Locations & Banter , January 2019
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Still one run this month. Lots of time to reflect. Like how I wanted 5 kids 
Ended up with 4 girls and it's a madhouse
(Pro tip: try 1 first)
Ended up with 4 girls and it's a madhouse
(Pro tip: try 1 first)
Finally replaced the front transverse leaf spring. Should have done it 100K mi ago ... 
Such a noticeable difference ..
Leaf spring - $285
Bushings & mounts - $100
Labor - $300
Alignment - $85
$770
Such a noticeable difference ..Leaf spring - $285
Bushings & mounts - $100
Labor - $300
Alignment - $85
$770
Nice!Finally replaced the front transverse leaf spring. Should have done it 100K mi ago ...
Leaf spring - $285
Bushings & mounts - $100
Labor - $300
Alignment - $85
$770
Did you by chance get a look at the alignment machine / tools they used? I had issues even getting my E350 done in Ohio, at least at the local shops ($90 for those that could)
I've been doing my own string alignments for the last several years, not on the sprinter yet tho. That'd be a lot of string
Nice!Finally replaced the front transverse leaf spring. Should have done it 100K mi ago ...
Leaf spring - $285
Bushings & mounts - $100
Labor - $300
Alignment - $85
$770
Did you by chance get a look at the alignment machine / tools they used? I had issues even getting my E350 done in Ohio, at least at the local shops ($90 for those that could)
I've been doing my own string alignments for the last several years, not on the sprinter yet tho. That'd be a lot of string
Don't think string alignments are recommended for the '07-'09 NCV3s and beyond. They used a set up that uses lights / lasers. It measures everything down to fractions of an inch and generates a print out once completed. In my experience if you're gonna spend between $70-$100 for an alignment, might as well make sure it's done correctly.
I agree. Spending that money, I had a few bad ones (rushed techs). Surprisingly the string alignment, favored by many racing teams, is just as accurate (done correctly). Toe only, camber / caster I have a manual tool thats only valid on a properly leveled shop floor
That's why I was hoping you saw the machine. Used ones go up on Craigslist type websites all the time, I just don't want one that doesn't fit;
Oh, anyone with a Sprinter - check out the loose rear spring thread on Sprinter source. I mentioned it here I think, but it's one of those things no one thinks to check. My "locator" blocks on top of the springs could be wiggled by hand, sure is nice to bounce around empty without the clackety-clack noises
Rear Axle U Bolt Retorquing - Sprinter-Forum
That's why I was hoping you saw the machine. Used ones go up on Craigslist type websites all the time, I just don't want one that doesn't fit;
Oh, anyone with a Sprinter - check out the loose rear spring thread on Sprinter source. I mentioned it here I think, but it's one of those things no one thinks to check. My "locator" blocks on top of the springs could be wiggled by hand, sure is nice to bounce around empty without the clackety-clack noises
Rear Axle U Bolt Retorquing - Sprinter-Forum
It's so cold in some areas that even the ghosts have put on pants
-55 degrees in Chicago with wind chill. Was that a typo? If not, I've got nothing to complain about
-48 in Ottawa was the coldest I ever experienced
Edit: not a typo Chicago sets its train tracks on fire when it's this cold - CNN
-48 in Ottawa was the coldest I ever experienced
Edit: not a typo Chicago sets its train tracks on fire when it's this cold - CNN
guido4475
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Nice!Finally replaced the front transverse leaf spring. Should have done it 100K mi ago ...
Leaf spring - $285
Bushings & mounts - $100
Labor - $300
Alignment - $85
$770
Did you by chance get a look at the alignment machine / tools they used? I had issues even getting my E350 done in Ohio, at least at the local shops ($90 for those that could)
I've been doing my own string alignments for the last several years, not on the sprinter yet tho. That'd be a lot of string
I have had good results getting my E350 alignment done at Joe Lake Tireman on Telegraph ed in Monroe, Mi. I've been going there for 7 years. My tires wear nice and flat, straight across, not rounding off the edges. It was like 89 bucks for a 3 yr alignment. And yes, this is a complete alignment, not some half a**sed partial alignment like Belle does.
Wildly cold temps ...
Everyone stay safe out there ...
Everyone stay safe out there ...
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And this is why i don't miss Driving a Diesel in the Wintertime ...
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Yay! My pay stub got emailed. I OWE money
So glad I came back in January
I feel for ya. I didn't end up in the negative (by much). But unless something magical happens today, my all miles net business profit for January stands at 11 cents per mile
I can only dream of those days. I haven't had fries, pizza, etc. For over 3 years. I lost the weight but age (and laziness) if fighting to get it back. I gained 2# just looking at your picture. This is week 6 of couch patrol
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How about this ...??
KFC's Cheetos Sandwich sounds fun, but it's available in only parts of three states
guido4475
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And this is why i don't miss Driving a Diesel in the Wintertime ...
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That and quite a few other reasons why I dont miss a diesel in the winter.
Did a Well Paid SC to Charlotte load yesterday afternoon. ..
Now loaded Charlotte, NC to Peru , Illinois...
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Now loaded Charlotte, NC to Peru , Illinois...
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guido4475
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Did a Well Paid SC to Charlotte load yesterday afternoon. ..
Now loaded Charlotte, NC to Peru , Illinois...
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Where'd you load out of SC at?