmao
Shits outta control
Disconnect the ground and reattach. Mine did the same thing. Worked after I did that.
Yahtzee!!!
@Payne Killer what was that you were saying? Look before you speak.
Or pull fuse and pop back in.
I’d definitely check the pins on the module like someone else mentioned. The pins in those plugs are notorious for pushing loose if not properly aligned when you first plug it all in. Even if the motor moved after one action you would be surprised on the reasoning. Never assume something is good just because you see one form of action. Those things are wired crazy if you ask me. The pins are usually the reason and first to double check
May want to solder the wires instead of just wrapping them around one another. That’s going to cause a short down the road. Or could be your issue with the drivers side now.
🤫 don't tell him lul
this thing is going to look awesome when its finished !! and i like the way you two filmed this video. both working together and both having there own part in the video is very nice
Brooooo. This lift is gonna looks sooooo goooooooood
I can ear Ryan saying that lol
its going so well, im so happy that you chose this Taho!
If I had a dollar every time he says rbp
If I had a nickel for every time he says, “ honestly”
Hahaha..or "honestly"
If i had $1 every time he says obviously
I had a similar problem with mine my control module caught on fire
I know that everyone has their own opinion on what could be wrong but for my instance I would look at those connections that you did by the floorboards on each side of the door because that was like a Hialeah rig that you just stripped the wire and put electrical tape. But I would check those connections to see if they may be touching. Love the channel and love the content hope you figure it out!
$1500 isn’t pocket change for me! I would expect the boards to fit my vehicle, a bracket to hold the module in place & plug n play wiring. And it to work flawlessly!
Looks so far like RBP steps for the win!
Thanks Ryan for all you do making your videos! I learned so much so far. Love Katie’s channel cuz I have a ‘05 F350 6.0L myself.
I put a set of these on my 2018 f150 lariat. Turned the ankle-breaker/high-dive oem steps into usable steps. Truck looks much better with them tucked underneath. I love them. Thinking about taking them off before I sell the truck just in case I ever get another one. I had zero problems and they have been trouble free. I spent a little extra and got the dual motors.
This. Looks. Sick. Cleanest Tahoe that’s on stock paint I’ve seen in this year. Keep cranking bro. Don’t listen to anybody telling you to stop.
Also I had the same thing happen on my 2000 lifted F-250. Disconnected and reconnected the motor ground and it worked magically after that.
As a licensed industrial electrician I can tell you that DIY installations can be fraught with problems. With 12vdc systems and motors, a poor wiring connection can make the difference between working or not working since the voltage is so low to begin with. Then there is the issue of whether you received a bad unit. I would have tested the drive motors to see if they worked before I even touched the truck. Just because it's new, doesn't mean it was made right to begin with. Most DIYers will blame themselves first before zeroing in on faulty brand new gear. In this case, a poor of faulty door switch could also be a cause. Poor body grounds can also be an issue. Used GM vehicles have had many issues traced back to poor body grounds. Binding of the hinges can also cause a problem. Obviously, a bad splice is also a point to look at. I always use crimp on spade terminals, (so you can easily troubleshoot or reverse your mods), and use silicone grease if they are not inside the vehicle. Seal it up withh plenty of Scotch 33+ tape, or shrinktubing once everything is tested. I've looked at some of your other projects too. Correct me if I am wrong, but it seems like you could afford to drop your vehicle off at a decent shop, and let them deal with it. Tell them, if it doesn't work, you won't pay them.
I was really wanting to put a set of powerstep xl on my dodge BUT they don't make them for my 01 1500. I absolutely love your videos ryan....watching you do what you do makes me believe I can perform stuff on my truck so thank you!!!!! Keep up the great videos
Get an obs 7.3L power stroke for the next project truck
Ryan-sounds like it's either a wiring issue or your motor didn't work to begin with. Go over the wiring again, use a volt meter with the wiring to make sure your getting power to the right places. Also make sure your motor is getting power as well. Also go over the instructions again.
Ryan I would recommend putting a led stripe in replacement for the little rocklights they offer it look so much better
The amps I bought for my 2020 ram 2500 megacab cummins fit perfect without any cutting. Also the motor on mine is definitely made better. 🤔 living in MN the RBP steps I had on my 2016 cummins didn’t last long so I’m giving amp a try this time around. Time will tell
Same.
I’m installing amp steps this Saturday on my 2020 ram 2500
Crew. Any tips or advice ? Have you had any issues ?
If you just wrapped that wire around without solder, that’s jankey as hell, you just as soon use the posilock!
@Travis Hamler a T-Tap would be perfect right there lol.
@Travis Hamler ahh I see, I just figured it'd been better then what he did lol.
I’ve installed a bunch of these boards. After you ensure that your wiring is correct, open both doors, step on the boards and bounce. It seats the boards correctly on the brackets. If the module is bad, Amp Research is really good about making it right. Once a month r whenever you wash your rig, step on the board after you close the door to get it to stay in the down position, and hose the linkages out. Then spray them with silicone lube.
