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rv:sprinter [2022/01/14 23:33] princess_fluffypants [Sprinter] |
rv:sprinter [2023/05/14 12:23] frater_secessus [Sprinter] |
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been sold under many nameplates: Dodge, MB, Freightliner, etc. It was the first of the modern [[rv:eurovan|eurovans]] sold in the US. Perhaps because of the head start it is the dominant high-roof camper conversion platform in the U.S., both DIY and commercial Class B. | The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been sold under many nameplates: Dodge, MB, Freightliner, etc. It was the first of the modern [[rv:eurovan|eurovans]] sold in the US. Perhaps because of the head start it is the dominant high-roof camper conversion platform in the U.S., both DIY and commercial Class B. |
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The Sprinter is famed for [[rv:eurovan#cargo_living_area_comparison|huge cargo volume]] and for the fuel efficiency of the diesel engines which can get 20+ MPG.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_Sprinter#Fuel_economy)) They are also the largest vans you can possibly buy, with the Extended Body option on the 170" wheelbase extending to a full 24 feet long. | The Sprinter is famed for [[rv:eurovan#cargo_living_area_comparison|huge cargo volume]] and for the fuel efficiency of the diesel engines which can get 20+ MPG.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_Sprinter#Fuel_economy)) They are also the largest vans available, with the Extended Body option on the 170" wheelbase extending to a full 24 feet long. |
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The "super high roof" and (discontinued?) "mega roof" appear to have fiberglass roofs, though panels are reported to mount to them without issue.((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/jo7s56/can_a_maxxfan_hood_hang_off_the_rear_of_a_van_by/gb6eyrl/)) | The "super high roof" and (discontinued?) "mega roof" appear to have fiberglass roofs, though panels are reported to mount to them without issue.((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/jo7s56/can_a_maxxfan_hood_hang_off_the_rear_of_a_van_by/gb6eyrl/)) |
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> T1N flat roof area measurements are approximately 52" x 168" -- [[https://sprinter-source.com/forums/index.php?threads/49085/post-475140|DesertAdventures]] | > T1N flat roof area measurements are approximately 52" x 168" -- [[https://sprinter-source.com/forums/index.php?threads/49085/post-475140|DesertAdventures]] |
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| 2007+ Sprinters have roof holes punched (sealed from the factory) for mounting racks or rails. [[https://youtu.be/wcpJbO__S_I?t=271|video]] | [[https://vanunity.com/2020/05/06/installing-oem-sprinter-roof-rails-diy-guide/|article with pictures]] |
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