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Forum: Sprinter Chassis 05-28-2018, 02:58 PM
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Views: 310,875
Posted By michaelf
^ Another great addition Tim. This just might...

^ Another great addition Tim. This just might inspire me to get the Mini Trail running this summer.
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 02-17-2018, 10:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,839
Posted By michaelf
I may be there. Been gone or busy every weekend...

I may be there. Been gone or busy every weekend for the last month so we'll see how motivated I am. Looks like a great little spot as well.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 09-01-2017, 02:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,867
Posted By michaelf
To get my agreed value (full replacement value at...

To get my agreed value (full replacement value at $1XX,XXX.00) I had to provide all build docs with a final payment invoice from SMB. I know that there's many factors (esp. here in CA) that...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-31-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,867
Posted By michaelf
I live in CA, have other vehicles, and have an...

I live in CA, have other vehicles, and have an agreed value policy. It's expensive, but to me well worth the cost for my '16 4x4 Sprinter.

Beth, it may help to post where you are since policies...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 08-12-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,365
Posted By michaelf
Here's a couple pics. Not sure how useful...

Here's a couple pics. Not sure how useful they'll be. Let me know if you want info on ground clearance.

And of course they look fine on my phone and computer, but in preview mode they're upside...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 07-28-2017, 11:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,365
Posted By michaelf
A bit late to the party but here's the info I...

A bit late to the party but here's the info I have for my month old 144" pebble gray 4x4, no second alternator have the high idle option. I have the ProAir 12V for the kids in the back and the only...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 07-18-2017, 02:37 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 310,875
Posted By michaelf
Tim, this thread is amazing...40+ pages of...

Tim, this thread is amazing...40+ pages of serious knowledge (and growing). VC does do some amazing work. I'll be having them ship down some leaf springs, front shocks, and bump stops at some point...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 07-16-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,254
Posted By michaelf
Thanks for the info. I'll look into the Anderson...

Thanks for the info. I'll look into the Anderson plug and see if I can run some wire to either the engine compartment or under the van to place the plug there for easy access.

Now that I think...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 07-11-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,254
Posted By michaelf
Older thread but I have a questions... ...

Older thread but I have a questions...

Looking at buying the 300P VIAIR. Can I attach the alligator type clips to the jumper terminals in my '16 Sprinter or does it need to be connected straight...
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 06-20-2017, 06:19 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 151,301
Posted By michaelf
Thanks for the ideas Tim and Dave. The heat is...

Thanks for the ideas Tim and Dave. The heat is one of the reasons I'm looking at Shaver Lake area, supposed to be much cooler up in the hills. Any other suggestions?
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 06-20-2017, 02:33 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 151,301
Posted By michaelf
Shakedown cruise suggestions

Looking for some suggestions about where to do the first night in the van. I'm thinking Shaver Lake area since it's close to the factory. Any ideas, spots, and suggestions are welcome.
Pick up is...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 06-14-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,609
Posted By michaelf
Ya got me there :p1: :n5: It actually all...

Ya got me there :p1: :n5:

It actually all worked out for the best since I got the '17 options with the '16 price.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 06-14-2017, 03:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,609
Posted By michaelf
I'll be there next week picking up my 2016 1/2...

I'll be there next week picking up my 2016 1/2 Sprinter (see previous post for more info). You can PM me and we can exchange info. I'll get some pics for ya when I'm there.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 06-07-2017, 02:07 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,609
Posted By michaelf
Not sure if this helps...ordered our 6cyl 4x4...

Not sure if this helps...ordered our 6cyl 4x4 last spring. It was suppose to be a 2017m/y van, it was built over winter and held in SC for a couple months. It was delivered as a 2016 VIN with the...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 05-22-2017, 07:02 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 310,875
Posted By michaelf
^ Thanks Herb. Mine is the most recent post...

^ Thanks Herb. Mine is the most recent post there. Through Tim I was able to contact KC (aka Dawghandler) and get some pics about 2 weeks ago when they were down there. I'd love to make another...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 05-21-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 310,875
Posted By michaelf
Thanks Tim. I'll check with SMB but went ahead...

Thanks Tim. I'll check with SMB but went ahead and got a torque wrench to carry in the van so I can pick up the socket anytime. Plus just got some work done on my Tundra and with all these wheel...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 05-20-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 310,875
Posted By michaelf
Hey Tim, What size socket for the threaded...

Hey Tim,
What size socket for the threaded studs for the lugs? Slowly compiling toolbox items to prep for the van. Thanks.
Michael
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 05-18-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,529
Posted By michaelf
I had the best pretzel I've ever had in Bend. ...

I had the best pretzel I've ever had in Bend. Brother Jon's Alehouse across from Deschutes Brewery. Let me know if you stop by, I'm seriously considering a trip north just for that damn pretzel.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 05-02-2017, 06:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,837
Posted By michaelf
^ To be clear TomH, I never made a reference of...

^ To be clear TomH, I never made a reference of that sort. My OP was snips of the linked articles for the lazy among us.


What I'd give for a Hilux though. :e5:
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-17-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,837
Posted By michaelf
True, no specific mention of Sprinters from the...

True, no specific mention of Sprinters from the articles. I'm wondering what's going to happen with the new plant Mercedes built in SC. Maybe they'll churn out gassers or hybrids.

My 2016 4x4...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-15-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,837
Posted By michaelf
The end of diesel Sprinters...?

Mercedes-Benz undecided if it will sell future U.S. diesels | Reuters (https://www.reuters.com/article/us-autoshow-new-york-daimler-idUSKBN17E2R0?il=0)

Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz USA chief said the...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 04-15-2017, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,086
Posted By michaelf
Only issue I see is that instead of downward...

Only issue I see is that instead of downward force, the hammock will be exerting force away from the body. Let us know how it goes.

I've also been wondering about hanging on the inside from the...
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 04-14-2017, 05:55 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 151,301
Posted By michaelf
My 2016 Sprinter 4x4 build is just starting. ...

My 2016 Sprinter 4x4 build is just starting. Time & distance mean I will only be able to get down to SMBW a couple times. If anyone is there, I'd appreciate a couple pics of the build progress. PM...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-04-2017, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,177
Posted By michaelf
Question Not too sure if this helps but it may be a start....

Not too sure if this helps but it may be a start. On my Tundra I wired the fog lights to either the turn signal or windshield wiper at the steering column. It was 10 years ago so not too sure which...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-31-2017, 09:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,467
Posted By michaelf
This is probably the best grip tape on the market...

This is probably the best grip tape on the market if you go that route. Not sure how flexible it is for that application though.


Vicious GripTape Coarse Grit ...
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