Forum: Sprinter Chassis
08-09-2015, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 5,209
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
08-09-2015, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 5,209
Re: Sprinter at Fresno Mercedes with cracked block
I did get the dealer to give me $1,000 off the quote but we all know they will find a way to get that back. Kinda like remodeling your house. Get 3 quotes from 3 different contractors...add them all...
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
08-09-2015, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 5,209
Re: Sprinter at Fresno Mercedes with cracked block
I had NO signs anything was wrong, no leaks, no low fluids, no warning lights. The dealer took pictures down the piston and you could clearly see problems with one of the pistons. I am kinda stuck...
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
08-07-2015, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 5,209
Sprinter at Fresno Mercedes with cracked block
I was heading down the 99 last Sunday and my 2004 diesel Sprinter started shaking and running poorly. I managed to make it to Fresno MB dealership and left it there. Could not find a rental car...
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
08-09-2014, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,139
Re: upgraded captain chairs
I wanted to do the same thing to my 2007 Sprinter. Problem is all the electronics, air bag sensor etc. in the seat. You void the warranty and I don't know that the air bags would work. Be...
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Forum: Gadgets and Accessories
05-27-2014, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 9,586
Re: Fishing pole transport and storage?
Lots of options out there. I had my basket/bumper/hitch/rod carrier custom made in Orange County
by American Overland Expedition. https://www.americanoverlandexpedition.com/
All I know is that...
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Forum: Gadgets and Accessories
05-25-2014, 05:52 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 9,586
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Forum: Gadgets and Accessories
05-25-2014, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 9,586
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
04-14-2014, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,267
Re: house batter
I also am a total doofus and mechanically challenged but with help from a friend and a floor jack I was able to switch out 2 4D AGM without causing any permanent damage to my rig or myself. Those...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
03-01-2014, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 8,513
Re: Solar Blvd portable kits
Mike...unfortunately I do not have an exterior plug as shown in your photo. That would make my install a piece of cake. As Greg recommends, I will have to relocate my existing wires to make it easier...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
02-28-2014, 08:02 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 8,513
Re: Solar Blvd portable kits
Alan at SMB got back to me with this response:
Those are just the female ends and most any automotive or RV supply will have the male counter parts. The answer is usually simpler than I make it. I...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
02-28-2014, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 8,513
Re: Solar Blvd portable kits
Thanks for the response. I guess my question at this point would be about the connections shown in the photo. Is there a "technical" name and size reference for these connections so I can be sure to...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
02-28-2014, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 8,513
Re: Solar Blvd portable kits
My Sprinter was prewired for solar with a Blue Sky controller. I have two AGM 4D batteries located under the van and they are not easily accessable. So how can I easily use one of there portable...
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Forum: Member Classifieds
08-22-2013, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,186
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
07-04-2013, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 19,106
Re: Sprinters in the mountains
I just got back from the Sierras, Kaiser Wilderness,(8500 ft elevation) and experienced some slow engagement in first gear on steep slopes. I have a 2007 penthouse Sprinter and have been at high...
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
07-23-2012, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 8,246
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Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications
05-12-2012, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 7,300
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
04-08-2012, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,592
Re: PH top question...
Driving down the fwy at 65 mph with a 2.5" gap would probably not be a good idea. It is supposed to fit snug for a reason.
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis
03-24-2012, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 276
Views: 101,770
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Forum: Campfire
03-18-2012, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,725
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Forum: Campfire
03-18-2012, 07:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,725
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
12-16-2011, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,207
Re: California State Park Closure list
It all goes back to the idiots in Sacramento that run our state. All the money from State Parks go into the "general fund" and are most likely spent on stupid earmark projects. If they would do the...
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Forum: Welcome Mat
10-23-2011, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,750
Re: Newbie needs help in decision making
I have a 2007 sprinter and love the thing. Never had a major problem that was not covered by the warranty but oil changes do run about $350 as it is synthetic oil. (7500 miles reccomended) My...
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
10-23-2011, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 10,556
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
10-22-2011, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 10,556
Re: Saw a new Nissan Van
Saw the Nissan conversion at the Pomona CA RV show yesterday. Got to admit it is the ugliest thing I have ever seen. What are they thinking? Seemed way smaller inside than either the Fords or...
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