i still have my tube steps. I have found out that the tube step and running boards are good protection for your pathy. i say keep them on. same with the tow package(unless your a mudder). My tow package has saved my bumper many times from breaking off from climbing really steep inclines.SixGuns wrote:'04 SE, huh? Hell yeah, man samePathy I got, except mine's black...if you plan on wheelin', I'd lose the running boards, tow package, then move the spare tire to the rear hatch or roof and cut off those damn hard-molded mudflaps that just get hung up on everything.........if not, leave 'er as it, and it's a great car. Congrats on the purchase.