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  1. Owl Vans Expedition Tire Carrier

    For sale Owl Vans Expedition Tire Carrier

    Product info from Owl Vans: The Owl Expedition Tire Carrier is a rear door-mounted spare tire carrier for 2019+ Mercedes Sprinter VS30 vans, including AWD, 4x4, and 2WD models. Constructed from TIG-welded aluminum, it supports up to a 33-inch tire while preserving rear door functionality and...
    $1,300.00
  2. TO

    Rear Door Spare Tire Carrier Options for an NCV3 Sprinter

    Has anyone installed a spare tire carrier on the back doors? And if so can you recommend any brands?
  3. NI

    2016 Mercedes Sprinter Ignition Key and Steering Locked

    Our 2016 MB Sprinter was completely without any engine issues after 10 yrs. It sat in storage for a month and yesterday we were unable to turn the ignition key over or even move the steering wheel, completely locked!! I attempted to put it in gear, as well as applied the parking break on/off...
  4. ssemone

    Airstream Interstate Lithium and Victron 1:1 Upgrade

    Being a previous AIRSTREAM INTERSTATE owner, which used AGM type batteries and the Magnum Inverter/Charger power system in our 2012 9L and our 2016 GT; my buddy who currently owns a 2016 GT, asked me if I could help him with his Interstate's power system, which was basically DOA. He really...
  5. DL

    Low MPG on a Sprinter Class C

    I have been going around and around with my local Mercedes dealer bout my Sprinter Class C. I have put just over 20,000 miles on it and no matter how I drive, how fast or slow I drive or where I drive my average MPG is right around 10. They say everything is in spec and unless I get an error...
  6. RO

    Downsizing From Travel Trailer to Winnebago View or Navion 24V

    Our family have since 2013 been traveling with travel trailers doing 15-30k a year all over the US and Canada. We are currently looking to downsize to the View or Navion 24 V for flexibility since we will have 2 less passengers. Looking specifically at years 2018-2020 pre Covid years too make...
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  7. CA

    DIY Tire Rotation on an 11,000 lb Sprinter 3500XD

    Hello all! Not sure which forum this belongs in, and searching didn't find anything similar. I would like to be able to do my own tire rotations on our Sprinter 3500XD which is weighing in at about 11,000lbs with full build-out. The idea of putting the entire rig up on four jack stands is...
  8. Same Same but different - Pismo Beach

    Same Same but different - Pismo Beach

    Could be that they're both 2013, the last year of this headlight and grill style. On the right is a low roof 144 with the penthouse, on the left is a LWB 170 without a penthouse.
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  9. Siblings - Pismo Beach

    Siblings - Pismo Beach

    Could be that they're both 2013, the last year of this headlight and grill style. On the right is a low roof 144 with the penthouse, on the left is a LWB 170 without a penthouse.
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    • Album: Mercedes Benz Sprinter based Sportsmobiles
  10. 2025 MAD DayCruiser 144 AWD - Freedom 600 Lithium - 4,373 Miles - Stone Grey
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    For sale 2025 MAD DayCruiser 144 AWD - Freedom 600 Lithium - 4,373 Miles - Stone Grey

    Offering this build to the RV community before the auction goes live. For those unfamiliar, Midwest Automotive Designs (MAD) builds what many consider the finest Class B conversions available — factory-quality craftsmanship on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform with full manufacturer warranty...
    $165,000.00
  11. Jim_Martin

    Sumo Springs on an Interstate 19: 3000 lb vs Stock Ride

    My wife has been asking me to improve the suspension on our rig since shortly after we got it. I spent some time looking through forum posts regarding suspension upgrades, and decided to start with Sumo Springs. They are relatively inexpensive and they looked like something I could install...
  12. BU

    Front or Rear Hitch for Spare Tire and E-Bike Rack?

