Hmmm... I'll have to check out Umbertos truck at the show coming up. I know he has his Line-X'd too so they match his other tube accessories, i never thought about doing that for increased traction though. And the steps + line-x total will be half the price of the Amp steps(but the amp steps are almost completely hidden when not in use which helps make the truck look "taller" too.... well now i have something to think about all winter
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You could also just get the step pads sprayed, shouldn't cost much at all.
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