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Old 09-27-2021, 04:30 PM   #1
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Sprinter 144" replacement shocks

Wondering if it's time to proactively consider replacing the shocks on our 144" smb 2014 sprinter w/80k miles?
Agile w/rip kit or Bilstiens?

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A bit more coin, but go with the Agile kit
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Old 10-14-2021, 10:04 AM   #3
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The Agile or Van Compass kits are the best, but going with Bilstein B6 (if you can find 'em) would be a cheaper solution. I went with B4s and the Hellwig anti-sway bar and am pleased with the result on my 2011 SMB hightop 2500.
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Old 10-14-2021, 10:04 AM   #4
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Agile Sprinter RIP

We had the Agile RIP installed on our 2019 Sprinter 4x4 and love it.
With it we got about a 2” lift but it stopped the sway and really improved the overall driving experience
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Old 10-14-2021, 10:31 AM   #5
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The Agile or Van Compass kits are the best, but going with Bilstein B6 (if you can find 'em) would be a cheaper solution. I went with B4s and the Hellwig anti-sway bar and am pleased with the result on my 2011 SMB hightop 2500.
Thanks for the info.
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Old 10-24-2021, 10:13 PM   #6
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I had Agile install the full Rip kit and also changed the strut to the Koni adjustable. Changed out at 15,000 now have 45,000 huge difference and well worth the expense
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I have a 2016 4x4 144.
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Old 11-24-2021, 09:03 AM   #7
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I am going on Week #10 since placing the order with Van compass. For the stage 3 kit. Still no delivery date confirmation.
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Old 11-24-2021, 12:52 PM   #8
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Have you called them? I know when I dropped in in July they were swamped with orders and having some supply issues (isn't everyone?). Mark and Rob are good guys.
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Old 12-01-2021, 02:42 AM   #9
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Was not able to call them directly. But, was able to reach out thru e-mail. Andy responded very quickly. Was not able to get a date or information which front struts will be shipping with my kit. When I placed my order my dealer told me the B4 were on back order. So I asked for the B6 upgrade. Andy would not answer and told me to contact my dealer again.
So still in limbo at the moment.
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Old 05-01-2022, 04:26 PM   #10
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Received the Van Compass stage 3 and have had it all installed for the last month. What a Hugh difference on the road and back roads. Getting blown around on the highway also has disappeared. Very happy with the over all performance. I do wish I had added the mini rear spring pack from Van compass. Could have used a little more lift in the rear.
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