    My "new" 2021 Sunseeker 2400Q (Sprinter 3500) came with a loose spare tire. After undercarriage inspection I decided not to have it winch mounted on the frame behind the rear axle. Now I'm faced with a hitch mounted spare tire carrier, which would then have a bike carrier (2-Lectric 3.0 bikes)...
  13. W3SI

    Downsizing to a Thor Citation 24SR: Sprinter 3500 Chassis Insights Needed

    Greetings all . I am a senior that is down sizing from a Class A to a Class B+. Looking at buying a 2014 Thor Citation 24SR with 55K miles next week and I've been looking at buyers guides and reading the forums about issues and such with the MB Sprinter 3500 chassis. I own a 2014 MB Sprinter...
  14. VN

    Troubleshooting Persistent Rain Light Sensor Communication Error

    Basically the sensor has not worked since I bought it in 2024. So the rain sensing wipers don’t work and the automatic headlamps neither. Code shows up under the Overhead Panel section of my iCarSoft MB3.0 reader, and states ”B38/2 (Rain Light Sensor) Communication error”. I replaced the...
  15. JM

    Affordable Alternatives for Sprinter Oil Changes in Las Vegas

    Where are people going to get the MB sprinter oil changed other than Mercedes Dealership in Las Vegas. Thanks in advance for your response
  16. GW4607

    Choosing Between Sprinter and Transit for Class B RV: Diesel vs Gas, Key Years, and Seating

    I am coming out a Class A RVing after 13 years and over 100,000 miles. Thinking about purchasing a Class B. Just not sure on chassis and power train so I have a few questions on pro and con Sprinter or Ford Transit Connect? Diesel or Gas? What years to stay away from? Would like second row...
  17. SE

    Sprinter Penthouse Top: Maintenance Tips and Manual Operation in Power Loss

    Just got a 2016 Sprinter 2500 with the penthouse. Wondering if there is any maintenance that is required or suggested to keep it running smooth? Also wondering what happens if the power fails- is there a way to manually deploy and stow the top?
  18. Paul_D

    Sprinter 3500 Transmission Shudder on Steep Grades

    Just looking to see how common this is on the Sprinter chassis. I have a Thor FE24 on 2016 Sprinter 3500 chassis. It has 65000 miles on the odometer. Several months ago we were travelling in New Hampshire (state routes, not interstates) and we started to experience two concerning sounds...
  19. TO

    Sprinter 3500XD as Tow Vehicle for a 25FBT

    I have been looking to get a new tow vehicle for our 25FBT, and a strange thought came to me. Why not get a sprinter van to tow with? The high roof 3500XD AWD models boast a payload capacity of around 5000lb or more. Allowing for it to have a minor build out in it and still easily handle the...
  20. SD

    Mercedes sprinter coolant

    What type of coolant do I use or color I my 2021 mercedes sprinter
  21. terryl-iRV2

    Slide problems on '17 Thor Siesta Sprinter

    The single side slide on my RV only moves out about 4" at the front and an inch or less at the back. It stops moving at that point and I haven't tried to force it any further, since it obviously is sliding out crooked. The slide system is a Lippert Dual Motor Synchronous Velocity Slide...
  22. quietglow

    Winterizing?

    This will be our first winter with a Sportmobile (170 Sprinter, SMB West/Field conversion). We're getting our first freezing temps here in Chicago soon, so I just did some searching here and didn't find anything about what people do to winterize their rigs. Field Van has this video: Looks like...
  23. RV

    Towing with a mb sprinter chassis

    The rv i am looking at has an occc (occupant and cargo carrying capacity of around a thousand pounds>. Subtract my weight< water and propane and i am down to three hundred pounds>. Then subtract food and clothing and i have little to spare>. Can i pull a trailer and side by side without...
  24. USMCRET

    Precautions for welding on Sprinter frame

    Does anyone have experience welding on a sprinter frame? If so, what precautions are taken to protect electronics such as ECM and other modules?
  25. CARVAL Motorsports

    2014 Sprinter View Hot Water Bypass Valve

    Searching for a friend,three sets of eyes cannot find the HW tank bypass valve. I am seeing two inlet/outlets tubes, but neither has a valve. Please, any help here and maybe a photo of “the secret location”! Thanks in advance

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