Any suggestions for protecting the rear bumper? My kids use it as a step when climbing into the rear and it gets banged when loading stuff so the paint is beginning to take a beating. Are there any OEM or aftermarket solutions? I'm thinking of something like the stainless steel or chrome sill covers discussed elsewhere on the forum, but in rubber or plastic since metal could get slippery and could or be easily dented. I'm also open to DIY solutions - perhaps something that can be brushed or sprayed on or a peel-and-stick rubber sheet material.
Rear bumper protection
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I had mine Rhino Lined. I posted a picture under the Great Metris Photo Gallery.
I am real happy with the way it turned out. Great grip when stepped on, great protection, and looks like a factory install. Cost me $150 but it was worth it.
Take a look at it and tell me what you think.
I am real happy with the way it turned out. Great grip when stepped on, great protection, and looks like a factory install. Cost me $150 but it was worth it.
Take a look at it and tell me what you think.
I ordered mine from Recro Garage. It looks good--like it should have always been there! It comes in chrome or brushed steel. I got the chrome version. I had the body shop install it because it was beyond my skill level and I didn't want to mess it or the bumper up. I needed it because the dogs jump in and out the back and would have scratched up the bumper.
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Metris Raer Bumper Sill Cover
Thanks for the referral to Recro Garage. I am ordering a black rear bumper sill cover.
Thanks for the referral to Recro Garage. I am ordering a black rear bumper sill cover.
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I bought mine on Ebay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...-STEEL-2016-/152725332919?hash=item238f23a3b7
It works like a charm. Even my dealer was impressed. Just make sure you have it clean and alcohol swabbed for the adhesive to work as it should.
They also have a cover for the interior plastic trim that I should get-just in front of the sill).
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...-STEEL-2016-/152725332919?hash=item238f23a3b7
It works like a charm. Even my dealer was impressed. Just make sure you have it clean and alcohol swabbed for the adhesive to work as it should.
They also have a cover for the interior plastic trim that I should get-just in front of the sill).
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Does yours look really chrome like this one? I bought mine from ebay too but it has more like a brushed steel finish. I like yours better
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@DerDichter,
Yes, it looks like chrome/polished steel. I think they make a brushed finish, too.
yes, here it is:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...349164?hash=item238f23e32c:g:29cAAOSwD1xZ0Q3f
This is what I think I should get next.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...392991?hash=item238f248e5f:g:AZgAAOSwjFVZ0RM1
Oh yes, and a nice dash kit in Elm wood Burl.....
Any suggestions?
Bob
Yes, it looks like chrome/polished steel. I think they make a brushed finish, too.
yes, here it is:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...349164?hash=item238f23e32c:g:29cAAOSwD1xZ0Q3f
This is what I think I should get next.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-M...392991?hash=item238f248e5f:g:AZgAAOSwjFVZ0RM1
Oh yes, and a nice dash kit in Elm wood Burl.....
Any suggestions?
Bob
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Go with Zebrano. It's more traditional.
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Thanks I think I ordered the Chrome but got the brusehd one, I didn't realize it until I installed it (I thought it had a protective film) I would probalby change it later but I'll wait a bit. I looks better but probably scratches easier...
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Ouch,
Unfortunately, that part doesn't cover the area you show. It is area just under the door where you step on the bumper to get in.
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Unfortunately, that part doesn't cover the area you show. It is area just under the door where you step on the bumper to get in.
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Now, I wish I could find a protector for the lower part of the cargo door.
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The best protection for a bumper is to not use it as a battering Ram 
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