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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-28-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,410
Posted By RoadJager
I agree it is lowering the Airstream standard to...

I agree it is lowering the Airstream standard to meet a market requirement. After all it is a Fiat truck in Ram clothing. This my opinion and is not intended to start a Sleet Storm of commentary. I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-30-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
Our check and warranty revision papers were in...

Our check and warranty revision papers were in the mail yesterday. Done-Deal....thank goodness.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-09-2021, 09:02 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
The AEM was performed in early May21 and paper...

The AEM was performed in early May21 and paper work submitted. I checked with the AEM settlement admin office today. I have not received the check yet and was inquiring what its status was. I got no...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-23-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
I checked yesterday about fund disbursement and...

I checked yesterday about fund disbursement and got a very vague, noncommittal answer. I asked to speak to a supervisor. The representative took my number and was told the supervisor would give me a...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-25-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,661
Posted By RoadJager
Mercedes-Benz to Discontinue Freightliner Sprinter Van

Got an e-mail from my Freightliner dealer stating they will not be repairing them either. In discussion with them they will be servicing Sprinter though, if they are out of warranty. We are being...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-12-2021, 08:49 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
No offense to lawyers, but when anyone especially...

No offense to lawyers, but when anyone especially a lawyer tells me "the check is in the mail" I am a bit skeptical. But then one must remember that 'patience is a virtue." Yeah right.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-18-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
Payment

We had the AEM done on 4/21/21. Legal paperwork turned in a week later. No payment received to date. My one call to the settlement hotline was not very informative as they provide no real answers to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-04-2021, 08:00 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
FINAL UPDATE 6/4/21: Both the Sprinter Dealership...

FINAL UPDATE 6/4/21: Both the Sprinter Dealership and MBNA took the same position in the denial of the responsibility. They indicated that my 2011 Sprinter with 32-33K miles on it "was too old" for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-28-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
5/28/21 UPDATE: I took the Sprinter to...

5/28/21 UPDATE:
I took the Sprinter to FreightLiner to get the #4 glow plug fault verified. They indicated it needed the glow plug. I had Freightliner perform the replacement. I have contacted MBNA...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-01-2021, 02:20 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 53,617
Posted By RoadJager
We brought our 2011 in for its emissions repair...

We brought our 2011 in for its emissions repair on its scheduled date to the Sprinter dealer. They had it for over 7 working days. The details and ordeal were documented but my post got deleted...
Forum: On The Road... 03-15-2021, 08:04 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,432
Posted By RoadJager
We use the KUÄT rack for our e-bikes on our...

We use the KUÄT rack for our e-bikes on our Interstate with no complaints. After the catastrophic failure of our FIAMA awning, I would probably never use one of their products ever again. Just...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-07-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,857
Posted By RoadJager
We have our 2 R&M E-Bikes riding on a KÜAT 2.0....

We have our 2 R&M E-Bikes riding on a KÜAT 2.0. They have a combined weight of 120lbs. We chose this rack because of weight capability, quality of construction, built here in the USA and it has an...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-07-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,778
Posted By RoadJager
https://www.daimler.com/innovation/drive-systems/d...

https://www.daimler.com/innovation/drive-systems/diesel/lodging-usa-settlement-diesel.html

We are waiting for our recall notice. Our Sprinter is a candidate. We have taken it to Freightliner for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-05-2020, 07:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,999
Posted By RoadJager
+1 Bilstein.

+1 Bilstein.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-24-2020, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 923
Posted By RoadJager
MB is required to repair 85% of the vehicles. How...

MB is required to repair 85% of the vehicles. How does that not have "anything to do with the consumer"? Fines to the offender have never benefited the consumers directly. But indirectly they benefit...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-23-2020, 08:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 923
Posted By RoadJager
Emissions Recall, Pending

https://www.cars.com/articles/mercedes-benz-diesel-recall-what-owners-need-to-know-427826/
...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-14-2020, 07:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,114
Posted By RoadJager
If you watched the movie, Fat Greek Wedding, you...

If you watched the movie, Fat Greek Wedding, you would have learned the versatility of Windex. I have found it to be effective in most clean-ups.

Road Jager
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-12-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 363,503
Posted By RoadJager
Leigh & Bettie, We stayed there a few years...

