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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-29-2024, 04:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,214
Posted By WeekendBob
Yep, shouldn't be an issue. I took a "scenic"...

Yep, shouldn't be an issue. I took a "scenic" route out of Big Bend National Park called "Old Maverick Road (unpaved)." It was 10 miles. Probably the only annoying thing was the sound of the tires...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-22-2024, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,098
Posted By WeekendBob
I can definitely empathize! My short term and...

I can definitely empathize! My short term and longer term solution below. (granted, I knew clearance was going to be a problem from the start)

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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-01-2024, 08:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,182
Posted By WeekendBob
This is a great Idea Stogieman. On the cold...

This is a great Idea Stogieman.

On the cold weather front (pun intended):
-Do a better job insulating the water pipes. Even with the fresh water tank heater on, my pipes froze because there's no...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-31-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
Yes, Firefly is working well. If you are asking...

Yes, Firefly is working well. If you are asking specifically about the Vegatouch Mira module add-on for mobile blue tooth connectivity to the Firefly that is also working well.

And yes, I did...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-26-2024, 11:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 715
Posted By WeekendBob
It may not have been the previous owner that...

It may not have been the previous owner that installed the Battleborns. Many of the early 2021 Interstates (including mine) came that way from the factory where Airstream installed 2 Battleborns but...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-01-2024, 12:15 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 32,511
Posted By WeekendBob
IMO, if you want 100% confidence on whether or...

IMO, if you want 100% confidence on whether or not lithium batteries were installed, you would have to inspect them. That said, if you want evidence that you “likely” have lithium batteries, then...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-10-2023, 08:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 916
Posted By WeekendBob
In looking at the manual for your 2006 (which you...

In looking at the manual for your 2006 (which you can download from the Airstream website if you don't have one), it appears your GFCI circuit powers 2 outlets, 1 in the galley, and 1 exterior...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-31-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,976
Posted By WeekendBob
I've overnighted on the beach at both Padre...

I've overnighted on the beach at both Padre Island National Seashore (first pic below), and a county park on the north end of South Padre Island (second pic).

Had no issues with either place and...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-04-2023, 06:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,336
Posted By WeekendBob
Can't promise the location on yours would be the...

Can't promise the location on yours would be the same, but on mine, it would be in the overhead storage above the bed, hidden around the corner on the right side.
...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-23-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,958
Posted By WeekendBob
Yep, I've researched them and Aluminess appears...

Yep, I've researched them and Aluminess appears to be the best option. My initial challenge was the added length they add to the rig exceeds the length of my home garage. However, it appears the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-22-2023, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,958
Posted By WeekendBob
Yep, but this I could likely do myself and I...

Yep, but this I could likely do myself and I carry plugs and a compressor for this very reason. I'm contemplating worst case scenario, that a tire shreds or ends up irreparable. I agree with both...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-21-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,958
Posted By WeekendBob
Question about blown tire roadside assistance

As an owner of a newer AI that did not come with a spare tire, I'm curious how Roadside assistance works in a blown tire situation?

I can imagine a few different scenarios after you call your...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-13-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,367
Posted By WeekendBob
You have to contact them directly: fireflyint.com

You have to contact them directly: fireflyint.com
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-19-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,367
Posted By WeekendBob
Yep, recently I’ve been successful just using my...

Yep, recently I’ve been successful just using my fingertips but the first time I had to use a dull knife to slide under the edge and pop it off.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-19-2023, 06:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,473
Posted By WeekendBob
Can confirm, that is the 6 Gauge cable to the...

Can confirm, that is the 6 Gauge cable to the Buck Boost that is causing a parasitic drain.

“But wait, there’s more!”

At the other end of that cable where it attaches to the Buck Boost,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-20-2022, 08:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 655
Posted By WeekendBob
Hi and Welcome! The solar system is a...

Hi and Welcome!

The solar system is a separate charging system; it bypasses both the battery switch and Magnum inverter so neither of those need to turned on for solar charging to work (as long as...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-16-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,401
Posted By WeekendBob
The newer MB batteries are definitely AGM and...

