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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-30-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,241
Posted By gmillerok1
I'm sorry I can't seem to find the link. Been too...

I'm sorry I can't seem to find the link. Been too long.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-30-2021, 10:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 986
Posted By gmillerok1
Sorry, all the Kanaflex is gone.

Sorry, all the Kanaflex is gone.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-27-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,241
Posted By gmillerok1
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-27-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,241
Posted By gmillerok1
Faucet that wont turn on when the cover is down

I bought this faucet and had it shipped all the way from China to resolve the issue in my 2011 Interstate and other models with the round sink that turns on the water if the handle is in the up...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-04-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 609
Posted By gmillerok1
Yes, there is. It is located in the overhead...

Yes, there is. It is located in the overhead compartment. There will be a tangle of wires there. Pull them out gently, and you will find a black square box with a fuse in it as well as the RCA yellow...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-04-2020, 08:17 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,019
Posted By gmillerok1
Try using a lubricant, such as Dawn detergent on...

Try using a lubricant, such as Dawn detergent on the inside of the hose, as well as a hair dryer to soften. That worked for me when I replaced the OEM hose with Kanaflex (presuming you have the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-03-2020, 08:56 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,019
Posted By gmillerok1
If anyone needs a replacement hose, I have some...

If anyone needs a replacement hose, I have some Kanaflex .75 i.d. 1" o.d. hose that is superior to the OEM hose and fits the reel. I replaced my OEM hose long ago, but had to buy a roll of 100'. I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-29-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 986
Posted By gmillerok1
Kanaflex Flexible PVC Heavy Duty Water Suction and Discharge Hose, Clear, 0.75" Hose

I have a reel of Kanaflex hose that will fit the reel on the Interstate. It is the same diameter as the OEM hose and is specifically made for this use. I bought 100' of it and used about 20' to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-29-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,670
Posted By gmillerok1
The method Airstream uses has not changed since I...

The method Airstream uses has not changed since I bought my 2011 Interstate. One of the first things I did was cut off 3' off the end to keep it from bogging down. But the problem doesn't end there...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-28-2019, 08:24 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,689
Posted By gmillerok1
Thor bought Hymer. Need I say more?

Thor bought Hymer. Need I say more?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-27-2019, 09:34 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,689
Posted By gmillerok1
It took me about two weeks to sell my Interstate...

It took me about two weeks to sell my Interstate on RVTrader.com if that helps. Also, there is a Facebook page “Leisure Vans for sale” that may be helpful. You won’t have a problem selling a LTV as...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-26-2019, 08:39 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,689
Posted By gmillerok1
Good choice. I owned 2 Class B's on the Sprinter...

Good choice. I owned 2 Class B's on the Sprinter platform over the last 12 years. The first was a Roadtrek Adventurous (fortunately made before the recession by the original owners with only a single...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-15-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 954
Posted By gmillerok1
In my 2011 Interstate, one of the first things I...

In my 2011 Interstate, one of the first things I did was fix that fiasco. I removed the closeouts first (looking at the door from the inside, that's the top, right-hand, and lower pieces that close...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-23-2019, 01:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,169
Posted By gmillerok1
I had the same issue with my 2011. The bolt on...

I had the same issue with my 2011. The bolt on that bus under the floor up front to the BIM was not tight so no charge was getting to the house batteries. If you haven't checked that, you need to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-19-2019, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,419
Posted By gmillerok1
Going on a winter trip? I would not...

Going on a winter trip?

I would not recommended VHB tape as it adds a bit of insulation between the heating pad and the tank. These heaters don’t get that warm so it would likely degrade the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-10-2019, 04:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,182
Posted By gmillerok1
There is a trick to keep the 3" hose from...

There is a trick to keep the 3" hose from leaking. The Flojet has a small "rib" on the inlet side next to the pump housing. Be sure to NOT push the hose over this rib as it will leak.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-10-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,182
Posted By gmillerok1
I replaced the Flojet macerator pump on my (since...

