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Old 12-22-2011, 05:46 PM
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Aftermarket running boards??

I hate to even ask but 1000K VS 500.00 is worth the question. I 99.9% usually stay MB/AMG parts , except for my go fast stuff.

So, has anyone found a quality OEM ebay copy of the running boards that is great fit and quality? There seems to be about 210 different people making them. Hey, there are nice replica wheels, so maybe running boards too?
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Many that have them from the factory are removing the running boards. They serve as a nice catch for mud & snow to get your pants dirty. You may want to go without.
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Many that have them from the factory are removing the running boards. They serve as a nice catch for mud & snow to get your pants dirty. You may want to go without.
Yes, they do look like like a pain in the A _ _ to keep clean.

Anyone running the Ebay version ?
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Am looking for one as well. Anyone tips?

Originally Posted by Exotic-metal55
Yes, they do look like like a pain in the A _ _ to keep clean.

Anyone running the Ebay version ?
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Am looking for one as well. Anyone tips?
I guess I may have to be safe and go with the 1000.00 Mercedes RB`s.
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Replicas have fitment issues for sure
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I Have the ebay running boards and fitment is good. Quality looks good so far, been using it for 8months now.

I compared it to OEM ones and hardly noticed any difference in looks and fitment. Although installing it can be a pain.
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I Have the ebay running boards and fitment is good. Quality looks good so far, been using it for 8months now.

I compared it to OEM ones and hardly noticed any difference in looks and fitment. Although installing it can be a pain.
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