The newer MB batteries are definitely AGM and regardless of what you currently have, AGM is the direction I'd go. The benefits of AGM over lead acid or EFB far outweigh the $30 price difference...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-16-2022, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,079
Posted By WeekendBob
That's a loaded question depending on what all...

That's a loaded question depending on what all you want to power. But if you are simply looking to plug your 30A shore power plug into a generator, then I'd suggest 3,600 watts minimum.

30 amps x...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-15-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By WeekendBob
Did you check the breaker on the generator...

Did you check the breaker on the generator itself? I don't have a picture of it but mine has one on the lower right of the generator facing towards the back of the rig. Mine also has a dedicated...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-10-2022, 01:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,577
Posted By WeekendBob
I previously measured mine at about 3 1/8" of...

I previously measured mine at about 3 1/8" of travel
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-03-2022, 08:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,430
Posted By WeekendBob
Hi Gerdog, it’s been almost a year now and...

Hi Gerdog, it’s been almost a year now and everything is still working like a charm. I know of at least one other person on this forum who followed my lead and completed a similar upgrade a few...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-23-2022, 10:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,426
Posted By WeekendBob
The 2014 manual doesn’t have a wiring diagram...

The 2014 manual doesn’t have a wiring diagram that I could find (or refer to anything under the roadside jump-seat) so all I can do is speculate at this point. But if your exterior and floor outlets...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-23-2022, 03:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,426
Posted By WeekendBob
The GFCI sticker means that the socket is GFCI...

The GFCI sticker means that the socket is GFCI protected, but may not necessarily be a GFCI socket itself. In other words, there is likely an "upstream" GFCI socket that needs to be reset.

A...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-13-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,300
Posted By WeekendBob
Sorry Andy, no one seems to be answering your...

Sorry Andy, no one seems to be answering your question directly. While you are in D, you press the left paddle to downshift, and the right paddle to upshift. Practice on a flat road first and it’s...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-05-2022, 08:11 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,109
Posted By WeekendBob
I’m using the screw on/off, no issues.

I’m using the screw on/off, no issues.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-04-2022, 04:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,109
Posted By WeekendBob
I tucked mine under the drivers seat (next to the...

I tucked mine under the drivers seat (next to the BatteryMinder) and tapped into an ignition hot circuit so it's only on when the ignition is on.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-01-2022, 06:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,577
Posted By WeekendBob
That makes two of us! Unfortunately I...

That makes two of us!

Unfortunately I don’t have a recommendation in Houston. I’ve resigned to doing my own work. On your VB system, do you have the manual fill valves in the engine...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-01-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
I've no idea what you're basing that on but the...

I've no idea what you're basing that on but the Amazon lug nut washers are actually bigger. And yes, they both spin freely until they are tightened.

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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-30-2022, 10:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
Two options I found: 1) Here's a link on...

Two options I found:

1) Here's a link on Amazon to the lug nuts (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079HQJTLK?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details) I purchased.
Note that there are a few reviews...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-29-2022, 02:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
Here are the cab curtains I bought from OMAC USA...

Here are the cab curtains I bought from OMAC USA (https://omacshop.com/collections/mb-sprinter/products/fit-mercedes-sprinter-cab-divider-curtain-campervan-kit-black). You'll note on their website...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-28-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
Sorry, here's the correct links: Magnum inverter...

Sorry, here's the correct links: Magnum inverter / Battery / Smartshunt install (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/magnum-3000w-inverter-upgrade-on-a-2021-interstate-24gt-222751.html)
...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-28-2022, 03:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
Here's a link to my inverter / battery /...

Here's a link to my inverter / battery / smartshunt install....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-28-2022, 08:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,567
Posted By WeekendBob
1 year later in my 2021 AI GT (mods and lessons learned)

So, after having my Interstate for a year, I thought I’d post a list of all the modifications I did to either 1) correct factory shortcomings such as the weak drawer latches and incorrect lithium...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-28-2022, 07:15 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 19,313
Posted By WeekendBob
Agree with the little rubber feet. I put them...

Agree with the little rubber feet. I put them everywhere, including and especially on the bottom of the sink and grill covers.