Leigh & Bettie,
We stayed there a few years ago. Is the restaurant still open at Antlers Campground? We had awesome meals there which included fresh catch trout. The setting, right on the river, is...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-03-2020, 07:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,293
Posted By RoadJager
Corrosion/dirt could be the issue. We encountered...

Corrosion/dirt could be the issue. We encountered the same thing and used WD40 to clean and lube the service port. No problem since.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-19-2019, 07:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By RoadJager
Tank Heater Matt Detached

Has anyone had the tank heater matt become detached? One edge, forward of the tank retainer strap, has become detached and I have tried different adhesives to hold it in place with no long term luck....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-07-2019, 07:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,998
Posted By RoadJager
The company I got them from 8-9 years ago has...

The company I got them from 8-9 years ago has merged with another company and are not offering the same quality as they did previously but I have found another company offering the high quality full...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-28-2019, 07:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,998
Posted By RoadJager
Just got back from a 5200 mile, 4 week motor...

Just got back from a 5200 mile, 4 week motor tour. Our seats in our 2011 Sprinter were fine. When we initially purchased our rig in 2011, I put full, non-synthetic, sheepskin seat covers on both the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-20-2019, 09:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,602
Posted By RoadJager
+1 on the Michelin LTX choice. Got rid of the...

+1 on the Michelin LTX choice. Got rid of the Contis at 15k. Had one of the rears loosing air and could not locate leak source after dunk-tanking and dismounting/mounting multiple times. Yes, I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-17-2019, 03:13 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 26,167
Posted By RoadJager
I find it interesting that Thor Industries bought...

I find it interesting that Thor Industries bought the world wide corporation but excluded the North American operations due to issues of Roadtrek mismanagement. That is one way to eliminate the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-30-2019, 08:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 18,035
Posted By RoadJager
The mechanical failure in the gearbox separates...

The mechanical failure in the gearbox separates any connection to the motor thus eliminating any mechanical drag. To eliminate unintended deployment of the awning the best way is to secure the awning...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-26-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 140,393
Posted By RoadJager
In our shop when servicing Mercedes electronic...

In our shop when servicing Mercedes electronic transmissions, fluid and filter, the electrical connector were ALWAYS replaced weather it was leaking or not. If it was not leaking, it was getting...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-31-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,084
Posted By RoadJager
Our lounge has been modified. We keep the rear...

Our lounge has been modified. We keep the rear lounge deployed but do not deploy the jumper seats. We had 2 single foam mattresses made and covered in cloth material. Then took the queen size...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-23-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,524
Posted By RoadJager
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. I'm not a...

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. I'm not a beholder. That is just B-Ugly.
Sorry can't sugar coat it more than that. If you have an extended Sprinter and need this much more room, you need a...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-27-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,228
Posted By RoadJager
No pulling the fuse is not going to remove the...

No pulling the fuse is not going to remove the chance of unintended deployment. It is a mechanical failure in the gearbox of the awning. Secure it in the stowed position with velcro straps before...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-26-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 27,717
Posted By RoadJager
I think more disappointed, especially by the...

I think more disappointed, especially by the number of shortcomings in quality in the AS product. Not so much surprised with the RV industry's reputation for their lack of concern to produce a...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-25-2018, 07:29 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 27,717
Posted By RoadJager
This is not a monetary issue, it is a customer...

This is not a monetary issue, it is a customer satisfaction and most importantly a MAJOR safety issue. If your spouse will not ride in the vehicle it is a domestic tranquility issue also. It is very...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-10-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 18,035
Posted By RoadJager
Good safety precaution and I would suggest this...

Good safety precaution and I would suggest this and any other precaution you can do. BUT what a pain in the butt each time you use the awning. Get the ladder out, climb up the ladder at least twice,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-09-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 18,035
Posted By RoadJager
If you have a Fiama awning you must have the...

If you have a Fiama awning you must have the following: Telesteps ladder or equivalent, large 24''wire ties and/or a full spool of duct tape and a large sharp industrial box knife. I documented our...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-01-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,634
Posted By RoadJager
Just had a follow-up discussion with McGard on...

