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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-28-2021, 12:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,233
Posted By Alex AVI
MR B - No, they are not stock. In late 2017, the...

MR B - No, they are not stock. In late 2017, the VB Air and E&P Hydraulic Levelers had to be ordered as separate options for the 2018 AI - not from MB but from AS.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-27-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 14,496
Posted By Alex AVI
3 things: 1. You posted on an over 4 yr old...

3 things:

1. You posted on an over 4 yr old dormant thread.
2. You do not provide any info on your current equipment.
3. What the heck does your question mean?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-27-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,233
Posted By Alex AVI
TITUS - Yes - I got the larger diameter rods...

TITUS - Yes - I got the larger diameter rods (1/2" or maybe 5/8") that are attached to the angle iron brackets on all 4 corners. The middle bolts are not as beefy diameter. I tried again this time...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-27-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,527
Posted By Alex AVI
^^ +1 ^^ Also diagram attached below.

^^ +1 ^^

Also diagram attached below.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-27-2021, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,440
Posted By Alex AVI
MOUNTAINLIFE - Yes, and even if it's setup...

MOUNTAINLIFE - Yes, and even if it's setup correctly, it does not always receive the incoming signal or re-transmit inside the overhead. I had to re-route mine (both transmitters and receiver) when...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-26-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,233
Posted By Alex AVI
MR B - Mine does not move. I did notice between...

MR B - Mine does not move. I did notice between the tank and the crossbars, it has this grey strip (red arrows) similar to double edge 3M tape that AS uses for their plastic body panels & skirting....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-26-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By Alex AVI
AIRFINN - Every MY might be different. So I will...

AIRFINN - Every MY might be different. So I will speak for my own 2018 AI and post a pic. The "small service LED inside the LPG hatch" on my 2018 is just that - service LED similar to the tank valve...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-23-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,489
Posted By Alex AVI
BRONCOWILLY - AIJOE posted the nice pics on this...

BRONCOWILLY - AIJOE posted the nice pics on this thread (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/vancompass-falcon-shocks-224517.html#post2545291)

WACHUKO also has very detailed pics of relocating...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-23-2021, 12:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 763
Posted By Alex AVI
Can't help you with your facilities request. ...

Can't help you with your facilities request.

Trying to see if I can help with the actual problem but you have not posted what model & year your AI is. In my 2018 Lounge, macerator & hose reel have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-23-2021, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,583
Posted By Alex AVI
CAVEMANB - I forgot to say - if you want to make...

CAVEMANB - I forgot to say - if you want to make your temporary workaround a little easier, get one of these ATC Bypass switch assemblies. The fuse stays in the bypass contraption and all you need to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-22-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,583
Posted By Alex AVI
It's exactly what it's doing. It's 'polling' for...

It's exactly what it's doing. It's 'polling' for the A/C either because of a short or wire disconnected. The actual part that does that is the Dometic RVC Interface I mentioned in my prior post. That...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-21-2021, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,130
Posted By Alex AVI
WWWTRACTOR - LiFePO4 starter batteries have...

WWWTRACTOR - LiFePO4 starter batteries have existed for some time now, starting in the PowerSports industry to now supporting automotive applications, in almost all common sizes. IMHO the question is...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-21-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,583
Posted By Alex AVI
CAVEMANB - I think most manuals have the typical...

CAVEMANB - I think most manuals have the typical 'blurb' about leaving everything to professionals as their CYA. Having said that, it would be up to your comfort level - if you are comfortable...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-20-2021, 10:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,583
Posted By Alex AVI
Under normal circumstances, AC & DC power doesn't...

Under normal circumstances, AC & DC power doesn't crossover, so you are right to say that "I don’t think that would have an impact on the DC battery drain". But this isn't a normal circumstance. So...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-20-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
DAVEG - that's good news about powder coat to...

DAVEG - that's good news about powder coat to paint code. The lifting should not be an issue coz it has a built-in locating lug-pin to make it easier to mount your tire (hopefully will rarely be...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-19-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,232
Posted By Alex AVI
There are so many threads about this it's hard to...

There are so many threads about this it's hard to know where to start as a newbie. But I think one of the best I've seen and read in it's entirety is by TINCAMPERS. Their experience is so thoroughly...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-19-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
UNCLE BOB - that concern had been discussed...

