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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-19-2017, 03:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,611
Posted By Laidback1
Advice on Selling Interstate

Folks,

It's time to sell our 2015 Interstate EXT. We are the original owner and do not plan on replacing it with anything in the near future. It has 8600 miles on it.

What's the best way to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-01-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,673
Posted By Laidback1
OP here. Starter battery WAS dead and would...

OP here.

Starter battery WAS dead and would not accept a charge. New battery and issue resolved. New problem:
Unit has been plugged in but cannot get any of the lights in the Coach to turn on....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-18-2017, 08:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,673
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, Thanks for your sharing your experience....

Folks,
Thanks for your sharing your experience.

Sounds like I need to check a couple of things. The battery was dead and I charged it. That's when I discovered that the ignition was locked. ...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-17-2017, 08:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,673
Posted By Laidback1
Ignition Locked

Cannot start the Interstate. Ignition is locked and cannot turn the key. I've manipulated the steering to make sure it's not locking the ignition. Any thoughts on anything else to check?
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-21-2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,586
Posted By Laidback1
Protag, Thanks. That was it. I just wasn't...

Protag,
Thanks. That was it. I just wasn't going far enough because I felt it would break. Must have been over applied


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-21-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,586
Posted By Laidback1
Releasing Parking Brake

Argh. CoachNet folks put on the parking brake before they changed my tire (which is GOOD). What's bad is can't get the parking brake off!!

2015. Simple Lever beside driver's seat. Pushed...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-11-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,794
Posted By Laidback1
260504260505 Forgot to post follow up. ...

260504260505

Forgot to post follow up. Here's 2 pics of the tire. 2015 AI w/6500 miles. Tire was inner duel on driver side. The Coach Net tech said it was a recapped tire. What? Recap on a...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-07-2016, 12:24 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,794
Posted By Laidback1
Dennis, Nope still had the stupid (I can't...

Dennis,
Nope still had the stupid (I can't believe Mercedes Benz put a white plastic valve extender on a $150k+ vehicle) one. My bad for not changing it out. Recommendations for a good one?
Mark...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-22-2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,794
Posted By Laidback1
Oh dang, forgot about CoachNet. Good call...

Oh dang, forgot about CoachNet. Good call Overlander! Also, thanks for the info on what not to do Protag!
Mark


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 03-22-2016, 12:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,794
Posted By Laidback1
Inner Dual Wheel Going Flat

Never owned a dually much less one that weighs as much as an Interstate. Currently parked at House. Is it OK to drive at least 20 miles on just the outer wheel? Closest tire place....


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Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 2,893
Views: 710,861
Posted By Laidback1
Awesome Sunset Sent from my iPad using...

Awesome Sunset


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-01-2015, 12:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,177
Posted By Laidback1
Furnace works and has been needed. Dealership...

Furnace works and has been needed.
Dealership must have broken it in because there we no smells like when you first turn on your house heater for the season. Warms it up fast....
Thanks for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-28-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,177
Posted By Laidback1
Cutting on heater/furnace

Another newbie question. Took delivery of our 2015 AI in August and we did not go thru operating the furnace.
I just want to make sure that I understand how it works.

1) I know that the propane...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-28-2015, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,787
Posted By Laidback1
Thanks for the info. Following up with dealer ...

Thanks for the info. Following up with dealer


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-27-2015, 05:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,787
Posted By Laidback1
I do not have the trailer anymore. Have a 2015...

I do not have the trailer anymore. Have a 2015 Interstate. Why wouldn't Mercedes supply the bracket needed?


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-27-2015, 05:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,787
Posted By Laidback1
Front License Plate??

Texas is one of those states that require a front license plate. Know it's a real stupid newbie question but how in the heck do you attach the plate? There are four star-headed bolts where the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-20-2015, 10:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,895
Posted By Laidback1
Traveling thru West TX after Thanksgiving. ...

Traveling thru West TX after Thanksgiving. Current projected temps for the day we're driving thru is Low 30 and High in the 60's. It looks like based on current projections that it will only be...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-29-2015, 06:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,881
Posted By Laidback1
I keep my 2015 AI plugged into 30amp circuit all...

I keep my 2015 AI plugged into 30amp circuit all the time when not in use. First I've heard of a temperature sensor. Should I not be leaving it plugged in?

Barn is insulated but not climate...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-31-2015, 11:56 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,239
Posted By Laidback1
Great info folks. Thanks! What's your process...

Great info folks. Thanks!
What's your process when you dump the black tank and then put up your AI for the next adventure? Do you use the same treatment in the tank? Add water? add something...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-29-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Grey Water tank... Not sure if it's an...

Grey Water tank...
Not sure if it's an indicator problem or not. The grey water tank seems to be filling up really fast.
This has happened each day on our current trip. Tonight I dumped the black...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-25-2015, 09:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Off on our first AI adventure! We covered 400...

Off on our first AI adventure! We covered 400 miles scooting West on I10. This is a quick trip to S Calif and we won't have much time for exploring. But it will be a great way for us to learn all...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-25-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,448
Posted By Laidback1
Hmmm I'll just have to find the correct dual...

Hmmm
I'll just have to find the correct dual head tire gauge then. The One I have does not have the correct angle needed to work with the slots in the Alcoa wheels

Thanks for the tip on...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-25-2015, 09:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,272
Posted By Laidback1
Sounds like you've got some great travel plans...

Sounds like you've got some great travel plans ahead of you


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-24-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,448
Posted By Laidback1
Tire gauge

Never had dual rear wheels before and having a heck of a time finding a tire gauge that is shaped right to check the psi on the outer tire. Where have you found one that works?

