Recommended Running Boards for a 2023 Ford Explorer
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I have a 2023 For Explorer ST. I am looking for a high quality running board with a total width of about 5” that won’t interfere with any automatic car wash equipment.
asked by: Rocha S
Expert Reply:
Hey Rocha! The best running boards for your 2023 Ford Explorer are going to be the Westin R5 Nerf Bars item # W68NR in Black or item # W48NR in Stainless. These 5" custom fit running boards come with included hardware that does not require drilling to install. The curved pads are formed to the tubing to prevent damage to the ends of the bars. The groves also provide better traction.
I have linked an installation video below along with the instructions so you can see how to get these step bars set up and what they look like once they're installed.
Additionally, I checked with Westin and there's been no issue with these bars when ran through automated car washes.
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Romik REC-B Running Boards w/ Custom Install Kit - 5-1/2" Wide - Black - Aluminum
- Nerf Bars - Running Boards
- Running Boards
- 5-1/2 Inch Wide
- Matte Finish
- Fixed Step
- Aluminum
- Black
- Romik
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Randy
5/31/2025
Can you still have the factory Ford splash guards installed with these boards? They look pretty tight wheel well to wheel well.