So what is the advantage of these boards over factory ones if you still have to spray lubricant on the hinges? The lights are trivial to me.
@@bradvincet1848 any linkage will need lubricant
What is the little black box that that goes in the motor called?
Ryan out of rbp and amp which one has the biggest gap in between the step and vehicle? Which one hangs lower. What are the measurements? Are they easier to get in than factory?
Love watching your videos man! But as a licensed technician I really wish ud fix up your twisted wires and make a permanent connection! Believe me it will cause you or the next owner issues!
I paid my shop $350 to install mine on my 2021 ram Laramie. So far almost 3 yes later and they still work however the lights have gone out so I will be replacing all those soon when it’s really cold out my passenger side board gets stuck in up and down
Same problem, passenger side works and driver's side doesn't. The driver's worked at first and then stopped.
Two years later, did you ever figure it out?
Thanks
I never had amp power steps I bought the RBP ones not to long after u shot a video on urs I got em for just over $1000 your right was pretty damn easy and clean install 👍
I worked at a rev dealership and we installed truck accessory’s so I’ve done a couple of those amp research steps before we had a problem with the modules going bad in them. I haven’t seen one not work that was brand new but I’d start there first
You guys should film stuff like the camping trip! I know that I personally would be really interested in content like that, I think it would be cool to get some non vehicle related content. Maybe mention it to Katie, if you aren’t interested in it maybe she would be. Have a great trip!
I went ahead and used my Deutsch connectors that I have with some directrix grease. Never had an issue.
Have to install motor with arm fully extended. Then pull fuse quickly to reset module. I found out the hard way yesterday.
Should have soldered your "hardwired" connections. Corrosion will build up over time and cause control problems.
If the RBP board’s are so great, why didn’t you buy them instead?
He mentioned he wanted to try this brand out, and he found out they aren’t better. Next time he probably won’t get this brand.
Love how the Tahoe is changing 😀😎
Seems like he’s just bashing amp and promoting RBP 😂😂
Well when you spend 2 grand and they say to zip tie and let hang, have to cut the product with a grinder and have bitt connectors. Other than the name, it’s a shit product
Grizz 2 well if you watch the previous videos he states he wants to try different companies. You can’t know who’s the best if you only try one company. Come on now
@@bobbyroberts5751 lmao
@@gc99289 I dont remember what year he said his Chevy is, but RBP doesnt make them for my 2008 Silverado. And the more videos you watch the more AMP's look like junk. I was excited to finally be able to get some and now I'm hesitant. Spend $1500, have to modify and yearly maintenance because thats mot likely when they stop working? Phuck AMP/Lund
Are the power steps sturdy with your weight? How much do you weigh now?
I was hesitant about the AMP steps as well but apparently the normal plug and play ones from AMP come fitted to your cab. I would double check the pins to your module. They are super flimsy and could have misaligned when you plug the harness into the module.
Have them on my '14 silverado crew cab no cutting it was all good love em. Plug and play kit maybe that shouldve been the kit you ordered. Js
I've got that same issue with my Amp steps. But, I've had mine for over 5 years. I tried disconnecting the ground cable, unfortunately that didn't resolve the issue for me. 😒
Lol I’m SO glad I waited and went with the RBP steps, fricken LOVE them and love not having any of these amp step problems. Sucks they don’t make any for your Taho! But for the price, the half assery that is the amp steps is kind of ridiculous. I mean sure there electric running boards & I guess they work. Until they don’t... Until the motors jam over & over & eventually corrode or just break because there cheap & not sealed. Until the module falls & gets damaged in one way or another because it’s only secured by a ZIP TIE in some random spot by the battery! And in the meantime the lights start to go out one by one because there only connected with crappy butt connectors! (unless you get lucky or do the right thing & solder them). And no these are not assumptions, I’ve personally seen this stuff happen on trucks that have been brought in. Some of witch I’ve had to fix. Now sure there probably not the worst in the world but they have a lot to improve upon before I would EVER pay that kinda money for them OR recommend them to anyone period.
Have fun and be careful and be safe on your trip for camping see you guys when you put the next video out
I have the same problem on 06 GMC Sierra open the door and play with the metal latch move it up or down slightly. The latch might be stuck. I sprayed some degreaser and isopropyl alcohol to clean it up. I noticed by greasing it, it would just clog up and wouldn't go down. Hope this helps
Sorry I’ve been this much trouble lying after seeing you still throwing boards from I’ll be P on your RAM install them on my run and look them if I have a product that I love I’m going to stick with it you probably should’ve done the same thing I’m stuck with all BP waterproof motors two motors per board are you really knew how to install them and I also think it was a little cheaper, unless you’ve got them for free I’ve gone back with what I know works, just saying bro. I would highly recommend on Katie’s truck you do RBP‘s stealth steps👍🏽
From memory, been a while, sometimes when mine would get messed up. I think doors closed. And removed either the positive of neg from the battery and reconnect, kind of resets it. With my 7.3 with one of the wires you connected it to you had to cut not just join it to the existing wire or it would open both sides at once.
