Excalibur 2019+ DODGE RAM 1500 User manual

2019+ dodge ram 1500
running board installation guide
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10mm Socket or Combination
Wrench
18mm Socket with 24’’ extension.
Breaker bar.
Box cutter or sharp knife
OPTIONAL: Wax based under
coating to cover brackets and
hardware at the end of the install.
NOTE : A POWER DRILL OR
POWER DRIVE WILL SPEED UP
THE INSTALLATION.
PLEASE NOTE: IF POWER TOOLS
ARE USED, TAKE CARE TO
ENSURE NOT TO STRIP OR OVER
TIGHTEN THE HARDWARE.
QTY
DESCRIPTION
2
Running Boards
2
Mudgaurds
1
Cab Bracket Kit
1
Rear Bracket Kit
1
Light Kit (if applicable)
PARTS LIST
TOOLS REQUIRED
1. ASSEMBLE THE RUNNING
BOARDS.
Install the mud guards on the
running boards prior to installation.
Locate and identify the left and
right mud guard.
2. PUSH THE MUD GUARDS
ON TO THE RUNNING
BOARDS
Push the mud guards on to the
running board until they bottom out
and secure using the hardware
located at the rear of the running
board.
3. SECURE RUBBER FILLER
STRIP TO THE MUD
GUARDS.
Using the pre installed SS self
tapper secure the rubber filler strip
to the mudguards.
4. SACRIFICIAL CARDBOARD
We have installed a sacrificial
piece of cardboard on the
mudguards. The intention is to
prevent scratches during install.
Leave this in place until the
installation is complete and you
are ready to secure the
mudguards.

1. LOCATE CAB BRACKET
MOUNTING LOCATIONS.
Located on the sill of the vehicle there will be three factory
mounting locations. There are two different stud positions.
The same bracket will fit both configurations.
3. POSITION THE CAB BRACKETS FRONT TO REAR.
Install the cab brackets 3 per side using the supplied M8 flanged nuts. See below for
bracket placement and position.
2. PREPARE HARDWARE.
The factory hardware is heavily coated
in paint. There is a good chance that
the stud may become stripped or
break if not cleaned before tightening.
Clean the threads of the studs to be used
using a M8x1.25 die or a wire brush prior
to install of brackets.
PASSENGER.
FRONT-REAR
DRIVER.
FRONT-REAR

5. (A) ADD THE BASE BRACKETS.
With the cab bracket supports mounted, add the base
brackets using the supplied M8X20 bolts and supplied
flanged nuts. To correctly place the brackets, have the
tab with the slotted holes facing towards the rear of the
truck as shown in the picture above.
When adding the base brackets, use the middle hole in
the bracket set. However, do not tighten and allow the
bracket to pivot down and touch the cab bracket. This
will make mounting the running boards to the base
brackets far more simple.
5. (B) BASE BRACKET
When adding the base brackets use the middle hole
in the bracket set. However, do not tighten and allow
the bracket to pivot down and touch the cab bracket.
The base bracket was designed to pivot here to aid in
the placement of the running board on the brackets
and the placement of the rubber seal.
4. TIGHTEN THE CAB MOUNTED BRACKETS.
With all the cab brackets mounted in the correct orientation,
tighten the M8 flanged nuts.
REAR OF CAB

1. LOCATE AND REMOVE THE
DRIVER AND PASSENGER BOX
MOUNT BOLTS.
On both driver and passenger remove
the factory box mounting bolts, located
inside of the boxed in bracket welded to
the frame.
TIP: Use a 12’’ extension with a 18mm
socket fed through the bottom of the
bracket.
6.6’ & 8’ box ONLY.
REAR BRACKET
INSTALLATION.
2. INSTALL THE REAR BRACKETS
USING THE FACTORY REMOVED
BOX MOUNT BOLT.
Using the factory bolt install the rear
brackets, leave the hardware slightly
loose until the M8 bolt is tightened.
THE BRACKET ON THE LEFT IS
PASSENGER SIDE.
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1
PRE ASSEMBLED DRIVER
SIDE BRACKET
1
PRE ASSEMBLED
PASSENGER SIDE
PASSENGER SIDE
REAR BRACKET
The Patented Rear Flex Bracket
has been designed to flex with
the box of the vehicle while still
providing the necessary support
for the 3rd step.
3. BOLT THE REAR BRACKETS TO
THE CHASSIS.
Using the supplied M8 Flange nut and
M8X20 bolt, tighten the backside of the
bracket to the chassis of the vehicle.
NOTE: 5.8’ BOXES DO
NOT REQUIRE REAR
BRACKETS AS THERE
ARE ONLY 2 STEPS AND
NO BOX MOUNTED
STEP.
4. BOLT THE REAR BRACKETS TO
THE TOP MOUNT SECTION.
Using the supplied M8 Flange nut
secure the rubber isolator to the top
section of the rear bracket.
Using the supplied M8X20 bolt, washer,
and Nylock nut, bolt the outer side of the
rear bracket to the top mount.
NOTE: A NYLOCK NUT MUST BE
USED IN THE HOLE SHOWN ON THE
LEFT. THE BRACKET WILL PIVOT
HERE WHEN STEPPED ON AND A
FLANGED NUT WILL COME LOOSE
HERE.
REPEAT FOR DRIVER SIDE