I replaced the Flojet macerator pump on my (since sold) 2011 three times in 7 years. A point of failure are the bolts that hold it together. Why do they fail? After talking with a Flojet customer...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-06-2019, 09:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 14,399
Posted By gmillerok1
Is the fan annoying to hear all the time? How...

Is the fan annoying to hear all the time? How loud is it? I found a review by a guy who returned the Owl for several reasons. One was the fan which he found too loud and annoying. The second is that...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-06-2019, 09:46 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 14,399
Posted By gmillerok1
It seems like this...

It seems like this (https://www.rearviewsafety.com/hd-360-camera-system-with-built-in-dvr-rvs-77555.html) or something else from the same company would do the trick if you needed something more.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-04-2019, 02:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 14,399
Posted By gmillerok1
Why would you need anything more. It's easy to...

Why would you need anything more. It's easy to self-install, keeps a running record for two weeks off site, and has a remote alert system. I think this is even better than a Drone Alarm and much...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-04-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,009
Posted By gmillerok1
I just remembered I didn't use the flexible hose...

I just remembered I didn't use the flexible hose that AS used on that adapter to the tank. Go back to my original post...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-04-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,009
Posted By gmillerok1
As the guy who thought of this, the 2013...

As the guy who thought of this, the 2013 modification should be no different from the 2011 model I did the modification on. You basically just take the green 3 to 3.5" AS hand made and rather crude...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-18-2019, 09:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,079
Posted By gmillerok1
Actually, lithiums like to be stored at less than...

Actually, lithiums like to be stored at less than full charge, so that may actually be a good thing anyway.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-18-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,079
Posted By gmillerok1
That's a good recommendation. I prefer the Redarc...

That's a good recommendation. I prefer the Redarc for size and ease of use, however, it is limited to 40 amps. I understand Redarc is coming out with a new higher amp model.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-18-2019, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,079
Posted By gmillerok1
The only possible issue with the Chargemate is...

The only possible issue with the Chargemate is that it is not designed for lithiums. It will work, yes, but will not fully charge the lithium bank. In addition, the Chargemate manual explicitly warns...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-23-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,896
Posted By gmillerok1
No easy cure (I know, I repaired and replaced...

No easy cure (I know, I repaired and replaced many of these panels on my Interstate before I sold it).


The trick is to carefully pull the entire panel underneath (they used snap on and will pop...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-23-2019, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,343
Posted By gmillerok1
Congratulation on purchasing the vehicle that...

Congratulation on purchasing the vehicle that probably launched a recall campaign!


To answer your question, you will not be able to replace just that assembly unless you find a surplus window...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-15-2019, 08:43 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,896
Posted By gmillerok1
They replaced all the panels including the chrome...

They replaced all the panels including the chrome trim except the bumpers for me, provided I installed them, under warranty.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-12-2019, 09:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,882
Posted By gmillerok1
To sell a RV, it just takes a few things: 1....

To sell a RV, it just takes a few things:

1. Product. Is it something you would buy? If not, make it that way and be sure to let the buyer know the good and bad, and that you are being honest. Let...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-11-2019, 09:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,730
Posted By gmillerok1
I'm in Oklahoma, and had to keep my Interstate...

I'm in Oklahoma, and had to keep my Interstate outside before I sold it. Last year an EF0 dropped down on one side, took out a tree about 50 yards away, went back up and came down on the other side...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-10-2019, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,882
Posted By gmillerok1
Sold my 2011 Interstate on RVTrader in a week. I...

Sold my 2011 Interstate on RVTrader in a week. I had quite a few respond even after I sold it. Worked for me.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-04-2019, 10:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,433
Posted By gmillerok1
It won’t cause any problems. Think rain, but man...

It won’t cause any problems. Think rain, but man made.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-04-2019, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,433
Posted By gmillerok1
I am quite certain that Airstream does not put a...

I am quite certain that Airstream does not put a drain line on the rooftop A/C on any Interstate model, including yours.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-04-2019, 02:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,433
Posted By gmillerok1
Unless Airstream started doing things differently...

