OK. just wanted to establish the frustration and mindset when trying to put it all together. It took me about 1.5 hours to get going; most of that time was literally spent trying to get the 'brackets' together; if 3 holes lined up, one did not: if two aligned, 2 did not, etc. etc. etc. etc. and more etc. etc. EVENTUALLY HERE IS WHAT I HAD TO DO: I made sure 3 of 4 aligned and then w/ impact drill; went 'all in' for the 4th one and luckily it all went in smooth; while applying superhuman strength to the brackets (pressure). NOW THE INSTRUCTIONS STATE TO NOT 'TORQUE' it all together UNTIL you get the step mounted. LET ME FOREWARN: it is very, very tight fit to start tightening/torqueing up bolts once the step is mounted; so not clear of their intent on the instructions. (luckily Im pretty petite guy and can do it; but overall even for me; I had to do some cirque du soleil stuff to make it all happen).It works as hoped, maybe a bit overpriced; Id say this is a $150 product at most; adn even then the manufacture does NOT make it easy: IN HINDSIGHT: alot of aggravation can be saved if they just put or make a 1piece metal; then I can see a 15-20 minute installation process: easily. but lose alot of time and mental fortitude in just trying to piece it all together. IF they are aware of the 'holes' issue on their product; then they shoudl create slightly 'wider' lenght holes that can help align the bolts better versus just shooting for a hole in one. THE PRODUCT IS HEFTY and feels stout; as it should. Overall; it is in place and im hopeful it will last as long as intended.
Rating:
[5 of 5 Stars!]