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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
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General Discussion Forum
11-29-2023, 04:07 AM
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Sprinter Brakes and Rotors?
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988
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Labor rate.....plays a significant role
The reason that the Mercedes dealership is so expensive is because they are charging $235 per hour and my independent mechanic is charging $115 per hour.
Other than that, it's all parts. All...
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General Discussion Forum
11-29-2023, 01:29 AM
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Sprinter Brakes and Rotors?
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
No cheap wheels anymore.... vehicles are Very expensive
If you think $2,000 is a lot for a brake job on a Mercedes Benz Sprinter,
then how does the dealership justify $1,560 for a complete oil change which doesn't include the transmission fluid change. ...
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General Discussion Forum
11-28-2023, 09:34 PM
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Sprinter Brakes and Rotors?
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988
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
48,000, huh ...all depends on how and where you drive
Congratulations on being to do this yourself, not everyone can do that. Everything is easy when you know what to do..
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General Discussion Forum
11-26-2023, 05:06 PM
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2000 American Cruiser RE2000X value/review
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1,138
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Does it have a generator? Check the number of...
Does it have a generator? Check the number of hours because it should have 2 hours per month times the number of years , 24 years times 24 ( 12 times 2)... would equal 576...
Why is this...
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General Discussion Forum
11-26-2023, 04:51 PM
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Sprinter Brakes and Rotors?
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988
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Agree 💯 percent.... replace everything at once
You're absolutely correct, my advice is to replace the brake pads and install brand new rotors. This is a $2,000 brake job, front and rear.
All depends on how you use your vehicle. I have...
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Fuel Economy
11-06-2023, 02:44 PM
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Question about expected gas mileage
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2,094
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Did you really mean to say that you have a 2004 Pleasure Way?
In 2014 , the Mercedes Benz Sprinter didn't offer the 2.7 FIVE cylinder engine and went to the SIX cylinder 3.0 engine, model number OM642.
The mileage in the SIX is 18 MPG with the dual rear...
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Fuel Economy
11-05-2023, 03:54 PM
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Question about expected gas mileage
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Doesn't matter, does it....
There's so many factors that that affect MPG besides the engine..... that decreases mileage....
Higher speed, winds, mountains, and local traffic.
Remember, over time, fuel is the most...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-24-2023, 05:08 PM
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Replacing house batts? 2008 RT Popular
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
If I were you I'd forget lithium batteries and...
If I were you I'd forget lithium batteries and just get two sealed AGM batteries...Full River makes an excellent product. They will cost you around $400 each and probably last 4 to 5 years.....
...
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General Discussion Forum
09-21-2023, 03:53 PM
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How often do I need to run generator
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Exactly correct, on average 2 hours per month
It's in the owners manual and I've talked personally with the people at the Cummins Onan service center.
Two hours per month, on gas or propane....
Also, get your generator serviced once a...
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General Discussion Forum
09-14-2023, 03:55 PM
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Backup camera/third eye
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
YES, see picture of my camera..... If you...
YES, see picture of my camera.....
If you get this installed once, you'll probably not have to replace it.
Rhydeen Mobile Electronics
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General Discussion Forum
09-07-2023, 07:20 PM
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2007 Agile couch
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286
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Len, here's where we roll up and store the mattress topper
See picture.
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General Discussion Forum
09-07-2023, 04:18 PM
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2007 Agile couch
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286
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
I'm going to make your life much easier
Go buy a queen mattress topper, cut off the fabric that goes under the mattress....then, pin your sheets to the mattress topper and roll it up and stash it in a closet....
My wife figured this out...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-07-2023, 03:50 PM
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Onan QG 2800i Safety Recall - DIY?
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Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Drive the 100 miles.
Drive the 100 miles.
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General Discussion Forum
09-03-2023, 10:17 PM
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New Tires and Shocks recommendations please
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1,598
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Maybe Costco, if you are lucky....
I have a 2012 Roadtrek RS Adventurous.... and it has dual rear wheels with valve extensions.
Costco can't deal with valve extensions.....I don't know if they are fine with dual rear wheels,...
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General Discussion Forum
09-03-2023, 03:56 PM
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New Tires and Shocks recommendations please
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
There's no argument about choosing Michelin...
There's no argument about choosing Michelin Agilles tires, they are great. I've read on other forums that some people chose Cooper Tires as a lower cost alternative.
I have Michelin on my van...
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General Discussion Forum
08-20-2023, 04:21 PM
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2008 roadtrek chevy 190 rusted frame
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921
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Yes, do you see how fast I answered your...
Yes, do you see how fast I answered your question?
You can fix a lot of things, but, once your chassis has become compromised, it's too late. Reminds me of cars I've seen destroyed in Michigan. ...
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General Discussion Forum
07-27-2023, 04:36 PM
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Roadtrek SS Aglie owners: Need a question answered
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657
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Don't replace the coffee maker
Listen, I know you're going to laugh.... but, we carry Mt. Hagen Instant Coffee whenever we travel in the RV....
You actually wouldn't believe, but, I suggest you try it....
I didn't know how...
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General Discussion Forum
07-23-2023, 03:20 PM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Oh, I see you are the arbiter of Everything correct?
Facts can be very inconvenient.
The Subaru Outback has a 8.7 inch ground clearance while the Sprinter vans you mentioned have an 8.1 inch clearance. As an additional point of information the...
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General Discussion Forum
07-22-2023, 03:49 PM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Not completely true....
If you've ever been to the "Chicago Stump" in Sequoia National Park you'll know that your van wouldn't be able to go there. The road leading to this destination is a washed out unmaintained road...
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General Discussion Forum
07-22-2023, 03:27 PM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
What makes you think that???
We've gone over 43,000 miles in our rig with plenty of adventures, twice across the USA on one 11,000 miles trip.
Like I said before, every trip is unique.
Sometimes, you need a specific...
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General Discussion Forum
07-22-2023, 01:38 AM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Freedom and adventure is what you make of IT
Well, you saw a picture of my van right?
We absolutely love traveling, but, the car is so much more athletic.....I mean it can literally go anywhere and you can't imagine how much flexibility we...
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General Discussion Forum
07-21-2023, 06:44 PM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
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Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
If I were just interested in TOURING, I'd rather...
If I were just interested in TOURING, I'd rather drive my car and stay in HOTELS. We do plenty of that driving across the USA every year..... Yeah, I've taken the van twice.... but, actually,...
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General Discussion Forum
07-21-2023, 05:52 PM
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How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Resale value
It's nice to have options.... we've done plenty of touring....
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General Discussion Forum
07-21-2023, 04:50 PM
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53
How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Hey, I see you wrote this in an earlier...
Hey, I see you wrote this in an earlier reply.....
I completely agree with you percent.
So, you probably have an awning.....or something...
The question of how does one deal with "no...
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General Discussion Forum
07-21-2023, 04:00 PM
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53
How important is "stealth mode" to you?
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3,680
Posted By
Roadtrek Adventuous RS1
Might as well be home.....
That's it...go inside? Seriously?
The whole point of going camping is to have some outdoor experiences....the camper is too small just to be cooped up inside....
That's why we don't camp in...
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