UNCLE BOB - that concern had been discussed briefly - i.e. with the Owl Van rack you have to drill a hole on a very visible location of the door which could be an eyesore if you decide to change...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-18-2021, 08:09 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 364,312
Posted By Alex AVI
Cathedral Gorge, NV at 9:16pm - f/2.2 @30secs. ISO-200

Cathedral Gorge, NV at 9:16pm - f/2.2 @30secs. ISO-200

Taken from inside AI passenger side window with ceramic tint having only 20% of visible light transmission.

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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-18-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
UNCLE BOB - You had to ask :lol:

UNCLE BOB - You had to ask :lol:
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-18-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
DAVEG - Not sure you would need to replace the...

DAVEG - Not sure you would need to replace the hinges. I watched the install video (from their website and not from YouTube) and they say the hardware works with standard 180 hinges unless you have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-17-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,538
Posted By Alex AVI
JCL - No worries. You're ok. I'm ok. We're good! ...

JCL - No worries. You're ok. I'm ok. We're good!



KANUSPORT - being a V8 fan, it took awhile for Ford to win me over to the Ecoboost camp. But after owning an early Ecoboost F150 and now have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-17-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
DAVEG - have you seen the Agile Off Road version?...

DAVEG - have you seen the Agile Off Road version? I think it's pretty decent and they too have excellent reputation. It still requires drilling 2 holes but the holes are hidden behind the door...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-17-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
UNCLE BOB - I can confirm for you that on mine,...

UNCLE BOB - I can confirm for you that on mine, they are not identical. Only the outer rear dually is Alcoa alu. The inner duals and spare are OEM MB steel. They have the round holes as you can see...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-17-2021, 02:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,735
Posted By Alex AVI
BAREFTRZ - In case you need these: This is...

BAREFTRZ - In case you need these:

This is one of the recent threads about the AI plastic panels. I have not seen any about the black side mirrors too. <link>...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-17-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
DAVEG - Oh, yes darn it. You are right, I totally...

DAVEG - Oh, yes darn it. You are right, I totally forgot the new ones do not have that feature anymore. I agree, I would not want to punch that new hole then.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 10:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,735
Posted By Alex AVI
WACHUKO - I assumed you were done with it...

WACHUKO - I assumed you were done with it already. Technically very easy (you already knew that) but just a PITA due to how much stuff you gotta remove to get something so simple done.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 10:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,735
Posted By Alex AVI
BAREFTRZ - ask seller for rear undercarriage pics...

BAREFTRZ - ask seller for rear undercarriage pics (like this, from rear bumper looking at gen exhaust) as that would reveal both the air bag & leveling pad.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,420
Posted By Alex AVI
DAVEG - I do not have a 19, I have the EXT...

DAVEG - I do not have a 19, I have the EXT version so it comes with the spare tire carrier underneath. But I fully grasp the need for a spare and also the loss of valuable storage if the spare was...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 02:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,538
Posted By Alex AVI
JCL - yes, I am agreeing with you on everything...

JCL - yes, I am agreeing with you on everything you just said above, except I did not introduce that phrase. I was quoting both you & ROCINANTE. I was only pointing out that when ROCINANTE said...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,538
Posted By Alex AVI
JCL - you are confusing the question/statement -...

JCL - you are confusing the question/statement - the question/statement was "since when does a Ford Transit Ecoboost have a diesel engine?" . The answer to that question is NEVER. The EcoBoost engine...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 01:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,224
Posted By Alex AVI
UNCLE BOB - Exactly ! Also, what might be 3...

UNCLE BOB - Exactly !

Also, what might be 3 bars on my T-Mobile may only be 1 bar on AT&T even if receiving the exact same signal and having the exact same data speed. There's no standard on how...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-16-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,489
Posted By Alex AVI
NO. Only 24 & Atlas have VB Air.

NO. Only 24 & Atlas have VB Air.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,052
Posted By Alex AVI
"With all due respect means" I respectfully do...

"With all due respect means" I respectfully do not agree with you on the one specific point you made, which is these new sensors are "known better sensors". If you want to interpret that as zero...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 14,297
Posted By Alex AVI
BRIAN - I do not have the Kingslim. But I have...

