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Please let me know if you have suggestions, tips, or ideas for better on-the-road comforts in Class B vans.
We drive a small 19-foot Class B, which is great for getting us around any town's traffic issues.

1. The first modification I made was lifting the hood to replace or check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). A few times, I almost closed the Mercedes-Benz hood without releasing the hood hold pin, which could have bent the hood. To address this, I added some hood struts on both sides, allowing me to lift and close the hood without any issues or time loss.
2. At the back of my Grech, I noticed there is no trunk due to the ION battery packs being loaded. However, I observed a lot of space between the doors and the back seat. I added two clips to secure both the power cord and the small water hose in place.
3. I was a bit shocked to see the empty fuel tank read 20 gallons, knowing that it has a capacity of 24.5 gallons.
4. I have added a notebook with transparent plastic inserts to hold information, check sheets, departure charts and forums. I also placed a hand soap dish in the bathroom shower.
5. I found some collapsible buckets that come in handy for various tasks.
6. DW found us some great translucent plastic boxes for storing needed items. The boxes will lock when closed.
7. Under the passenger's side seat, I found that I could order another Round Key security Box made of metal to keep the camera in while shopping. I found a Coachmen RV in the parts department. The Metal Box slides in the open area about 9" with a fabric lining. Great for security documents.
 
Regardless of what type of RV anyone has, WD-40 is a fantastic cleaner for just about everything. Spray it on, wipe it off, dirt...grease...oils...scuff marks...crayon...dead bugs guts ... road tar splats on the side of your vehicle, all gone! YouTube videos have hundreds of uses for WD-40. It's one of your better traveling companions. Your RV will love you for having it handy.
 
Regardless of what type of RV anyone has, WD-40 is a fantastic cleaner for just about everything. Spray it on, wipe it off, dirt...grease...oils...scuff marks...crayon...dead bugs guts ... road tar splats on the side of your vehicle, all gone! YouTube videos have hundreds of uses for WD-40. It's one of your better traveling companions. Your RV will love you for having it handy.
There are many types of WD-40, and it is good to know, as I wonder if it would have any effect on clearcoat. Then why are many RVers getting the CO Aero Coat? But which WD-40 do you suggest?
 
Please let me know if you have suggestions, tips, or ideas for better on-the-road comforts in Class B vans.
We drive a small 19-foot Class B, which is great for getting us around any town's traffic issues.

1. The first modification I made was lifting the hood to replace or check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). A few times, I almost closed the Mercedes-Benz hood without releasing the hood hold pin, which could have bent the hood. To address this, I added some hood struts on both sides, allowing me to lift and close the hood without any issues or time loss.Box side view.jpegBox Bottom Linth.jpeg
2. At the back of my Grech, I noticed there is no trunk due to the ION battery packs being loaded. However, I observed a lot of space between the doors and the back seat. I added two clips to secure both the power cord and the small water hose in place.
3. I was a bit shocked to see the empty fuel tank read 20 gallons, knowing that it has a capacity of 24.5 gallons.
4. I have added a notebook with transparent plastic inserts to hold information, check sheets, departure charts and forums. I also placed a hand soap dish in the bathroom shower.
5. I found some collapsible buckets that come in handy for various tasks.
6. DW found us some great translucent plastic boxes for storing needed items. The boxes will lock when closed.
7. Under the passenger's side seat, I found that I could order another Round Key security Box made of metal to keep the camera in while shopping. I found a Coachmen RV in the parts department. The Metal Box slides in the open area about 9" with a fabric lining. Great for security documents.
Item 7: Here are some photos of the box from Coachmen for Mercedes Benz.
Box bottom size.jpegBox inside covering.jpeg

Hood Strut Kit to hold up the front hood, "CLICK HERE".
 
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Regardless of what type of RV anyone has, WD-40 is a fantastic cleaner for just about everything. Spray it on, wipe it off, dirt...grease...oils...scuff marks...crayon...dead bugs guts ... road tar splats on the side of your vehicle, all gone! YouTube videos have hundreds of uses for WD-40. It's one of your better traveling companions. Your RV will love you for having it handy.
Many years ago I was savagely attacked when I professed a love of WD40 on this very forum. Many people told me that WD40 was horrible and useless for lubricating anything. It is a "dry spray" and will stop working immediately. I pointed out that the first words you see on the can is 'lubricate'. I also pointed out that I have been using WD40 for lubricating things since the 60s. I never had anything dry out.

I am so glad to see someone else loves WD40 and you aren't getting attacked like I was.
 
Many years ago I was savagely attacked when I professed a love of WD40 on this very forum. Many people told me that WD40 was horrible and useless for lubricating anything. It is a "dry spray" and will stop working immediately. I pointed out that the first words you see on the can is 'lubricate'. I also pointed out that I have been using WD40 for lubricating things since the 60s. I never had anything dry out.

I am so glad to see someone else loves WD40 and you aren't getting attacked like I was.
wd40 seems wet to me when you spray it 🙂

i prefer fluid film for some jobs but still keep wd40 on hand and use it as much as the fluid film
 
Please let me know if you have suggestions, tips, or ideas for better on-the-road comforts in Class B vans.
We drive a small 19-foot Class B, which is great for getting us around any town's traffic issues.

1. The first modification I made was lifting the hood to replace or check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). A few times, I almost closed the Mercedes-Benz hood without releasing the hood hold pin, which could have bent the hood. To address this, I added some hood struts on both sides, allowing me to lift and close the hood without any issues or time loss.
2. At the back of my Grech, I noticed there is no trunk due to the ION battery packs being loaded. However, I observed a lot of space between the doors and the back seat. I added two clips to secure both the power cord and the small water hose in place.
3. I was a bit shocked to see the empty fuel tank read 20 gallons, knowing that it has a capacity of 24.5 gallons.
4. I have added a notebook with transparent plastic inserts to hold information, check sheets, departure charts and forums. I also placed a hand soap dish in the bathroom shower.
5. I found some collapsible buckets that come in handy for various tasks.
6. DW found us some great translucent plastic boxes for storing needed items. The boxes will lock when closed.
7. Under the passenger's side seat, I found that I could order another Round Key security Box made of metal to keep the camera in while shopping. I found a Coachmen RV in the parts department. The Metal Box slides in the open area about 9" with a fabric lining. Great for security documents.


Check out this photo of one of the two hood struts I installed on each side! While they don’t come standard with the Mercedes-Benz van, I’m excited to share that I found them an easy aftermarket option that requires no modifications—just the kit! It’s so convenient, especially since I often lift the hood to add DEF fluid about every six fill-ups during my trips. This little upgrade makes all the difference! Again, for my sprinter, I must add new DEF approximately every six fill-ups.
Hood Structs.jpgOWL VANS Hood Strut Kit.jpg
 
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