Bob Drake Catalog

800-221-FORD (3673)

RUNNING BOARDS

Perfect Surface Patterns

Bob Drake’s Design Team pays strict attention to detail in

reproducing authentic Ford parts. Before we started making the

massive rubber molds, we tested different machining techniques

for perfectly reproducing the original step surfaces. Our

engineers took no shortcuts in making each detail perfect. After

running comparisons between CNC milling (computer numerical

control) and EDM (electro-discharge machining), we chose the

EDM method. This revolutionary milling technique is the perfect

tooling method for making finely detailed pyramids and ribs in the

high quality weather resistant rubber. The precise cutting is made

by micro-sized electrical arcs.

Perfect Board to Body Fit

When you install our boards, you’ll appreciate the fact that we

made them to FIT! This feature allows the board to correctly

mesh with the body for a fit that would meet the standards of the

Ford factory.

Zinc-plated Heavy Gauge Steel

Construction

Other manufacturers claim heavy gauge construction. For

Bob Drake, that’s a given. We exactly duplicate Ford’s sturdy

steel panel and braces to get the tough rigidity of the originals.

Then we zinc-plate the boards for many years of corrosion free

service. The underside can be painted black or left as is.

Mounting holes

All holes are in the exact locations for a perfect Ford fit and are

clear of excess rubber for trouble-free installation of bolts.

Perfect End Detail

Exact size & detail to match Ford’s look & fit at all edges.

Rubber Vulcanized Over Steel

Bob Drake has used superior quality, weather and chemical

resistant EPDM rubber for these boards. It has the correct look,

feel and finish of the real thing, with a velvety smooth matte

finish.

Front Rim Contours

Precision molded ridges and valleys match the superior traction

and look of the ’32 boards, with the accurate mold parting line

hand-trimmed to perfection.

3-Year Warranty

All of our 1932-40 running boards are warranted against material

and factory defects, just as other Bob Drake

rubber parts.

Superior Protective Packaging

What good is the perfect part if it gets damaged during shipping?

We’ve gone overboard here! The running boards are packed into

bags, then inserted into heavy Styrofoam “U” channels that wrap

and protect the edges, and then packed into a sturdy corrugated

carton. You’ll receive perfect boards!

The Mark of Quality

Look underneath the board on the sturdy braces for the stamped

mark of excellence. We don’t put our name on it until it’s just right

— a Ford-worthy reproduction!

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Tooling Test Comparison

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