Good video! However, if you are installing the driver swivel on a sprinter 144, the parking brake relocation bracket will cause your brake cable to rub against the metal sheeting that surrounds the gas tank. In my install I was so pre-occupied with the grommet that I initially didn't notice the brake cable rubbing cutting into this metal sheet. When installing on a 144 you need to consider actually adjusting the parking brake cable length to make the swivel work
You can use a hot knife which is basically a soldering iron with a number 11 blade inserted in the tip. You can find these at any big box supply store. You'll end up using this tool for other purposes such as basic electronic repair, cutting plastic materials. It's a versatile tool.
im going to get the same swivel seat I've heard nothing be great thing them . I can't wait till the van is finish to see if the 4cly can handle the weight . great job !!!!!
You'll love the swivels! Stay tuned on the 4cyl, we'll update how it's handling. We have loaded it down a few times to move all of our stuff between places and it was still peppy. So we're feeling confident it will handle the weight of the build 👍
Hi Darren, This is the main downside to the gas Sprinter vs the diesel as the gas engine does not come with an aux fuel line (the diesel does). That said, we ended up having Thermo King install our Espar as we decided it was safer to have a professional drill our gas tank since getting it wrong could result in a fire, etc. The upside is that it was the easiest project we've undertaken:) The downside is that we had to pay for it.
Good video! However, if you are installing the driver swivel on a sprinter 144, the parking brake relocation bracket will cause your brake cable to rub against the metal sheeting that surrounds the gas tank. In my install I was so pre-occupied with the grommet that I initially didn't notice the brake cable rubbing cutting into this metal sheet. When installing on a 144 you need to consider actually adjusting the parking brake cable length to make the swivel work
Great advice. Thanks for posting! 👍
Yay!!! Thanks for sharing...im certain you've saved this old gal some 💰... sweeet 🤓
Great, so happy to hear this!
You can use a hot knife which is basically a soldering iron with a number 11 blade inserted in the tip. You can find these at any big box supply store. You'll end up using this tool for other purposes such as basic electronic repair, cutting plastic materials. It's a versatile tool.
Thanks for the suggestion! Wish we had talked earlier 😁 This will be helpful for others to read!
im going to get the same swivel seat I've heard nothing be great thing them . I can't wait till the van is finish to see if the 4cly can handle the weight . great job !!!!!
You'll love the swivels! Stay tuned on the 4cyl, we'll update how it's handling. We have loaded it down a few times to move all of our stuff between places and it was still peppy. So we're feeling confident it will handle the weight of the build 👍
Looking forward to your heater install sharing as we are leaning toward a gas engine too. Most heater install videos are for diesel engines.
Hi Darren, This is the main downside to the gas Sprinter vs the diesel as the gas engine does not come with an aux fuel line (the diesel does). That said, we ended up having Thermo King install our Espar as we decided it was safer to have a professional drill our gas tank since getting it wrong could result in a fire, etc. The upside is that it was the easiest project we've undertaken:) The downside is that we had to pay for it.
@@wanderlibre4434 Understand. What was rough install price so I can budget without too much sticker shock. Thanks
@@darrentaie925 it was about $900 for the install.
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Great vid. Do the seats jiggle or move a bit when you drive like other brands? Thanks
Thanks! No, the seats don't move at all. They're very solid. Very happy with them!
Is there a reason you did not use the battery ground disconnect in the panel next to the gas pedal?
We knew this was an easy way to do it. Not familiar with the battery ground disconnect. Will look into it. Thanks!
I am wondering if you have any comments on the double passenger swivel seat.
They work great! Very smooth, no wobbles, no squeaks. Would buy them again.