2017 G550 4x4² Build Thread
#1
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2017 G550 4x4² Build Thread
Everyone.
We finally secured our 4x4². Here is a list of everything the Dealer helped us with (MB Manhattan). I bought the parts myself, and they did the install. First impressions are...wow. I love this truck. It is much more nimble than the 6x6 (obviously), however I don't feel the lack of power as much as I though I would. We traded in a 2016 G63 for this thing, and couldn't be happier. It was just dropped off at another Audio/Video Shop to get a Satellite Installed, along with some other cool things. Will updated this thread with better photos/information as much as I can.
FYI, we DO NOT do any work ourselves, so technical questions may not be answered, lol.
2017 Mercedes-Benz G 550 4x4²
197 Obsidian Black
Exterior:
• Removal of Rear Bumper Guard.
• Removal of 4 Mud Flaps.
• Removal of the 2 Rubber Side Strips (to match 6x6)
• Installation of the rear Skid Plate in Aluminum (European).
• Installation of the Military LED Side Marker Lights.
• Installation of 6x6 Hutchinson Rims (on their way from Europe).
• Installation of BRABUS Long Side Steps/Mufflers (IT SOUNDS AWESOME).
• Installation of OEM Mercedes-Benz Roof Rack (shortened to not block Moonroof).
• Installation of working LED Lights on the Light Bar.
• Installation of the Satellite.
• Installation of G65 Grille (to match the 6x6).
• Installation of 3M Clear Film over Rear Fenders.
• Installation of BRABUS Snorkels (need to be shortened to clear Light Bar).
Sorry for the crappy photos, better ones will come when the truck is completely finished! Can't wait to put this next to the 6x6 for some proper photo shoots.
We finally secured our 4x4². Here is a list of everything the Dealer helped us with (MB Manhattan). I bought the parts myself, and they did the install. First impressions are...wow. I love this truck. It is much more nimble than the 6x6 (obviously), however I don't feel the lack of power as much as I though I would. We traded in a 2016 G63 for this thing, and couldn't be happier. It was just dropped off at another Audio/Video Shop to get a Satellite Installed, along with some other cool things. Will updated this thread with better photos/information as much as I can.
FYI, we DO NOT do any work ourselves, so technical questions may not be answered, lol.
2017 Mercedes-Benz G 550 4x4²
197 Obsidian Black
Exterior:
• Removal of Rear Bumper Guard.
• Removal of 4 Mud Flaps.
• Removal of the 2 Rubber Side Strips (to match 6x6)
• Installation of the rear Skid Plate in Aluminum (European).
• Installation of the Military LED Side Marker Lights.
• Installation of 6x6 Hutchinson Rims (on their way from Europe).
• Installation of BRABUS Long Side Steps/Mufflers (IT SOUNDS AWESOME).
• Installation of OEM Mercedes-Benz Roof Rack (shortened to not block Moonroof).
• Installation of working LED Lights on the Light Bar.
• Installation of the Satellite.
• Installation of G65 Grille (to match the 6x6).
• Installation of 3M Clear Film over Rear Fenders.
• Installation of BRABUS Snorkels (need to be shortened to clear Light Bar).
Sorry for the crappy photos, better ones will come when the truck is completely finished! Can't wait to put this next to the 6x6 for some proper photo shoots.
#3
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If it is safe enough in Europe, it should be safe enough in the US, lol.
#4
Badass!! I know you said that you didn't install anything, but could you at least confirm that the rear skid place is the OEM euro version available on most G class aftermarket shops (https://www.gwagenparts.com/product/...x4%c2%b2-w463/), and that it was a simple nuts and bolts job and didn't require any cutting or welding or fabricating. Thanks.
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Badass!! I know you said that you didn't install anything, but could you at least confirm that the rear skid place is the OEM euro version available on most G class aftermarket shops (https://www.gwagenparts.com/product/...x4%c2%b2-w463/), and that it was a simple nuts and bolts job and didn't require any cutting or welding or fabricating. Thanks.
I think everything unbolted (don't quote me), and part of the parts he unbolted were re-enforcement. So he took it upon himself to find the solution to do US Spec standard G Wagon stuff.
If anyone is in the North East, and only takes their G's (or other AMG/MB) to dealers for service, I can strongly strongly strongly recommend the Head AMG Tech at MB Manhattan. He is ridiculously good, and have never had any issues whatsoever with his work.
Regarding the Skid Plate from gwagenparts, I assume it is the real deal. I know G-Wagen Accessories has really good parts which are usually OEM as well.
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Do you live in NYC or upstate? I cant imagine where you could park there, even an indoor garage you wont have any clearance. Nice car nonetheless my G55 would look like a mini cooper next to yours if we ever bump on the streets
#7
Look forward to seeing more photos.
Were you able to source the Hutchinson wheels for less than the $3,000/wheel which some US vendors are asking?
Did you relocate the exhaust so that it is not blocked by the full-length sidestep? I only had the front step installed in order to clear the stock exhaust. The steps definitely make a difference in getting in and out of the G.
Were you able to source the Hutchinson wheels for less than the $3,000/wheel which some US vendors are asking?
Did you relocate the exhaust so that it is not blocked by the full-length sidestep? I only had the front step installed in order to clear the stock exhaust. The steps definitely make a difference in getting in and out of the G.
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I can't tell you exactly what he did, however I do know that he added some bumper re-enforcement from a standard G Wagon.
I think everything unbolted (don't quote me), and part of the parts he unbolted were re-enforcement. So he took it upon himself to find the solution to do US Spec standard G Wagon stuff.