Just had a follow-up discussion with McGard on replacement wheel nuts for 3500 Sprinter application with aluminum wheels. They do not manufacture the required nuts. At this point, there was no...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-18-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,634
Posted By RoadJager
Just finished talking to McGard. They do not have...

Just finished talking to McGard. They do not have a direct cross reference to the lug nut for Sprinter. They asked for and I have furnished them the M/B P/N but they are unable to determine the lug...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 363,503
Posted By RoadJager
On The Plaza, Las Vegas, New Mexico

The beauty of our Interstates is they fit in conventional parking spaces. We stayed at the Plaza Hotel after being out for 2 weeks. Our view across the plaza also allowed us to check-up on our...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2018, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 363,503
Posted By RoadJager
Apache Creek Campground, Gila National Forest, N.M.

Boondocking in a grove of Ponderosa Pines, by ourselves with 4 Ravens.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-28-2018, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 363,503
Posted By RoadJager
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-16-2018, 07:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,049
Posted By RoadJager
We put ours in the Stowaway. We will never travel...

We put ours in the Stowaway. We will never travel without the telesteps ladder. Bad experience with the awning once was my lesson not to travel without the ladder.
Road Jager
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-29-2017, 07:58 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 17,326
Posted By RoadJager
If you have serious concerns about the Takata...

If you have serious concerns about the Takata airbag and have not received satisfaction from M/B or any other vehicle manufacturer for other vehicles affected by similar recall and want to expedite...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-14-2017, 04:16 PM
Replies: 332
Views: 86,346
Posted By RoadJager
It is also the Airbus A400m Atlas cargo aircraft....

It is also the Airbus A400m Atlas cargo aircraft. This one has a nice butt. Seeing we are doing our Atlas connections I thought I would join in.
Road Jager
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-08-2017, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,693
Posted By RoadJager
Save the money on the OEM wheel. Have this...

Save the money on the OEM wheel. Have this company redo your wheel. He has restored a few of my wheels including an original 1972 BMW 3.0CSL to factory condition. This guy is an artisan. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-29-2017, 07:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,228
Posted By RoadJager
Sorry for the long response on this, but we had...

Sorry for the long response on this, but we had the awning removed for warranty repairs at a local RV service shop. Since having it repaired my wife and I are very skeptical to ever use it again. It...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-11-2017, 07:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,557
Posted By RoadJager
The requirement for frequent fuel filter changes...

The requirement for frequent fuel filter changes stems from Bosch testing. They were having excessive fuel pressure bleed-off issues. It was isolated to the injector pintle having 'large' trenches...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-25-2017, 09:45 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 363,503
Posted By RoadJager
He was not TRYING to be an a**hole, he WAS being...

He was not TRYING to be an a**hole, he WAS being one. OR on the other side of the coin, he was overly concerned about damage to your grill and was protecting it for you.
Aghhh, People.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-18-2017, 07:19 AM
Replies: 1,419
Views: 416,905
Posted By RoadJager
Lew is THE Master of RV electrical generation,...

Lew is THE Master of RV electrical generation, management and storage. An engineer, a craftsmen of materials and installation and just a really NICE guy. Lew has upgraded our I3500. Having the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-07-2017, 08:26 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,228
Posted By RoadJager
While stowing our awning, just before it had...

While stowing our awning, just before it had fully retracted, a snap noise occurred and the awning shot out to a deployed position. It almost hit my wife in the side of her head. We were in Arkansas...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-27-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 1,419
Views: 416,905
Posted By RoadJager
Boxster, Thanks for the link to the next-gen...

Boxster,
Thanks for the link to the next-gen A/C. Quite, efficient, and frees up roof real estate. We could add 1or2 more solar panels to the three we have now.This is a product/technology to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-22-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 18,637
Posted By RoadJager
In discussion with Advanced RV, they have...

In discussion with Advanced RV, they have discontinued installing screen doors on RV's other than their coaches. After talking to a few other retrofitters, they too have discontinued screen door...
Forum: Boondocking 10-14-2016, 05:03 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 19,793
Posted By RoadJager
Mr. E.Tick, There are many of us on this forum...

Mr. E.Tick,
There are many of us on this forum that look forward to Lewsters 'lectures' because his knowledge on this subject are second to none. There are many who attend his seminars at numerous...
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