Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 


Showing results 1 to 25 of 191
Search took 0.02 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Pritikin
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 02-25-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,912
Posted By Pritikin
I admit I'm sometimes one of those vans at...

I admit I'm sometimes one of those vans at Eldora. I'm conflicted about it but we only have two vehicles and it makes more sense for my wife to have the small car in town.

Its easier to justify...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 01-31-2022, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,912
Posted By Pritikin
That looks like it. Thanks. I didn’t think...

That looks like it. Thanks.

I didn’t think anybody did pop-tops on the high roof so this is good to know about. I mean, if you don’t mind crawling down an 8.5’ ladder to go pee. :) We love having...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 01-31-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,912
Posted By Pritikin
Anybody recognize this pop-top on a high roof?

I saw this at winter park the other day. (My van is the tan pop-top in the background).
I don't think I've ever seen a pop-top on a high roof and couldn't see any logos on this. Any clue what we're...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 03-31-2021, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,955
Posted By Pritikin
I just completed installation of an owl tire...

I just completed installation of an owl tire carrier and the b2 w/ large storage box.

My very initial impression is that I’m worried by how much the rear door kinda ‘shudders’ when closing it. We...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 03-16-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,368
Posted By Pritikin
I second the Falken Wildpeak recommendation. I'm...

I second the Falken Wildpeak recommendation. I'm using LT245 / 75R16 on the stock wheels.

(Aftermarket wheels look better of course... )
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-05-2020, 02:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,462
Posted By Pritikin
Thanks much!

Thanks much!
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-02-2020, 09:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,462
Posted By Pritikin
COkid, could you tell me how high the ladder...

COkid, could you tell me how high the ladder extends up from the hinges?

Owlvans only supplies the ladder for the high roof. I'm assuming the hinges are all in the same place and that my only...
Forum: Campfire 06-11-2020, 04:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,622
Posted By Pritikin
I've owned a Ford RB and now a Sprinter. I'd...

I've owned a Ford RB and now a Sprinter.

I'd suggest considering the upgraded size of the Sprinter or going to a EB considering that amount of chaos, I mean family, in the vehicle.

The...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 03-31-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By Pritikin
2008 E350 Turbo Diesel 4x4 van Camper - $42000 (Boulder)

https://boulder.craigslist.org/cto/d/boulder-2008-e350-turbo-diesel-4x4-van/7101305245.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00k0k_gsQq7KaUGbi_600x450.jpg

No relation. It lives a few blocks from...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 12-24-2019, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,022
Posted By Pritikin
Roads were dry and cold (-4F) the day before so I...

Roads were dry and cold (-4F) the day before so I think any moisture came from the heater - although we can’t say that that is why it stuck of course.

I’m worried about glazing but think we got...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 12-23-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,022
Posted By Pritikin
So the followup question: What would you do now? ...

So the followup question: What would you do now?

The cable is exposed until about where the exhaust is. Then it goes into a housing. What about WD40 or rubbing alcohol or (something?) to try and...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 12-23-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,022
Posted By Pritikin
Parking Brake Fails to Release (Espar to blame?)

Happy Holidays all. I've a "click and clack" puzzle for you thats impacting our winter road trip...

What happened: Drove out of Colorado to New Mexico in -4F temps on Dec 18th. Camped for 3 nights...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 01-14-2019, 09:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,738
Posted By Pritikin
I bothered to 'thank' simply to remind myself why...

I bothered to 'thank' simply to remind myself why i never do that. Yes! a "quick thank" known as a "like" would be good.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 12-14-2018, 01:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,469
Posted By Pritikin
re power: The usb ports we have near the...

re power:

The usb ports we have near the couch/galley are installed facing out into the room; so they would be easy to access. I hate them because when they're in use it means the cord is easy to...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-10-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,638
Posted By Pritikin
This brings back memories of my sad and totaled....

This brings back memories of my sad and totaled. My feels go out to whomever.

The left rear wheel is flat. I wonder if that was the cause of the roll or a result of it. Recall in my case thats the...
Forum: Towing and Toys 11-14-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 38,330
Posted By Pritikin
We miss our old van. A sprinter just isn't the...

We miss our old van. A sprinter just isn't the same -- despite being well mannered on the road etc. We've even talked about going back (which basically just means I get to read the classifieds...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-24-2018, 06:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,399
Posted By Pritikin
While I don't have a fancy onboard ARB compressor...

While I don't have a fancy onboard ARB compressor or anything -- but I did purchase one of those 12v compressors that are rated sufficiently to (slowly) pump up my tires if needed.

I've only used...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 10-04-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,816
Posted By Pritikin
Great trip report. Clearly you were driving...

Great trip report.

Clearly you were driving too fast. Perhaps only 3.5mph next time? :d5:
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 10-03-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,555
Posted By Pritikin
re: > And lately all the power on the...

re:
> And lately all the power on the passenger side of the van was dropping enabling me to raise or lower the top at times or use other electrical items.

Not sure if this applies to you but......
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 10-03-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,360
Posted By Pritikin
I've had both a manual SMB top and a fancy new...

I've had both a manual SMB top and a fancy new CCV top. I think a manual is "better" from a longevity/simplicity perspective. And a pain-in-the-butt/back from a use perspective.

Which is the...
Forum: Campfire 09-27-2018, 09:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,986
Posted By Pritikin
Re: the comments about taking time to setup a...

Re: the comments about taking time to setup a camera

In the video he explains the initial firefighting efforts occurred before he setup a camera. So his priorities were in the right order. Recall...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-20-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,061
Posted By Pritikin
"I feel" is the important point here. The only...

"I feel" is the important point here. The only thing that matters is how you feel about it.

I was totally happy with my 5.4L because it got the job done here in CO over plenty of mountain passes....
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-19-2018, 02:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,281
Posted By Pritikin
I know we were lucky but ... when we discovered a...

I know we were lucky but ... when we discovered a need for a 4x4 sprinter to convert we started searching for one on a lot. And found one fairly quickly. So it is possible.

(In our case we missed...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-12-2018, 02:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,722
Posted By Pritikin
What I'm hearing here is that i should just dip...

What I'm hearing here is that i should just dip my wallet in kerosine and start upgrading the tires, wheels, suspension, and armor. Oh, and probably should "learn how to drive the Sprinter's traction...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-10-2018, 08:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,722
Posted By Pritikin
I was in an e250 quigley. Now 4x4sprinter. ...

I was in an e250 quigley. Now 4x4sprinter.

MSD is correct although I’d go even further. Much nicer on the road — much worse off the road. (I admit I decided to run the stock tires down a bit...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 191

 
Forum Jump
Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sportsmobile SIP or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 11:51 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.