OEM Running Boards on Q7

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Mar 20, 2017 | 06:01 PM

#21

kierantaylor

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Originally Posted by iconoclast

thank you, i had a feeling one would work with the other, not sure why anything would changing.

I found a pair for a fantastic price. I have the factory tow package (2013 TDI) and am now confused about whether OEM boards will be compatible or not... it seems this forum says both and/or that some welding may be needed. Help?! I would love some confirmation before making a long drive and shelling out $$$ for nothing

Thanks so much

Jun 7, 2020 | 08:51 AM

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chimchongdlight

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I got the oem style ones from ebay and now i cant figure out how to install them. Theres no instructions

Jun 7, 2020 | 06:22 PM

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Kei78

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Originally Posted by chimchongdlight

I got the oem style ones from ebay and now i cant figure out how to install them. Theres no instructions

Google 4x4 shop, they have two videos for running boards for this gen... oem style and aftermarket. That should get you going.

I just finished installing mine two weeks ago. I didn’t like the front driver side bracket that came with mine so I took it over to my dads place and re-welded it to make it fit better. Also had to modify it slightly to give it more clearance for a hanger under there. All the rest were fine. I also went to the local hardware store and got some lock nuts for the under side of the actual running boards, but other then that I used what came with the kit.

Last edited by Kei78; Jun 7, 2020 at 06:32 PM.

Jun 8, 2020 | 08:40 AM

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dreadlocks

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Originally Posted by kierantaylor

Thanks so much

I know this is old but I figured I'd clear this confusion up.. Running Boards and Tow Package CAN be installed at the same time, there is absolutely nothing physically preventing one from getting the other.. The reason why Audi refused this configuration from being built at factory or port is because WITH running boards, passengers, and all other available options the vehicle slightly is overweight and would reduce the towing capabilities.. So these two options became mutually exclusive.

Jun 8, 2020 | 01:17 PM

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Kei78

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That makes sense. I did read this thread a long time ago and went ahead with installing both the rear hitch and recently the running boards and yea, there were no show stoppers from installing both as neither tied into each other.

Jun 8, 2020 | 02:01 PM

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Cboogie

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Just got a 2014with running boards. I'm not a fan of running boards was going to take mine off.
But curious on what hitch anyone is using and if it is hidden or not.