BRIAN - I do not have the Kingslim. But I have the Vantop 12" rearview mirror replacement. I use it to replace my Mini Cooper's rearview mirror with the built front dashcam and add a rear cam to the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2021, 12:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,052
Posted By Alex AVI
With all due respect - I am totally aware these...

With all due respect - I am totally aware these are new designs for the WSS. But no one or even can MB claim these are "known better sensors". The current NCV3 dually community involved in this...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,048
Posted By Alex AVI
UNCLE BOB - YES totally understood. That was a...

UNCLE BOB - YES totally understood. That was a concern for me too. I have always wanted some thing similar to what they offer but for a slightly different purpose - to shelter my roof & A/C from...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-12-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,048
Posted By Alex AVI
"this" was supposed to have the link reference ...

"this" was supposed to have the link reference 'thingy' but I just now see that I did not get it right. Thank you 85MH325 for bailing me out.

UNLCE BOB - Shade RV supposedly makes for Class B....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-11-2021, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,110
Posted By Alex AVI
It is easy to remove if you have the right tools...

It is easy to remove if you have the right tools and do not pull on the panels themselves. I have done exactly this to shorten excess wiring on all 4 of my powershades.

1. Use proper stout trim...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-11-2021, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,048
Posted By Alex AVI
this

this
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-11-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By Alex AVI
Oops, forgot the pic to my previous post above. ...

Oops, forgot the pic to my previous post above.

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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-11-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By Alex AVI
Hi ED. Sorry to hear this. I personally do not...

Hi ED.
Sorry to hear this. I personally do not have an Atlas but I have a friend who has a similar Class B + Winnie and their unit has a better access to that right side panel that has 1 bolt to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-10-2021, 09:56 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,414
Posted By Alex AVI
Yikes, sorry to hear this. I sure harsh winter...

Yikes, sorry to hear this. I sure harsh winter roads probably make it even worse. They do wonders to any car.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-10-2021, 09:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,052
Posted By Alex AVI
I did not do this recall yet. I never plan on...

I did not do this recall yet. I never plan on using the AI to go anywhere in winter where it maybe raining or snowing. And in the very rare occasion that we get caught in rain, we can wait days or...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-10-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,313
Posted By Alex AVI
AI JOE - Thanks for this. Mine is based on a 2017...

AI JOE - Thanks for this. Mine is based on a 2017 Sprinter. I have always thought mine is also level without any of the "rake" ARV talks about. But I am basing that on my visual observation &...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 08:49 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,414
Posted By Alex AVI
This is how 2017 & older looks sitting on the AS...

This is how 2017 & older looks sitting on the AS build line prior to the AI Body kit installation (beltline chrome & body colored plastic and lower body colored plastic skirting, bumpers).

NOTICE:...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 04:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,225
Posted By Alex AVI
Pics Behind the Walls, Ceiling, Floor of the AS Interstate

Pics Behind the Walls, Ceiling, Floor of the AS Interstate

For everyone's enjoyment - A few pics to archive of how the AS Interstate looks without the furniture and mouse fur. It looks kinda ugly...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 02:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,542
Posted By Alex AVI
Wow, I got a TRIFECTA today. Another new...

Wow, I got a TRIFECTA today.
Another new member asking for suggestions -BUT-
It is quite difficult to further help people who are requesting help but do not respond to suggestions given. I have...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,869
Posted By Alex AVI
Another new member asking for assistance -BUT- ...

Another new member asking for assistance -BUT-
It is quite difficult to further help people who are requesting help but do not respond to suggestions given. I have other ideas but have decided to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,448
Posted By Alex AVI
It is quite difficult to further help people who...

It is quite difficult to further help people who are requesting help but do not respond to suggestions given. I have some better Hi-Res pics and an actual verified solution but have decided to not...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-09-2021, 01:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By Alex AVI
I assume (if the 2019 Atlas spec I pulled up is...

I assume (if the 2019 Atlas spec I pulled up is correct) you are running the RV QD 3200 diesel gen with Onan remote display and gen is not being controlled by Firefly?? If so, it seems that unit has...
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