7. PLACE THE RUNNING BOARD ON THE
BRACKETS.
With the rear bracket install complete, place the
running boards on the base brackets, aligning the T-
Bolts with the slots in the bracket.
8. SNUG THE BOLTS ATTACHING THE RUNNING
BOARDS TO THE BRACKETS.
With the running board placed on all the cab brackets
secure the running boards to the brackets. Slide the
running board to the outside of the vehicle for now.
Once the board has been pivoted in to place and
tightened they can be readjusted.
9. PIVOT THE RUNNING BOARD INTO PLACE.
With the running board tightened to the base
brackets, pivot the running board upward by pushing
up on the running board until the holes are aligned
and insert the supplied M8X20 bolts and flange nuts.
10.TIGHTEN THE BASE BRACKETS TO THE CAB
BRACKETS.
Tighten the base bracket to the cab brackets.
If any adjustments need to be made inward or
outward they can be done now.
Take a minute to ensure all the brackets are in line
and the running boards are not distorted in any way. If
any adjustment is needed, loosen one bracket at a
time until the issue is corrected.

11. SECURE THE MUD GUARDS TO THE
WHEEL WELL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remove the protective cardboard from the
rear mud-flaps. Align the mud flaps so the
straight edge is at 90 degrees to the ground
or in line with the rear wheels. Fasten the
mud-flaps using the supplied SS self drilling
screws.
the install should now be complete.
please pass this booklet on to the end user as it
has information on maintenance and warranty.
for ANY technical difficulties please phone
excalibur truck accessories
1 512 870 7828

REV APR 1 2021
WARRANTY
MAINTENANCE
To ensure your Excalibur Running Boards maintain their factory finish be sure to clean your running boards on a regular
basis. For a long lasting finish, simply clean the running boards with hot soapy water and spray a long lasting wax or
ceramic coating, then remove with a non abrasive cloth. Avoid using soaps and chemicals with caustic soda, such as
engine cleaners, as this may result in discolouration to the finish. Also, avoid using soaps, waxes and polishes with
abrasive properties. !
POLISHED SILVER FINISH WARRANTY
Excalibur Running Boards guarantees the original purchaser a 3 year warranty against manufacturer defects in
workmanship and plastic materials. The polished silver finish is subject to a limited 1 year warranty against
discolouration and corrosion. !
This warranty covers the cost of the defective part(s) and not the cost of removal or installation, shipping, or incidental
charges. This warranty is limited to replacement of the product, carries no cash value and is limited to the purchase
price. !
SANDTEX BLACK AND GLOSS WHITE FINISH WARRANTY
Excalibur Running Boards guarantees the original purchaser a 3 year warranty against manufacturer defects in
workmanship and plastic materials. The powder coated finish is subject to a limited 3 year warranty against
discolouration and corrosion. !
This warranty covers the cost of the defective part(s) and not the cost of removal or installation, shipping, or incidental
charges. This warranty is limited to replacement of the product, carries no cash value and is limited to the purchase
price.!
STAINLESS STEEL BRACKET WARRANTY
Excalibur Running Boards guarantees the original purchaser limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects in
workmanship and materials. This warranty covers the cost of the defective part(s) and not the cost of removal or
installation, shipping, or incidental charges. This warranty is limited to replacement of the product, carries no cash value
and is limited to the purchase price.!
LED LIGHT WARRANTY
Excalibur Running Boards guarantees the original purchaser limited 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects in
workmanship and materials. This warranty covers the cost of the defective part(s) and not the cost of removal or
installation, shipping, or incidental charges. This warranty is limited to replacement of the product, carries no cash value
and is limited to the purchase price.!
All warranty claims will be initiated at the place of purchase. The original purchaser will be required to present the
original sales receipt with the purchase date shown and provide photographs of the defect. All warranty replacement
requests must be submitted via email to excaliburr[email protected].!
The following terms and conditions apply to this warranty;
This warranty is only in effect to the original purchaser and shall not apply if the Excalibur Running Boards have been
removed from the original vehicle which they were installed on.!
The warranty is void from any accident, improper installation, modifications, misuse, abuse or neglect, chemical spills,
vandalism, lack of maintenance, road hazards and debris, or any other use not intended for the purpose of running
boards.!
DISCLAIMER
Buyer assumes all risk and liability for the installation and use of Excalibur products. !
Excalibur Research Development & Manufacturing Ltd assumes no liability for injury, loss, incidental or consequential
damages in the event of an accident. Excalibur Running Boards are designed to help protect a vehicles exterior finish
but should not be relied upon as protection for the vehicle or its occupants in the event of an accident. Excalibur
Running Boards does not guarantee the protection of the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. !
Thank you for choosing Excalibur Running Boards.