I like the apron, I have been toying with putting one on mine or just using the bumper I have for it.
i also like the running boards because the lower these trucks get the more awkward it is to gracefully enter the cab. in normal cars you get sideways to it and essentially fall in the seat, but there is almost a foot between the running board edge and the seat. its one of those things you dont know until you have done it, and its a great solution. [cl[cl