Other squeak sources:
- Definitely the extendable arm TV brackets,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-18-2022, 09:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,411
Posted By WeekendBob
Yep, will volunteer my experience. On one of my...

Yep, will volunteer my experience. On one of my first trips in the van, before I really understood battery management, Temp was high teens, low 20's. Slept with the furnace and tank heaters on but...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-02-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,586
Posted By WeekendBob
I guess I'll throw my hat into the pro-jack camp....

I guess I'll throw my hat into the pro-jack camp. I appreciate having my jacks because:

1. It's great to pull into a spot where you are going to camp, and instead of dealing with bulky leveling...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-16-2021, 09:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,145
Posted By WeekendBob
Dusting off this thread - has anyone taken their...

Dusting off this thread - has anyone taken their new Atlas or Interstate back to the dealer based on the recall letter mentioned above? If so, please post what exactly was addressed by the dealer.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-16-2021, 08:16 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,374
Posted By WeekendBob
Since this question was never answered,...

Since this question was never answered, Interstates can tow up to 5,000 lbs, with a 500 lb tongue weight. I often tow an aluminum car hauler with a race car to track weekends. Trailer, plus car is...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-22-2021, 08:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,720
Posted By WeekendBob
It’s definitely possible. If you look at my post...

It’s definitely possible. If you look at my post where I recently installed one: ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-21-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,131
Posted By WeekendBob
I downloaded your AI 19 owners manual. Looks...

I downloaded your AI 19 owners manual. Looks like your macerator circuit is NOT on the regular fuse panel but on a separate fused busbar with self resetting circuit breakers (see pic1, yellow...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-16-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,367
Posted By WeekendBob
I recently added the Vegatouch Mira module...

I recently added the Vegatouch Mira module described above, which is the BlueTooth module (~$550). I did not like the idea of having to pay $300 more, plus a monthly fee for their "Eclipse" WiFi...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-16-2021, 12:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,950
Posted By WeekendBob
Actually Bob, I know you've been in these van...

Actually Bob, I know you've been in these van threads for quite awhile and you understand as well as anybody all the shortcomings we've discussed with the newer Interstates. What I'd be very...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-14-2021, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,204
Posted By WeekendBob
The Victron shunt puts out a surprisingly strong...

The Victron shunt puts out a surprisingly strong Bluetooth signal. I originally had mine located under the van, inside the battery compartment and had no issue with signal strength. The main...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-08-2021, 10:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,348
Posted By WeekendBob
I'm sure it's a great piece of kit, but since you...

I'm sure it's a great piece of kit, but since you asked for cons also, I chose NOT to go with the Victron MultiPlus due to it's size.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-30-2021, 08:30 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,720
Posted By WeekendBob
That's a good theory Boxster. Definitely seems...

That's a good theory Boxster. Definitely seems like the PCS is shedding his A/C but in favor of what I don't know.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-30-2021, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,324
Posted By WeekendBob
I also like ProClip and have installed them in...

I also like ProClip and have installed them in all my vehicles as semi-permanent mounts. Ram mounts would be my second choice but lately I've been preferring a clean windscreen.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-16-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,430
Posted By WeekendBob
Mike, as you are trying to sort out where to put...

Mike, as you are trying to sort out where to put your extra batteries, I'm wondering if you can run 2 batteries lengthwise along the RS wall next to the 2nd row seat? Since I don't have a GL, I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-15-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,130
Posted By WeekendBob
My short term solution was to plug a $30 Roku...

My short term solution was to plug a $30 Roku streaming device into the back of the existing TV, and then connect to my phone hotspot for streaming movies.

Longer term I will replace the existing...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-14-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,145
Posted By WeekendBob
Based on my personal experience and what others...

Based on my personal experience and what others have posted, here's what we KNOW is wrong on the initial production lithium packages (generally the first 6 months of production of the 2021s):

1. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-10-2021, 08:28 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 21,908
Posted By WeekendBob
So it's basically a modified Interstate 24GT 4x4....

So it's basically a modified Interstate 24GT 4x4. Stripped down in some cases - 300w of solar instead of 400w, no Firefly system (which is fine), no TVs. Upgraded in others with the roof rack,...
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