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Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-30-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,902
Posted By Santos1060
I bought the $350 TST 507s for my 24' RV... They...

I bought the $350 TST 507s for my 24' RV... They lasted about 3 years before I started having problems. Customer service said I needed the extender, but that didn't fix a thing, so disappointed to...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 12-04-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,695
Posted By Santos1060
WOW, thanks for talking me out of that "little"...

WOW, thanks for talking me out of that "little" upgrade. Seriously appreciate that write up though if I ever reconsider, good work man!
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-19-2020, 09:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 724
Posted By Santos1060
Found it, thank you!! ...

Found it, thank you!!

https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/f242/slideout-roller-issue-159189.html
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-13-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 724
Posted By Santos1060
Slide roller on the "W" snapped off

I became the victim of the dreaded slide roller breaking off this past weekend and now need to fix or take it to the dealer...again. Why they continue to use these cheap screws that rust and snap...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 11-07-2019, 03:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,344
Posted By Santos1060
How the mice get in our MBS's...

I've been under that rig looking for intrusion points and haven't found any obvious spots. I finally figured out at least one easy way for them to get in: the glovebox! Open up your glovebox and...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-29-2019, 12:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,376
Posted By Santos1060
PERFECT, this is exactly what I was thinking I'd...

PERFECT, this is exactly what I was thinking I'd use to fill the spot. I really appreciate the suggestion and links to the parts!!!! Made my day...thank you!
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-29-2019, 09:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,376
Posted By Santos1060
Even when the lock did work, it barely made...

Even when the lock did work, it barely made contact with the little plastic "catch" inside that compartment. Then the lock broke (stopped turning), I paid the dealer to replace it and during the...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-29-2019, 09:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,376
Posted By Santos1060
Lousy cover design for Gray/Black pulls

I've had nothing but issues with the stupid lock that keeps the cover door closed over the black/gray tank pulls (751 key hasn't worked in years). I've tried fixing it...fail...paid the dealer to...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-11-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,314
Posted By Santos1060
I have the 2016 W and the low point drains are...

I have the 2016 W and the low point drains are definitely in the circular hatch where the fresh water tank drain is.
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 12-19-2017, 05:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,884
Posted By Santos1060
Exact same problem. Have to take the grey handle...

Exact same problem. Have to take the grey handle off to close the door and latch it going down the road. I'm terrified I did something wrong that first year when winterizing because it popped open...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 11-02-2017, 12:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,530
Posted By Santos1060
I second Bob's note about the Scanguage II never...

I second Bob's note about the Scanguage II never getting as accurate as the simple calculation method. I typically see about 1.5 more mpg's using the calculation rather than rely on the Scanguage II.
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-22-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,426
Posted By Santos1060
I had the same problem and I just cut the power...

I had the same problem and I just cut the power off (hold the volume button in for 5 secs) and when I turned it back on the touch screen worked again.


The real problem I have with the Jensen...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-15-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 748
Posted By Santos1060
Same problem, same resolution as Bob above.

Same problem, same resolution as Bob above.
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-10-2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,853
Posted By Santos1060
Manual operation of slide on a MBS "W"

Forgive me if this has been posted already but I'm having a hard time finding a thread specific to the "W" on this.

On my last trip out there was a poor soul next to us that had his slide stuck...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 06-29-2017, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,650
Posted By Santos1060
Coach door flexes open in high winds when driving

On a 6 hour drive last week in some high winds and occasional storms I had a terrible rattle coming from the coach door. I looked over my shoulder and could actually see daylight coming through the...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 05-02-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,398
Posted By Santos1060
I'm sorry to hear about your troubles with this...

I'm sorry to hear about your troubles with this leak. I too had a major leak that resulted in my W spending almost 45 days in the shop last year between two dealerships. I did not understand how...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 04-28-2017, 01:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,477
Posted By Santos1060
Bob, did you use the dealer in St. Charles or...

Bob, did you use the dealer in St. Charles or closer to where you store it? If you used St. Charles how was the experience and what did they charge you for the oil and filter?

Thanks,
marc
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 12-09-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,428
Posted By Santos1060
It takes a 15/16 socket and I also use a 4 inch...

It takes a 15/16 socket and I also use a 4 inch extension on my socket wrench. My W hasn't taken more than two gallons in the two years I've winterized it...seriously over bought that first year!
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-23-2016, 04:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,398
Posted By Santos1060
I had the same problem... Got the same "solution"...

I had the same problem... Got the same "solution" you did for the water leak. Suffice to say it wasn't fixed and I truly hope you don't have the leak return like I did. My humble advice to you next...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-18-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,089
Posted By Santos1060
I just took my first trip after having both the...

I just took my first trip after having both the front and rears installed and have to say I was impressed. The main differences at low speeds are VERY noticeable, all that creaking and moaning the...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 09-27-2016, 05:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,229
Posted By Santos1060
We don't use ours for directions anymore because...

We don't use ours for directions anymore because the unit (as previously stated) doesn't have enough memory to actually "navigate" you and run Pandora for example.

BUT, I'm dying to know if...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 09-21-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,470
Posted By Santos1060
Black tank odors gone

Wanted to share with everyone the best $20 I've spent on an upgrade yet! After a day or two on the road you start to get "that smell" and for the first six months we just dealt with it. But then I...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 09-21-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,117
Posted By Santos1060
If anyone out there has replaced their water pump...

If anyone out there has replaced their water pump I'd love to know what model you used as a replacement. The stock pump is SO LOUD that I'd consider changing it out if the price was right. Thanks!
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-17-2016, 03:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,058
Posted By Santos1060
Again, thank you to all for the information. I'm...

Again, thank you to all for the information. I'm at the stage now where the dealer is telling me they don't have a tire machine so they can't bolt in new metal stems. So I called up Discount Tire...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-17-2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 369
Views: 82,950
Posted By Santos1060
I started a thread about the sub in the...

I started a thread about the sub in the "W"....check out the pictures which will show what it looks like if you access it from the outside storage compartment:
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