You gonna sell the Tahoe after your done with it? Just thought I ask...keep them videos comjng...👍
the running board heard you talking shit about AMP steps and said screw you, I'm not gonna work😂😂😂
You should do a speaker install cant go wrong with a awesome system
Atleast he had a beautiful assistance
Driver side sounds like it's getting stuck behind the pinch weld. Had the same problem.
Not too sure how recent you got those but I heard the original ones that were sent out had some pin that was reversed are in the wrong spot and one that's fixed then they run
If there is to much resistance they wont open or close . Loosen the 4 bolts connecting the board to the bracket and then re tighten them.
Next time get them professionally installed. There to expensive to do it yourself you can burn out the computer of the vehicle when you're playing around with wiring. I had mine professionally installed for $200.00 it's not worth the headache. Now when you try to get you're money back there probably going to say you did something wrong installing them. That's why I paid the $200.00 dollars because it becomes the shops problem now not mine if there not working, Motors wiring wouldn't attempt.
Could your brackets be in a bind?
Heat sink connections would be better than tape but works
You will figure it out bro! 😁 Tahoe is gonna look nice tho! Any build will have its ups n downs. The struggle is real! Lol ✌😎
Always enjoy the content on both channels, yours and Katie's.
So glad I watched your install video of the RBPs on your truck and took your recommendation and put the stealth power boards on my truck. Plus RBP gives a VA discount. Watching this video, not impressed with the Amp research at all...
Did you tried to plug the driver side (the one not working) into de passenger side module (the one that is working) so you can check if it's a bad module instead of a bad motor or wiring?
meh i install this stuff for a living, neer had a problem like that unless you shorted something in the module. power the motor up and down by itself to make sure the motor is stil ok
I have 2015 4runner n didnt have to cut it, thats a first i seen! Maybe the motor is bad, i had to change my motor on one side before.
Definitely enjoy everything you bring to this channel. Look forward to every new video.
Remove the motor but leave it connected.. Open and close door to see if the motor cycles. If it does then open door and install motor with step down and door open.
Your right, the motor thinks the board is already out and is trying
to retract it when the door closes
Note to self, go with RBP. The AMP looks good, but not worth the extra trouble I believe.
Should spray paint the exposed metal where you cut now or will rust and corrode
Best thing to do put the steps back in the box and send it back and get different company.
What wires did you use for the tiggers
I watch and you do not tell anything
Green wire is what etc help a guy out
Great build 🤙
you didn't show us a vid of you putting in the seatbelts? was looking forward to seeing the maroon belts
Ya did amp steps on my dads 01 f250 with 10inch lift and they were trash probably won't ever use them again.but the module did come with a bracket when doing it so ya some differences.and ya similar issues with the boards but they will randomly go up and down while driving and checked everything and everything checked good but was after like a yr when started acting up but ya never again good luck
I'd choose amp over rbp
Thanks for the video. What power boards do you recommend?
Did you try to use the pasdenger side motor on the driverside? If it works on driversside you know its the motor. If not then its in the wiring.
I have those on my black suburban bc they came like that from the dealer so it's not customize without the lights tho
How you connect them to car? By obd or…?
That's a lot of messing around for some illuminated running boards that don't really make a difference.
The boards look very cheap for 1500 I feel like if I jumped on them they would snap. Are they more Heavy duty than they look?
the problem with rbp is they are 9 month behind I am canceling my order and getting amps
Bad harness or bad motors, i had the same issues for my 2012 f-250
How's the sound opening and closing comparable to RBP?
What brand did you use on your Ram?
Maybe hire someone who has knowledge the next time. I've had mine on since 2019. Flawless....
I’ve had them for 3 years and love them
My RBP steps do that. I had terrible luck with my steps from RBP. My steps are just crapping out and RBP haven’t done anything for me.
Should've replaced your stock door speakers since you already had the panel off and the speaker unscrewed
Lol sounds like mine after I took my truck offroading and they haven't opened in about a year 😂🤙 they were cool when they worked
They need to b water proof
"Honestly"
Eyan seal them up because i have some amp research board and they are giving me lots of problems that they stay down or stay up
I would say the motor is in the wrong position. If I was you I would unbolt the motor from the mount and open/close the door and see if it moves
Yooo Ryan I saw your old purple Silverado in Millersburg today! Looked sick!!
How far does the RBP drop on the truck?
What made you go with the amps instead of the RBP ones?? I saw your video of the RBP and it made me order them🤙🏻 but now I see this video and I’m like damn should I have gotten these?? 🤨 lol
Should of went to junk yard pick up boards off a caddie, wires and all
Time spent in removing is like learning less money spent and then it looks factory installed
Is it possible that the motor is upside down?
I want to buy steps for my Tacoma since it's lifted 6 inches. Emailed RBP of they were going to make steps they said yes and would be out by November. It's almost been a year and nothing. I guess AMP is my solution
Im dying to see the windshield tint
Yup mine dont work anymore
Would probably be good to solder the connections ...
Okay Ryan, got your point; pick up the RBP’s instead.
So why not just go with the RBP boards.
Did you ever figure out what the problem was?