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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
Suspension offerings for the 4x4 Sprinter by Van Compass.
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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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Mercedes Sprinter on-board air system mount
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Van Compass Mercedes Sprinter on-board air system mount and installation
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