Amp Research power steps mod question

[bronco loco]

https://www.amazon.com/AMP-Research-10-79105-01A-PowerStep-Controller/dp/B01N0MAO0O

 

[jasonmcc]

Question for those who have done the Amp retractable steps. Did you find it useful to use an override switch and if so what did you use? I've heard of someone utilizing the aux/main tank selector switch for an override switch. If you've done this could you explain that process? Thanks as always guys!

 

[Audifan]

This is the correct amp research override switch to go with the steps that Nicks Trix/Northeastclassic ford sells:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N0MAO0O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You need the STA1 switch and controller as the switch does not work with the controller that comes with the steps.

I have this exact set up on mine.

Amp Steps and mounts from Nick at NECFP and the amp switch/controller from the link above.

 

[jasonmcc]

What length did you guys cut your steps to? If you order the steps instead somewhere other than NEC what do you have to do to the kit to install? I have the brackets from NEC but purchased the step kit from Amazon.

 

[bronco loco]

Cut one of them in half, save the other for replacement.

 

[bronco loco]

Question for those who have done the Amp retractable steps. Did you find it useful to use an override switch and if so what did you use? I've heard of someone utilizing the aux/main tank selector switch for an override switch. If you've done this could you explain that process? Thanks as always guys!

When I have my dash redone, I had the radio opening, the ashtray and some holes welded. Unfortunately my aux/main switch was also welded. I was going to use a three way switch.
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