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  1. JCH4

    Does anyone know if Viking Offroad still in business?

    Does anyone know if Viking Offroad still in business? I want to order shocks from them but website has said under repair for last three weeks. Anyone have a contact number or email?
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    How to power accessories in the rear of your G?

    I have a 2003 G500 which I wish to add two fans to cool dog crates. The 2003 does not have the AUX Cigarette lighter in the back. Is there an easyway to run power to the back without running a long cord from center console all the way to the back. Help appreciated.
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    What is benefit of 30mm spacers if only lifts the body?

    What is the benefit of adding 30mm spacers to the G such as sold by Thor if they only left the body? Why? I see Entdecker uses them also so there must be some benefit. Considering adding them.
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    Sun reflective material cut to fit windows

    Does anyone know where you can purchase the silver reflective material used to reflect sun from windows. I have the G500 version from Vlad at fourbyfourclub which works great but want to add material to back windows also. Will cut to fit.
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    Right rear side lamps and license plate connectors for MY 2003 G500. Help!

    Can anyone point me in the right direction for the male and female connectors for both the Right rear side lamp and also the male and female connectors for the license plate lights. The body shop cut them off and now we need to fix them. Any photos, diagrams, suggestions, advice, and etc...
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    Front seat covers for G500?

    Anyone know of a source for good seat covers for the front seats of a G500? I have a great fitted one for the back seat from Vlad at FourbyFour which fits great. I am looking for the same fit for the front seats. Melvin & Moon does not make them and the front seat covers Vlad carries are very...
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    Anyone ever heard of a MY 2002 + G500 transfer case going bad?

    Anyone ever heard of a MY 2002 + G500 transfer case going bad? I have the T/C neutral problem + diff locks will not engage. I have been dealing with this for a long time. The Mercedes dealership says we need a new transfer case for $6,500.00, however, I am worried this may not be the correct...
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    How to remove black sills between fender wells on 2003 G500?

    How to remove black sills between fender wells on 2003 G500? The black strip that is below the doors and runs from fender well to fender well. Help appreciated.
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    To keep or not to keep, that is the question (2003 G500)

    We have a 2003 G500 which we have had for 5 years. Usual problems here and there but overall very happy with the G500. I am a point where I need to decide whether to buy a new car or keep this one. I prefer to keep this one but it has 150000 miles. Does anyone have any opinion on what is a...
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    Help! Help! The dreaded T/C issue and continuing saga

    Please help! I am at wits end. I know this has been covered in some other posts and on different forum but none exactly address where we are with my issue.My 2003 G500 had been spontaneously going into T/C neutral for quite some time. Four weeks ago it did it at a truck stop three hours from...
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    Looking at Defender 130 TD5. Anyone here with experience/advice as to these?

    Looking at a Defender 130 and would really like any advice/thoughts from anyone who has owned or used the 130. Would be a daily driver. Engine is a TD5. Canvas top over bed. I currently have two Series IIA and one Mercedes G500 my wife drives. I am not looking for another series type rig but...
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    $2,000 Finders Fee offered WTB G 1991 or newer Turbo Diesel

    WTB G 1995 or newer Turbo Diesel ($2,000.00 finders fee) Help me find my white whale. Still looking for 1995 or later Mercedes G Turbo Diesel in USA. $2,000.00 Finders Fee offered if purchased/deal goes through. Any help much appreciated.
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    WTB 1995 or later G Turbo Diesel. Finders fee offered.

    Help me find my white whale. Still looking for 1995 or later Mercedes G Turbo Diesel in USA. Finders fee offered if purchased. Any help much appreciated.
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    F/S 2003 G500 Running Boards and Spare Tire Cover. Cover is Evergreen/Aspen Green.

    F/S 2003 G500 Running Boards and Spare Tire Cover. Cover is Evergreen/Aspen Green. Having trouble attaching photos. Please PM me email address and I will send photos. Make offer. I will take to local shipper but buyer responsible for shipping. Located Charleston SC, USA. Best regards, John
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    G300 Turbo Diesel

    I have been looking for a G300 Turbo Diesel for some time and a perfect opportunity came up here http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=33058... that I missed. Very bummed about it but still looking. Anyone have any leads on a Turbo Diesel in the USA? In addition, if you...
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    G300 Turbo Diesel

    I have been looking for a G300 Turbo Diesel for some time and a perfect opportunity came up here http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=33058... that I missed. Very bummed about it but still looking. Anyone have any leads on a Turbo Diesel in the USA? In addition, if you...
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    Preserving a G?

    I was under my new to me G this weekend and was pleasantly surprised by the lack of rust (plus solid chassis). There was some surface rust in the very rear near and slightly above the fuel tank. I scrapped and wire brushed off the rust to the best of my ability and coated with Waxoyl (a product...
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    Removing window tint on G500

    Anyone know best way to remove window tint on a G500? Is it a film or is it part of the glass?
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    removing running boards

    Anyone ever removed the running boards on a G500? I would like to remove mine this weekend. What does this entail and will there be holes that need to be covered or plugged?
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    G320 differences

    Would someone be so kind to explain the major differences between a 1996 G320 with a petrol v6 vs. the 280GE and G500. Pros and cons etc. Thank you for any help.
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