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STAGE 4.3 SYSTEM - SPRINTER AWD, 4X4 (2015-PRESENT 2500 ONLY) by VAN COMPASS

STAGE 4.3 SYSTEM - SPRINTER AWD, 4X4 (2015-PRESENT 2500 ONLY) by VAN COMPASS

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$ 3,415.47 USD
$ 3,415.47 USD
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SHOCK TUNE

 Stage 4.3 System Benefits:

  • VC tuned Falcon 3.3 Adjustable shocks with 10 intuitive firmness settings
  • Restores lost ride height and reduces sagging
  • Enhanced cornering stability and reduced wind sway
  • More effective control over large and small bumps
  • Improved handling feel on rough roads and broken pavement
  • Increased bottom out resistance
  • 100% bolt on

Intended Use:

  • Adventure and conversion vans near or over GVWR
  • Class B RVs
  • Heavy Passenger vans carrying loads

It's the best seller for a reason. With everything needed to properly correct the handling problems heavy Sprinters can experience, our 4.3 kit is the go-to choice for many owners. Whether you are looking for maximum stability in highway travel and treacherous wind conditions, or maximum compliance off pavement, we're able to minimize side to side sway and balance out jarring impacts using our deep knowledge of suspension tuning.

The cornerstone of our Stage 4.3 kit is the 4-corner, adjustable Falcon 3.3 Fast Adjust Shocks with their huge range of compression adjustment available at the simple flip of a large, easily accessed Fast Adjust knob. This allows you to quickly adjust from the softest to firmest settings over a significantly larger range than the competition's smaller adjusters. A larger range of adjustment means the shocks are more effective and adaptable to multiple modes of use.

The rear mini leaf spring pack, tuned specifically to work with the stock rear leaf spring, restores lost ride height and corrects sag while retaining the quiet ride of the factory leaf spring. Typically, 1.25" of rear lift is seen, resulting in a nicely leveled stance.

Our progressive foam Bump Buddy replacement jounce bumpers replace your hard factory rubber bump stops, adding improved spring curve progression, reducing sway, and increasing bottom out resistance without any unnecessary clunking or harshness.

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INCLUDED COMPONENTS

FITMENT GUIDE

MODEL: SPRINTER 2500

YEAR: 2015-PRESENT

DRIVE TYPE: 4X4 and AWD

>>COMPLETE WHEEL AND TIRE FITMENT GUIDE<<

>>DON'T KNOW YOUR VANS WEIGHT? USE THE CAT SCALE LOCATOR<<

NOTE: Vans equipped with HD Rear AC Package require extra care when mounting front shocks, refrigerant lines may need to be slightly bent and re-secured.

NOTE: NOT compatible with Sumo Spring Rebel series of springs, specifically Sumo Spring part numbers: SSR-327-47-2 and SSR-327-40-2 There is a Sumo Spring bracket associated with those kits which makes contact with the shock body.

Recommended Wheel Size: 17" x 8.5", +45mm offset

WHEEL FITMENT NOTE: 2023+ AWD vans require fitment of a wheel with 6" backspacing or less. For a 17"x8" wheel, this corresponds with a +38mm offset. Wheels with a greater offset like +52mm, or more backspacing like 6.5", will rub the tire on the shock reservoir when the steering is turned.

INSTRUCTIONS

2015+ VS30 4x4 Falcon Front Shock Installation Instructions:

Falcon 3.3 SP2 Rear Shock installation instructions:

Sprinter AWD and 4x4 Front Bump Buddies installation instructions:

Rear Mini Pack Installation Instructions:

  • Falcon 3.3 Shock Settings Guide:

    • LABOR TIMES

    Recommended Shop Labor Time: 7 Hours

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 12 reviews
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    Don Pryor
    4.3 driveway install

    Baja brackets are a pain to install.

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    Jeff Johnson
    upper shock shock bushing

    the upper shock bushing on the driver side rear shock failed turning it into a rattling pos
    haven't heard the reason yet but they are suppling parts to fix
    they were installed in October

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    Thomas Flaherty
    Failure risk, including expensive repair

    The Baja Bracket is necessary for the Stage kits and should not be sold separately. I believe it remedies a design flaw that should be provided to all past customers who purchased a Stage Kit. The Stage kit only includes a similar bracket for the front shocks but not the rear. A single bolt connects the rear shock (insufficient for a 9 lbs van), which commonly shears off. The Baja Bracket was introduced to help distribute the load, avoiding the single point of failure.

    If you have a Stage kit or are considering purchasing one, please consider buying and installing this bracket to avoid a likely failure and expensive repair.

    Van Compass offered a discount on the damaged shocks but requested the old ones be sent back, which I am sure they will return to Falcon for a full refund. In the end, this fix cost me over $ 2,500 for parts and labor. I’m an engineer and know there is no perfect system, but it does matter how the companies communicate, and support you post-purchase.

    I am mostly disappointed that I was not contacted by Van Compass informing me of the potential failure point that is fairly common. Had I known what I know now, I would have proactively fixed the single point of failure issue and avoided this unnecessary hassle and huge expense.

    Hi Tom,

    We are sorry you had a shock bolt issue. This is a MB design flaw that plagues very few people, less than 1% of our customers over the past 7 years. The Baja Bracket does solve the potential shock bolt problem. We do not choose to include these in our stage kits for various fitment issues we have encountered with RV manufactures. The front shock mounts are included to mount the secondary front shock. Falcon does not refund us for damaged shocks. We request damaged shocks back so they do not circulate in the used market.

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    David Frank
    Just what the Doc ordered

    Van Compass has the Sprinter suspensions, dialed in! (as they likely do for the other vehicle brands).
    They had me weigh my van front and rear and got me exactly what the van needed to make it stable & level.
    My rig is not going to see much off-road action but, I needed my heavy build-out to be well-balanced and stable. After adding the 4.3 components and it now responds and handles exceptionally well.
    I received exceptional guidance from Taylor, the sales mgr, and would classify it as old-school knock-your-socks-off customer service and advice!
    I look forward to whatever they have in the pipeline, as they seem to be on top of & focused forward in development!
    Thanks Agan, Dave Frank

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    Pat Ford
    Wow

    I don’t write reviews unless something is really good or really bad.
    The 4.3 System is amazing.
    Me and a friend installed it in 6 hours, nothing too hard.
    I had high hopes it would perform as well as everybody said it wood.
    My 2500 4x4. Sprinter 170 was sagging in the rear end and was all over the road especially as I approached and passed semi’s. I was amazed when I drove it for the first time with the 4.3, the earthquake as I approaches the semi was gone and as I passed I wasn’t pushed to the left and then sucked in after passing.
    I felt grounded to the road and it was much easier and relaxing to drive.
    Less rattles and bouncing going over bridges.
    Off road was very noticeable. I was able to change to setting 1 and the vibration all but went away.
    I said it before but driving was easy and responsive, for long drives this will be nice.
    Thanks Van Compass for a great product…

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