Great video. I have a 21 Sprinter and sure wish Mercedes had a light that turned on when the DPF goes into regeneration mode. Having to frequently cycle through the dash screens to see the DPF load is a pain
I had a problem with my Dodge ram from one of those truckstops, and the dealer told me never fill up with those deaf tanks. They get contaminated, always use them in the box.
It's become frustratingly difficult to find gas stations in California that sell something other than B20. I've driven for miles, stopping exit after exit looking for #2. Does anyone know of any apps that will show you which stations sell #2? Putting in a "couple gallons" won't get you very far when you are driving long stretches in I-15, I-10 and I-40.
Please do the video on the DPF, we just bought our first sprinter a Pleasure Way Ascent TS and I need to know more about it.This was a great video, you are very good at explaining things.
I've seen 100% biofuel at stations in California many times. I have also loaded B20 many times, makes me paranoid now. But I do change oil much more often then the suggested intervals. I also try to fill in Nevada as much as possible (I live nearby) and have a bigger fuel tank. Wow, a DPF cleaning video, that sounds great. I cant wait!
Dang, being a plug-and-play guy, I would have bought a gas van instead of a diesel. If anyone wants to take my built-up 2022 Sprinter for your built-up gas van, let me know. Mine is priced around $125k if seriously interested. Great video, thx Vanland.
When filling from the jugs, how do you prevent overfilling- is there a way that collapsible hose shuts off when the DEF level reaches its end, or is it just blind luck? Similarly, what about the pump fill- does it shut off like the diesel/gas fill does?
Ah seeing you were in Sonoma County. Filming at the Rotten Robbies fuel station in Santa Rosa. Newest diesel fuel being sold in California. Is Renewable Diesel. Crazy high cetane which is good, cleaner burn, no difference in mpg, performance, driveability, etc.. The Cheveron and Union 76 are at the pumps with Renewable Diesel. Shell I believe is rolling out also. All diesel engines can use it. My ‘22 Ram CTD used since new and runs flawlessly with emission system. Also do not purchase DPF jugs that sits in the sunlight (like at the fuel station you were at) it will degrade over time. Also look at the date. Blue Def has Julian Date code.
For the amount you save by buying a Transit (including ease of repair, finding mechanics/dealers, etc.) you can buy an electric blanket for each seat. Hahahaha
Def is good for the grass too, haha, but it's funny how they want to "save the planet" and they push the def thing that requires a lot of plastic and cardboard, plus the amount of diesel used to ship that around. But hey, less contamination out of your engine.
When I see how much it takes to design and maintain a Sprinter diesel engine to meet emissions (defluid, dpfilter, catalytic converter, B5 & B20 biodiesel, dpf regeneration, error codes, limp mode, etc 🤷♂️), can someone explain to me why I want to buy a diesel Sprinter vs a gasoline Transit? I drove both and was underwhelmed by the Sprinter! Please help me understand 🤔.
I heard if you let that DEF warning come up you are running a risk of destroying your vans engine I never let my DEF guage go under 50-75% I don't need to ruin my engine. Also Jeez that BluDEF box is 30 bux where are you located those cost $14 dollars in costco here
Ok maybe a bit late for you but DEF is known as Adblue in Europe (and Turkey) and Arla 32 in S.America. It's widely available in Europe and fairly widely available in S.America (excepting some of the poorer countries). Where they roll around in fancy BMWs, there will be DEF.
DEF: Adding a troublesome system to an otherwise perfectly good diesel engine! I just feel like DEF is an expensive failure just waiting to happen. Not to mention the waste from all of those empty boxes and plastic jugs.
Such a good video and good info for a guy like me who just order his first sprinter, Thanks
No problem 👍
Great video.
I have a 21 Sprinter and sure wish Mercedes had a light that turned on when the DPF goes into regeneration mode. Having to frequently cycle through the dash screens to see the DPF load is a pain
I had a problem with my Dodge ram from one of those truckstops, and the dealer told me never fill up with those deaf tanks. They get contaminated, always use them in the box.
Excellent Excellent Excellent presentation. Thank you
You are most welcome
It's become frustratingly difficult to find gas stations in California that sell something other than B20. I've driven for miles, stopping exit after exit looking for #2. Does anyone know of any apps that will show you which stations sell #2? Putting in a "couple gallons" won't get you very far when you are driving long stretches in I-15, I-10 and I-40.
Please do the video on the DPF, we just bought our first sprinter a Pleasure Way Ascent TS and I need to know more about it.This was a great video, you are very good at explaining things.