If anyone is in the North East, and only takes their G's (or other AMG/MB) to dealers for service, I can strongly strongly strongly recommend the Head AMG Tech at MB Manhattan. He is ridiculously good, and have never had any issues whatsoever with his work.
Regarding the Skid Plate from gwagenparts, I assume it is the real deal. I know G-Wagen Accessories has really good parts which are usually OEM as well.
I think everything unbolted (don't quote me), and part of the parts he unbolted were re-enforcement. So he took it upon himself to find the solution to do US Spec standard G Wagon stuff.
If anyone is in the North East, and only takes their G's (or other AMG/MB) to dealers for service, I can strongly strongly strongly recommend the Head AMG Tech at MB Manhattan. He is ridiculously good, and have never had any issues whatsoever with his work.
Regarding the Skid Plate from gwagenparts, I assume it is the real deal. I know G-Wagen Accessories has really good parts which are usually OEM as well.
Looks great. Where is the roof rack from? You mentioned factory MBZ. Is that something you can get from the dealer?
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Manhattan. Both the 6x6 and 4x4 fit easily in the garage where they are parked, however height is definitely an issue.
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Look forward to seeing more photos.
Were you able to source the Hutchinson wheels for less than the $3,000/wheel which some US vendors are asking?
Did you relocate the exhaust so that it is not blocked by the full-length sidestep? I only had the front step installed in order to clear the stock exhaust. The steps definitely make a difference in getting in and out of the G.
Were you able to source the Hutchinson wheels for less than the $3,000/wheel which some US vendors are asking?
Did you relocate the exhaust so that it is not blocked by the full-length sidestep? I only had the front step installed in order to clear the stock exhaust. The steps definitely make a difference in getting in and out of the G.
The Full Length Side Steps meant that we had to change the muffler, so the tips are obviously not exposed. On the 6x6, we went with the "Short" Side Steps, so the exhaust STAYS exposed. The BRABUS Muffler sounds incredible, it was such a great (expensive) upgrade!
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Pity we cut it, it was ridiculously expensive.
MB Manhattan was NOT able to source the rack, however when they put the part number into the system, it actually came up, just nothing available.
When we bought ours, it came directly from the G Wagon factory in Austria.
#12
Is it possible to post or pm me the part number. I was thinking of fabbing one up over the next few weeks but it would take me about 2 days of work and if something is out there I would rather try buying it.
Thanks
Thanks
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We paid a lot for the rack, way more than anything aftermarket that is available now. I think it was around $13-15k (!). I don't remember exactly, though. May be worth your two days to fabricate your own, lol.
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Check out:
https://www.g-wagenaccessories.com/c...ons/roof-racks
Also, this is OEM, however it's $8k:
https://www.g-wagenaccessories.com/p...onal-roof-rack
#16
I've seen both of those. The mount system on yours looks pretty darn good. That's not something I can easily replicate. The tubing is a piece of cake.
From the portion of the rack you cut, you don't by chance have an additional mount do you? If I had 1 I could likely machine a few sets.
From the portion of the rack you cut, you don't by chance have an additional mount do you? If I had 1 I could likely machine a few sets.
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I've seen both of those. The mount system on yours looks pretty darn good. That's not something I can easily replicate. The tubing is a piece of cake.
From the portion of the rack you cut, you don't by chance have an additional mount do you? If I had 1 I could likely machine a few sets.
From the portion of the rack you cut, you don't by chance have an additional mount do you? If I had 1 I could likely machine a few sets.
Google "Mike Horn G Wagon". There are much better photos of the rack.
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The roof rack is a LeTech roof rack, which is now the factory roof rack that comes on the Professional G outside of the US. I have a shipping container coming in the next month or so that will have several of the correct size roof racks to fit the 4x4² with the carbon visor, will also have some of the standard length ones for regular G's as well.
It is a bummer that this one was cut but it does give good sunroof access in case you need to stick your head out of the sunroof.
It is a bummer that this one was cut but it does give good sunroof access in case you need to stick your head out of the sunroof.
Last edited by Las Vegas G; 07-14-2017 at 10:02 PM.
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Here is a pic from my shop a couple weeks ago when I had a set of the 6x6 wheels just about ready to ship, and also a LeTech roof rack ready to ship in the background. I am THE vendor that can truly get all of the correct G parts here in the US.
Last edited by Las Vegas G; 07-14-2017 at 10:02 PM.
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This appears to be an outside of USA spec vehicle, the stainless fuel tank protection plate has the 8 empty holes were the bumper was mounted. Totally different from the US model.
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I am still waiting for final pricing on this rack.
I can tell you that the cost for the full size rack for the standard G is in the $5k to $6k range, variables like exchange rate and shipping cost will determine actual price.
Hopefully the cost of the one to fit with the visor will be within the same ranger hopefully less expensive. Really the only different parts between the two are the side structures and a panel or two.
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Looks great. Lucky you could find parking.
I passed on a 4X4 because there is absolutely nowhere to park it near me. I live in Tribeca and it could not fit in my building's garage or any garages near me.
I passed on a 4X4 because there is absolutely nowhere to park it near me. I live in Tribeca and it could not fit in my building's garage or any garages near me.
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#25
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OEM 6x6 Wheels finally arrived!
Should be mounted tomorrow, and the Satellite should be finished as well.
Pics of the completed project soon!
Should be mounted tomorrow, and the Satellite should be finished as well.
Pics of the completed project soon!