You actually should shoot for 4-1/2" of clearance between the top of your tire and the bottom of the fender well. This accounts for flex in your suspension.
Unless 2,280 lbs is the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) of your trailer then you need to look into lifting your trailer as opposed to smaller tires. Even just going down to 4.80R12 tires, like part # TT48012C, gives you an overall weight capacity of 3,960 lbs. This means that you can load about 1,700 lbs on your trailer before it... view full answer...
I have a great solution for you. Unfortunately, manufacturers do not test or confirm their carriers will work with motorhomes. However, with that being said, many of our customers have used the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - 10 cu ft - 100 lbs # Y62VR on their RVs and Motorhomes. I do not think you will have any issue if you follow the maximum load capacities of your hitch and the Yakima EXO (100 pounds), but I wanted to make sure that you were aware that the... view full answer...
To remove the aerator in your Flow Max RV Kitchen Faucet # LC719324 you'll need to stick a small flat headed screwdriver into the small slots on the edges of the aerator to pry it out. view full answer...
Yes, it looks like your existing Fan-Tastic Fan model 4000BT is a standard 14" wide x 14" long roof vent so the MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan and Thermostat part # MA00-05100K would fit the opening for your old vent as long as the roof is 1-1/8" to 6-1/2" thick. I have attached an installation video for your reference.
I recommend using the Roof Vent Installation Kit - Sealant, Butyl Tape, Screws - White # 344270KITW which will give you the sealant and screws needed. view full answer...
What you need is a T-Fitting and auxiliary hose like what comes in the Kit # 103538-MBS, but your propane setup is a bit different than a normal RV so you'll need to get creative in how you're able to connect the T-Fitting. One end is a male POL connection, which will connect to your valve, while the other end has a female POL fitting. Then you have the 2 quick-disconnects and a hose that allows you to connect your 20 lb auxiliary tank.
You can definitely use the T-Fitting # 103602-MBS... view full answer...
The spare tire retainer would almost certainly interfere with installing the # 75210, but we do have a hitch that is positioned a bit differently so it would fit perfectly. The Curt # 13250 class III hitch will avoid the spare tire retainer, as shown in the provided photo. view full answer...
We've checked with Kwikee in the past for the linkage arm 151364 and the correct replacement is the part # LC379649. For the entire gear box and linkage the correct part number is the # LC379160 that you mentioned. view full answer...
I attached a picture of what the Elite Van XT 2 Bike Rack for Sprinter Rear Door # TH302043 will look when installed and with bikes loaded. It would clear the ladder on your vehicle but would make it more or less inaccessible. view full answer...
There are 5 versions of the 2006 Dodge/Freightliner Sprinter so to determine if there is a hitch that will fit we have to look at which specific model you have.
If you have the 118 inch wheelbase, single rear wheel model you can use # 13250 or # 14250
If you have the 140 inch wheelbase, single rear wheel model you can use the same Curt hitches above as well as # 75210
If you have the 140 inch wheelbase, dual rear wheel model you can use # 13265
If you have the 158 inch wheelbase, single... view full answer...
For use with a 2-inch hitch bike carrier I recommend the Curt Class III hitch # 13250 as it is a confirmed fit on your 2004 Dodge Sprinter with step bumper and 140-inch wheelbase. Class IV hitch # 14250 fits your van too but for use with a bike rack you will not need this hitch's 1000-lb tongue weight (TW) capacity, so the Curt # 13250, rated for 600-lbs TW, will be a great choice that actually costs you less.
The linked photo shows you the appearance of the hitch and step bumper after... view full answer...
Both of our primary hitch suppliers, Curt and Draw-Tite, show no vehicle listing for a M-B branded Sprinter for model year 2004. Only a Dodge Sprinter is listed, both 2500-series and 3500-series.
You can confirm the correct hitch based on the van's wheelbase and drivetrain. If you click on the "Select Vehicle Style" drop-down menu tool at the top of the linked page you can select your Sprinter's configuration; you will then see the hitches just for that setup.
