OUR VAN

 In October 2022, we took delivery of our 2022 4x4 2500 MERCEDES SPRINTER VAN (144").  After being on the road full-time for over a year, we quickly realized that we were going to need to adjust our approach in how we travel in order to be able to go "Off Grid" to explore all that the incredible National Parks & disperse camping grounds this great country offers.  With traveling full-time in a 45' Class A diesel pusher, it is just not possible for us to truly go "Off Grid" to explore places like the Grand Canyon, Grand Tetons, etc.  

After many hours of research, we decided to purchase a Mercedes 4x4 Sprinter Van and have it modified to be able to flat tow behind a Class A motor coach.  Our plan would be to travel to a location in which we could park our Class A for an extended period of time so that we can jump in the Sprinter Van & travel / camp off grid.   

Currently, we have contracted with Casa Conversions (Custom Van Converter) out of Leander, TX to turn our Sprinter van into a true off self contained adventure van.  Prior to turning our van over to the team at Casa Conversions, we engaged a Houston based RV & Welding shop to install a device called the Superior Driveline Drive Shaft Disconnect that will allow for us to mechanically disconnect the rear driveshaft to allow for us to flat tow it behind our motor coach.  

We hope to take delivery of our fully converted Mercedes 4x4 in late April 2023.  

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Model:  2022 M2CA4X
  • Graphite Grey
  • 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel Engine
  • Axle Ratio:  3.923
  • GVWR:  9,050 lbs

MANUFACTURE OPTIONS:

  • Basic Comfort Package
    • Comfort Overhead Control Panel
    • Lumbar Support, Driver & Passenger Seat
    • Comfort Headrest, Driver & Passenger Seat
    • Armrest, Driver & Passenger Seat
  • Premium Package
    • Leather Steering Wheel
    • MBUX Multimedia System with 7" Touchscreen
    • Wet Wiper System
    • Active Lane Keeping Assist
    • Instrument Cluster with Colourdisplay
  • Comfort Plus Package
    • Heated Driver & Passenger Seat
    • Electronically Adjustable Driver & Passenger Seat
  • Low & High Range 4x4 Package
  • Chrome Grill Package
  • Roof - High
  • Roof Rails
  • Parametric Special Module (PSM)
  • Active Distance Assist Distronic
  • Navigation
  • Electrically Heated Windshield
  • Electrically Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Thermotronic Automatic Climate Control
  • Parking Package with 360 Degree Camera
  • Rain Sensor
  • Attention Assist
  • Michelin Tires
  • Alloy 6.5JX16 Wheels
  • All season tires
  • Fog Lamp with Cornering Light Function
  • 5,000 lbs. Towing Package
  • Electric Sliding Passenger Door
  • Acoustic Package

EXTERIOR ADD-ONS:

  • VanCompass 4.3 Suspension Kit
  • 47 Gallon Extended Fuel Tank
  • (5) LT275 x 70R 17LR Tires
  • (5)  Armory 17 x 8 6X130 Black Rhino Armory Rims
  • Flatline Safari Roof Rack
  • Fiama Awning
  • Baja Style Spot Lights
  • Owl Tire Carrier With Ladder
  • Owl Steps / Running Boards
  • Superior Driveline Drive Shaft Disconnect
  • BlueOx Base Plate
  • AireForce One Bracking System

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PROJECT OVERVIEW / UPDATE:

Brief overview of the project - January 2023

Flatline Safari Rack Install - March 2023

Window Install - March 2023