Also, stupid...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-24-2015, 09:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,239
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, Thanks for sharing! I'm going to try an...

Folks,
Thanks for sharing! I'm going to try an enzyme based to see how that works out. Will give status as I learn more about it....


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-24-2015, 06:34 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,239
Posted By Laidback1
What black tank treatment do you use in your AI

Inquiring minds and all......


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-24-2015, 06:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Good info Sent from my iPad using...

Good info


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-22-2015, 02:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Protag, Thanks for the words of wisdom! ...

Protag,
Thanks for the words of wisdom!


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-22-2015, 02:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,523
Posted By Laidback1
Update: got the right person at the Parts Desk...

Update: got the right person at the Parts Desk in closest MB dealership and she said "oh yeah we have those what's yer VIN#.....?"

Picking them up when we drive by next week heading to CA.
...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-20-2015, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By Laidback1
Fuel Filter on 2015 AI

Where the heck is the fuel filter? I pulled out the Mercedes Sprinter manual and they show a small picture under the hood where it explains how to bleed the water from the Separator. Got under hood...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-19-2015, 03:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,523
Posted By Laidback1
Floor Mats?

Picked up 2015 Lounge EXT yesterday and looking for floor mats for front. Airstream dealer says they don't carry them and called two MB dealerships in the area that service the Sprinters and they...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-18-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Took delivery this afternoon. Managed to get...

Took delivery this afternoon. Managed to get video on most of the Airstream functions and system operations. The technician had great knowledge of the Airstream components, limited knowledge of the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-15-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, thanks for the guidance. Looking forward...

Folks, thanks for the guidance. Looking forward to the first trip!


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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-14-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,870
Posted By Laidback1
2015 AI Lounge EXT

Just traded our 27' Flying Cloud for this new AI and take delivery from the dealer on Tuesday. Excited and can't wait to hit the road in it. From San Antonio we are heading to S Calif in two weeks....
Forum: Boondocking 08-13-2015, 05:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,274
Posted By Laidback1
Maggie, Wondering do you put water in your...

Maggie,
Wondering do you put water in your black / gray tanks in your Interstate before you hit the road?




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Forum: Our Community 04-08-2015, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,341
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, Thanks for the info. Great ideas. ...

Folks,
Thanks for the info. Great ideas.
Mark


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Forum: Our Community 04-07-2015, 10:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,341
Posted By Laidback1
Campground Recommendation

Hey Folks,

Looking for ideas of where to take 27' FC for first voyage. We've had it since last August but life has gotten in the way and have not taken out. Criminal I Know!

We live in San...
Forum: Our Community 10-14-2014, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 803
Posted By Laidback1
Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using...

Thanks!


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Forum: Our Community 10-14-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 803
Posted By Laidback1
New Owner questions

Taking our new 2014 FC 27'
ready for Maiden voyage this Thursday. Just plugged the power in for the first time to start cooling down the fridge and charge the batteries.

What temp setting do...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-24-2014, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,957
Posted By Laidback1
Related question: when did AS switch over to 15"...

Related question: when did AS switch over to 15" Marathons? We recently took delivery of 2014 FC 27' and it came with 15's


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Forum: Our Community 08-21-2014, 05:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,144
Posted By Laidback1
Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using...

Thanks!


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Forum: Our Community 08-20-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,144
Posted By Laidback1
Picked Her Up Today!

Home safely with our FC 27' FB Twin. Spent a few hours at the dealership doing walk thru with the service department and getting a few things in the Parts Department. We have so much to learn. ...
Forum: Our Community 08-18-2014, 03:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,763
Posted By Laidback1
Howie, :) Agreed that's why I'm asking...

Howie,

:)

Agreed that's why I'm asking here....

It just surprises me that a dealership that is setting up hitches every day for trailer deliveries does not understand the issue. They're...
Forum: Our Community 08-18-2014, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,763
Posted By Laidback1
Am I expecting too much of the dealership to...

Am I expecting too much of the dealership to understand this? I've spoken with the salesman, parts manager and service manager and they have all said that with the 1 Ton I need the Equal-i-zer E4. ...
Forum: Our Community 08-18-2014, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,763
Posted By Laidback1
Sway Control Hitch Question

Will be towing 2014 FC 27' and my TV is. 1 Ton Dodge diesel. I know the TV will have no problems pulling the AS; however, just want some kind of understanding of hitches before picking it up. My...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 08-17-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,099
Posted By Laidback1
The ill-fated 2015 that was delivered last week...

The ill-fated 2015 that was delivered last week from the factory was grey


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Forum: Our Community 08-13-2014, 10:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,481
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, Worked with the dealership today and my...

Folks,
Worked with the dealership today and my wife and I decided to go with the FC 27' Twin instead of the 30' that was damaged in transit. We are pleased with the deal made and looking forward to...
Forum: Our Community 08-12-2014, 08:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,481
Posted By Laidback1
Folks, Thanks for all the responses! Went to...

Folks,
Thanks for all the responses! Went to the dealership and checked it out. Not just a little "ding". It had a pretty large crease in the rear panel. The dealership was very professional...
Forum: Our Community 08-12-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,481
Posted By Laidback1
New AS Damaged in Transit from Factory

Folks,
Would like some advice ease. Just got a call from our salesman to let me know the good news / bad news: trailer arrived today but the person that drove it down from the factory backed into...
Forum: On The Road... 07-22-2014, 09:25 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 41,434
Posted By Laidback1
Awesome! Keep posting as you go. Just heard...

Awesome! Keep posting as you go. Just heard from the dealership that ours is,supposed,to come off the line on August 2nd. I can't help spending time reading about everyone's adventures and...
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