Unless Airstream started doing things differently there is no drain line to unclog. The condensate simply drains unto the roof.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-04-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,896
Posted By gmillerok1
I agree. For them to continue to use the same...

I agree. For them to continue to use the same supplier with the same issues is inexcusable.

I do feel somewhat of an expert on this model as I have done about 95% of the warranty work myself, so I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-03-2019, 02:31 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,896
Posted By gmillerok1
Airstream is well aware of this issue at least...

Airstream is well aware of this issue at least going back to 2012, yet they continued to use the same supplier. I know, because in 2012, while getting other issues resolved, I asked them under...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-06-2019, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 955
Posted By gmillerok1
I don't have a newer Interstate but I don't...

I don't have a newer Interstate but I don't believe they have changed the hose size because a 1" ID (1.25" OD) will not fit on the take-up wheel they use (or rather, the hose would not be very...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-04-2019, 04:21 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 43,589
Posted By gmillerok1
One very new player in the 12vdc roof top air is...

One very new player in the 12vdc roof top air is ProAir. They developed and now sell a unit that Coachmen is putting in the Galleria as an option. ProAir will sell this unit to anyone and it is an...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-27-2019, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,413
Posted By gmillerok1
If your Interstate still has the Magnum MS1012...

If your Interstate still has the Magnum MS1012 inverter/charger (I'm pretty sure it does), the unit will draw .5 amps just sitting there, whether the inverter is on or off. This is true for most...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-23-2019, 02:49 PM
Replies: 1,854
Views: 462,142
Posted By gmillerok1
It is not hard to get the trim off. But the VHB...

It is not hard to get the trim off. But the VHB tape that sticks on the panel is very difficult to remove.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-22-2019, 10:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,655
Posted By gmillerok1
Got another one today! That's three so far this...

Got another one today! That's three so far this winter. I always leave at least one trap in the engine and a couple inside.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-22-2019, 09:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,689
Posted By gmillerok1
Since I removed both the OEM solar panel and TV...

Since I removed both the OEM solar panel and TV antenna and replaced both with new 100 watt solar panels, I didn't do either one. After removing the panel and the feet as well as the antenna, I did...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-21-2019, 02:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,287
Posted By gmillerok1
Very interesting how they did it. I would...

Very interesting how they did it.

I would ask them, however, what will protect the alternator from drawing too much current if the battery bank is fully discharged? The Victron ct-li won't. Maybe...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-21-2019, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,633
Posted By gmillerok1
If you switch to lithium, the OEM BIM must be...

If you switch to lithium, the OEM BIM must be removed from the system. If you have a large lithium battery bank (say, 600amps) and the batteries are fully discharged, they will draw as much as the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-21-2019, 01:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,633
Posted By gmillerok1
Yes, but it won't "boost" the voltage to 13.6vdc,...

Yes, but it won't "boost" the voltage to 13.6vdc, which is what lithiums like. For the same cost the Redarc both limits the current to 40 amps and boosts the voltage to the correct voltate lithiums...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-21-2019, 09:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,655
Posted By gmillerok1
Sorry. Guess I should have said "I can't keep...

Sorry. Guess I should have said "I can't keep them out!"
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-20-2019, 10:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,655
Posted By gmillerok1
You can't keep them out. I set traps both...

You can't keep them out.

I set traps both in the engine and inside the chassis and check them often. They can do considerable damage and you have to stay on top of them.

Not to mention they,...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-20-2019, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,633
Posted By gmillerok1
Lithionics are great batteries no doubt, but they...

Lithionics are great batteries no doubt, but they sure are proud of them. For the cost of the GTR 300, you could get 300 amps of Lifeblue's for almost half as much. Or double up the amps for not much...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-20-2019, 09:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,022
Posted By gmillerok1
I looked one over last weekend. It's kind of...

I looked one over last weekend. It's kind of different is all I can say. I wasn't impressed.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-20-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,287
Posted By gmillerok1
Could you upload the orientation video?

Could you upload the orientation video?
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