OZK Customs + Flatline Van Co.: Sprinter Side Steps

If you have been slightly overwhelmed by the number of side steps available for your Sprinter adventure van, it’s probably because you’ve also noticed that getting into your van is a very large step, especially if you are running a 4 x 4 or lifted rig on oversized tires. And assuming you are interested in not always hopping into your van, side steps are one of those simple, but necessary upgrades that you will literally appreciate every time you step into or out of your Sprinter.

Side steps designed by adventure van companies, like the Sprinter Van Side Steps from Flatline Van Co, are built not just for improving access to your doors, but also for the demands of heavy use, the elements, and off-road adventures. The Flatline Van Co steps are crafted from steel, with 2” x 2” square tubing running next to your van, and 1.75” round tubing forming the outside of the step. Along with strategically integrated mounting points, this heavy-duty construction ensures a step that is exceptionally strong, designed to protect your van, as well as make your life easier.

With black powder-coating, and a straightforward, but industrial design, these steps will add that adventure quotient to your van’s outer looks while also providing the same functionality of other industry-leading side-step options. The Flatline Van Co steps feature a dimpled tread plate 33.5” long under the driver’s front door, and running 53.5” under both doors on the passenger side, with the round tubing completing the rest of the step as a nerf bar. This ensures that you have a wide, grippy tread where you will actually be using the steps to access your van, while reducing weight where possible. A smartly engineered step, as rugged as your next adventure, the Sprinter Side Steps are compatible with 144” and 170” Mercedes Sprinter Vans from 2007 to current and a great choice for your van life adventures.

Check back soon for more info on the Flatline Van Co Side Steps from our OZK Customs podcast experts. Learn more about use cases, the pros and cons of these side steps versus the others we install, and other questions you never thought to ask!