Thank you! We added your idea to the video idea list!
There’s also HPR Diesel at the Propel stations which are chemically exact to Diesel 2. Good option in CA where B20 reigns and Diesel2 is expensive.
Awesome video! Thank you for the education!
Thank you so much for the presentation! Exactly what I’ve been looking for.👍👍
You are welcome!
I've seen 100% biofuel at stations in California many times. I have also loaded B20 many times, makes me paranoid now. But I do change oil much more often then the suggested intervals. I also try to fill in Nevada as much as possible (I live nearby) and have a bigger fuel tank. Wow, a DPF cleaning video, that sounds great. I cant wait!
I was told to always keep your DEF tank filled at all times. Do not let it go to empty the dried DEF flakes can clog your filter.
This is true. Shouldn’t really go below 50% ideally.
Dang, being a plug-and-play guy, I would have bought a gas van instead of a diesel. If anyone wants to take my built-up 2022 Sprinter for your built-up gas van, let me know. Mine is priced around $125k if seriously interested. Great video, thx Vanland.
Thanks for the info. I'll hold out for the Transit Trail.
Stay in the teaching lane…you are awesome! I am DIY sprinter builder who watches UA-cam to learn.
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When filling from the jugs, how do you prevent overfilling- is there a way that collapsible hose shuts off when the DEF level reaches its end, or is it just blind luck? Similarly, what about the pump fill- does it shut off like the diesel/gas fill does?
The jugs can overflow the DEF tank if you’re not careful. The pump will shut off just like a fuel pump when it senses the tank is full.
Well done 🎉
Thanks! 🙏
Ah seeing you were in Sonoma County. Filming at the Rotten Robbies fuel station in Santa Rosa. Newest diesel fuel being sold in California. Is Renewable Diesel. Crazy high cetane which is good, cleaner burn, no difference in mpg, performance, driveability, etc.. The Cheveron and Union 76 are at the pumps with Renewable Diesel. Shell I believe is rolling out also. All diesel engines can use it. My ‘22 Ram CTD used since new and runs flawlessly with emission system. Also do not purchase DPF jugs that sits in the sunlight (like at the fuel station you were at) it will degrade over time. Also look at the date. Blue Def has Julian Date code.
Excellant video Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
Maybe get a Ford Transit for a class B van conversion....except for those heated seats in the Sprinter
For the amount you save by buying a Transit (including ease of repair, finding mechanics/dealers, etc.) you can buy an electric blanket for each seat. Hahahaha
Re: def- What is considered a “short distance”?
Def is good for the grass too, haha, but it's funny how they want to "save the planet" and they push the def thing that requires a lot of plastic and cardboard, plus the amount of diesel used to ship that around. But hey, less contamination out of your engine.
It seems they've fixed the large fuel filler issue in Sprinter 2024
Thanks for the info!
When I see how much it takes to design and maintain a Sprinter diesel engine to meet emissions (defluid, dpfilter, catalytic converter, B5 & B20 biodiesel, dpf regeneration, error codes, limp mode, etc 🤷♂️), can someone explain to me why I want to buy a diesel Sprinter vs a gasoline Transit? I drove both and was underwhelmed by the Sprinter!
Please help me understand 🤔.
Because it’s not rocket science?
Re: the diesel particulate filter, “short trip” is relative. What would you consider a short trip?
I heard if you let that DEF warning come up you are running a risk of destroying your vans engine I never let my DEF guage go under 50-75% I don't need to ruin my engine. Also Jeez that BluDEF box is 30 bux where are you located those cost $14 dollars in costco here
Yikes !!! DEF here in California at Costco is always around 13-15$ for that same box.
DPf?
Def makes a good fertilizer
Are DEF or analogs available in Latin America/Canada/Europe?
Ok maybe a bit late for you but DEF is known as Adblue in Europe (and Turkey) and Arla 32 in S.America. It's widely available in Europe and fairly widely available in S.America (excepting some of the poorer countries). Where they roll around in fancy BMWs, there will be DEF.
This is called Adblue in Europe.
Fun fact: it's synthetic cat piss. It sounds like a joke, but that's exactly what it is.
DEF: Adding a troublesome system to an otherwise perfectly good diesel engine! I just feel like DEF is an expensive failure just waiting to happen. Not to mention the waste from all of those empty boxes and plastic jugs.
exactly
What is def even in this context?
Gawd! $30 for Blu DEF ?!! Walmart $16. Sam's even a bit cheaper!