News — 4x4 sprinter

SAVE MONEY, GO ADVENTURE

Posted by Cody Patton on

2007-PRESENT, MERCEDES SPRINTER 4X4, BOTTLE JACK USAGE General Notes Please refer to your owner’s manual for bottle jack location and function This blog post demonstrates the functionality of the OEM bottle jack on a 2015 NCV3 4x4 Sprinter with the Van Compass 2” Striker Lift kit and 35” tires. Functionality: The point of this blog post is to show how to safely use the OEM bottle jack equipped with the NCV3 / VS30 Sprinter van platforms.  We often get a lot of inquiries and questions from our customers regarding what kind of jack they should buy to lift their vehicle...

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VAN COMPASS 4X4 SPRINTER SUSPENSION UPGRADES - EXPLAINED

Posted by Mark Hesser on

VAN COMPASS 4X4 SPRINTER SUSPENSION UPGRADES - EXPLAINED

Suspension offerings for the 4x4 Sprinter by Van Compass. 

Van Compass Sprinter 4x4 suspension upgrades

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Van Compass universal van kitchen galley

Posted by Mark Hesser on

  Convert your adventure van with components that will go the distance.  Bolt in this lightweight, robust kitchen galley from Van Compass.  Available in either 57” or 44” widths, this modular galley is manufactured from US made 5052 Aluminum and bolts together in about an hour with simple hand tools.  Using a symmetric design around the Indel / Truckfridge 130 allows for the fridge to be placed on either side of the galley and opens up a plethora of floor plan configurations.  Cut the counter top yourself to fit the sink / cooktop combo desired to quickly complete a custom galley installation...

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Mercedes Sprinter rear differential skid plate

Posted by Mark Hesser on

 Add protection and peace of mind while exploring in the back country with the Van Compass rear differential skid plate.  Loss of gear oil due to a cracked housing or leaking cover can be catastrophic to the rear differential.  This skid plate protects the driveshaft u-joints, cast iron differential center section and lower portion of the thin sheet metal differential cover.  Constructed from 3/16" steel and powder coated for corrosion resistance to provide a strong, smooth surface to slide over obstacles on the trail. The skid system bolts on in minutes with simple hand tools.  Detailed instructions and all necessary hardware is included....

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Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 2" suspension lift kit

Posted by Mark Hesser on

The bolt-on Striker 4x4 Sprinter 2.0” suspension lift system provides clearance for larger tires and offers additional ground clearance under the van. Additional traction from larger tires and ground clearance helps to avoid obstacles on the trail to your remote campsite.  The Striker system retains the stock vehicle suspension geometry, payload rating and ride quality. All of the suspension lift system components are constructed of high quality materials here in the USA and are powder coated for durability and corrosion resistance. With this lift kit, 315/75/16 (35”) tires can be fitted with the following conditions met: Removal of the front mudflaps Slight trimming of the...

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