For example, for a 118-inch... view full answer...
We have confirmed in the past that the Yakima Landing Pad 1 will fit the RT style tracks from Rhino-Rack so you can definitely use a Yakima setup for your application (which I would recommend over Thule even if we knew that Thule would work). You will need to following parts for a whole roof rack setup on your 2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500:
Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - # RRRTV208
Landing Pad 1 - # Y00221 (you need 2 of this kit)
SkyLine Towers - # Y53TR
Same Key System - # Y07204... view full answer...
We do have an option for a hitch cargo carrier that will work for your Class C motorhome, is rated for 500 lbs, and is able to carry your gear. While there isn't one that will specifically state "Acceptable for Class C" what you will need is a cargo carrier with a fixed shank and not a foldable carrier:
- 24 x 60 Reese Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 500 lbs # 63153
The Reese # 63153 is the heaviest-duty carrier with inside dimensions of 60" long x 24" wide x 5-1/2" deep so it... view full answer...
I do have an option for you but the Medium QuickFit Tent for Thule HideAway Awning part # TH309921 is only compatible with the Thule HideAway awning part TH620002 which is a roof mount awning.
Since you have a Thule HideAway Awning Direct Mount like part # TH490011 that measures 8-1/2 feet long. I have confirmed with Thule you will need the Medium QuickFit Tent for Thule HideAway part # TH309920. They currently do not offer a 10 foot tent for the wall mount options. view full answer...
The Curt Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 14250, will fit your 2006 Dodge Sprinter w/ OEM step bumper after some minor modification to the installation hardware.
The Curt hitch instructions state that for the factory step bumper models, the corner of the 1/4 inch spacer plates, that are included with the hitch, will have to be broken off to allow the reinstallation of the step bumper.
There will be no modification to the actual bumper of the Dodge Sprinter. view full answer...
The Crossbar Clamps for Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack # Y05039 are a total of 1 inch in height, but when they are clamped around your crossbars, the LockNLoad is almost directly on the crossbars, as it attaches right to the top of the clamp.
These clamps will work with the Yakima LockNLoad Platform Roof Trays like the 55" Long x 49" Wide # Y05044 or 84" Long x 54" Wide # Y05048.
As for the mounts, those will not work for a LockNLoad, and while you can't mount a rooftop cargo box to... view full answer...
Awnings like the Solera 12V XL Power RV Awning # LCV000334919-362241 aren't really intended for use on the side of a sprinter van but if you could still technically install it on your 2006 Dodge Sprinter. The arms of the awning will need to be bolted into studs and needs to sit on a flat surface so you'll most likely need to do a lot of modification to your van to safely install this.
Typically most van owners use the Thule HideAway Awning # TH490011, as it's specifically designed for... view full answer...
The Rampage Clinometer with Compass - Analog # RA791006 will help you detect if you are on level ground or not with your RV, so it will absolutely be a help. It will only detect how level the ground is under your tires and suspension, so there may still be additional leveling needed at your landing gear.
One of the best options for that is the Hopkins Electronic LED Smart Level for RVs and Trailers # HM08201 which can give you both the parallel and perpendicular leveling of your RV from... view full answer...
The rear doors on the 2004 Dodge Sprinter open to the sides of the vehicle. The Yakima EXO Swing Away Storage System w/ Enclosed Cargo Carrier and Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches # Y44ZR will swing out to the side of the vehicle on the passenger's side. It would allow you to open the doors most of the way if not all the way. I have included some links to the right to videos on the swing away cargo system. view full answer...
The Curt Class IV Trailer Hitch # 14250 will only fit if your 2003 sprinter has the 140 inch Wheelbase with Single Rear Wheels. Since you have a 140 inch Wheelbase with Dual Rear Wheels the next best option is the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13265 which is rated for 6K Towing/600 lbs Tongue but then jumps up to 10K Towing/1K Tongue when used with a weight distribution (WD) system like the Equal-i-zer w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37120ET.
Please note that your Sprinter must be rated for... view full answer...
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