@@morevanever1311 I would agree with you about the popularity piece for sure. Also, thank you for the kind feedback on our video. Greatly appreciate you taking time to check it out and subscribe to our channel. We’re hoping to continue to grow the channel and share more with the community and EKKo community as well.
Rear leaf spring blocks do not fail. Or cause issues for the axle. It's a solid block of steel. The issue with blocks is they will induce or excentuate axle wrap. No other downsides. Proper springs like Deaver are progressive rate which will improve ride quality while limiting axle wrap and increasing ride height and often suspension travel (depending on shocks).
Very nice! Love CATuned. Max and his crew took care of our 2023 Transit EKKO. Lift, bumper, winch, skid plate etc. Need to go back for the leaf springs. Would love one a set of those panels for our EKKOs rear doors. Especially the rear hatch. Thanks for sharing the details.
@@shawnbrown557 Thank you Shawn. Grateful that you took time to check out our channel and share a comment. It’s a great rig for sure. Revels are pretty amazing as well.
Thank you for the great informational videos and excellent off road footage of your modified Dirty Dolly. I had been thinking of importing a Palmo modified Hymer ml-580 but what you have done with Dolly is outstanding. Thank you. Just remember imitation is the greatest form of flattery! Would you think it would be much trouble to install a Daewoo Mini washer/dryer in the rear storage compartment?
Great looking rig and nice mods… well done. Curious on a couple items: 1) did the 33s impact your mileage much? 2) while not a power beast to begin with, has there been any noticeable power loss with the 33s? 3) lastly, any warranty voiding concerns with the fuel tank and suspension mods? Thanks in advance for answering my question and I’m looking forward to future videos!
I don't think there's any performance loss. Considering you're tossing 2 rear steelies that weight 44lbs each. I've run up to 34's without noticing any power loss on my 3500XD.
great video!! a local dealer just quoted me about 27K. ballpark for those mods Im not sure that included the fuel tank or rear leafs. they did the kings and single wheel conversion. How does the rig ride and drive compared to stock? hiw much of a hit did mileage take? They showed me the amount of sway on a stock unit versus the modded with king shocks and it was a big difference and they said they drive a lot better.
Hello, First off, thank you for checking out our channel and following along with our adventures! I think you're spot on regarding labor costs for the mods. Which area of the country or dealership are you getting your quotes from? As for fuel economy, it's hard to pin down exactly, but on this trip, we’re averaging around 14 miles per gallon, though it can vary. I’ve had times with slightly less and some with quite a bit more. Once we wrap up this trip, I’ll have a better idea of where our fuel mileage stands and can share more accurate numbers. If there’s anything we can do to help with ordering products, feel free to reach out. We distribute most of the products on our vehicle and also have affiliate programs set up. If you order through us and it’s part of our affiliate program, it helps us earn a small percentage that goes toward creating more content and funding new adventures to share!
I just picked up some of those bags as well! Currently debating whether to pick up a used 2022 or new 2025 Ekko. The main hangup I’m not sure about is navigating this unit in cities and parking lots vs. the mobility of a Class B. That said, I know it’s only about 3 inches wider and 3 feet longer than the largest Class Bs. Do you mind please sharing your experience parking this in “normal” parking spots like grocery stores, running errands, etc? Thank you!
Do the Terrawagen Desert Defender fender flares not fit over the rear wheels or did you just not like the look? I'm guessing there isn't enough room between the wheel well and cargo door.
Hello, to the best of my knowledge, it does not fit and not an application on the EKKO specifically. Reason is the rear “box” is a Winnebago build and doesn’t carry over the lines of the rear van build fender wells. The fronts are really the game changer on this. Don’t happen to have an EKKO or Sprinter?
I spoke to CA Tunned last week and said I want the Ekkonester Package and they sent me a quote. Your prices matched right on. Are you considering any battery upgrade and how is the 330 working out for your needs? Is your rig a wrap or did Winnabago actually paint the entire rear cabin?
@@arakasarian7885 Thank you for following along with our channel. Greatly appreciate the support and how long you’ve been supporting our channel. How long ago did you pick up your EKKO? I can share more info on our thoughts regarding the current lithium capacity and what to expect if you want to email us through our website. As for the color, CDI in Iowa paints the Selenite grey for Winnebago directly. I’d be happy to give you some thoughts to consider on this as well.
@@ekkonesters599wait, this is a custom paint job? I thought I saw a bunch of Ekkos with the same color in your video where you pick her up from the dealer.
@@ekkonesters599 I bought my Sprekko in mid June. Have not taken it out yet to see how it travels. Would love to pick your brain on my build. Will look for your email address.
Hey Jason we’ve been following your channel since you started can I ask what the total cost of all the upgrades you did on your Ekko including labor and where did you have it done?
There isn't anything in the market that is equivalent to the King Shocks for the Sprinters (nothing designed specifically for the 2500 or 3500 chassis).
Did you relocated the outside temp sensor somewhere else? Since my bumper install the temp sensor is getting baked in the metal bumper and reads ~10 degrees higher when it is in the sun. Are you seeing the same?
The Selenite Grey is a color that Winnebago now offers. As for the cost, each dealer seems to provide a little different answer, But Litchsinn RV disclosed the information on a TH-cam video as other cost. I’ll need to find it, but I believe it was $4200 while other dealers quoted $6200 and above. The company that paints the vehicle is CDI in Iowa
Deavers are in my immediate future and the front mods as you did. Great look for sure with the flairs and really enjoying the channel. Only follow up I have is with the new suspension and deavers what is the new height increase? Can it make it through a starbux drivethrogh the wife is asking?
@@erickleon3115 Lol on Starbucks drive through. That may be a challenge. In all seriousness thank you for taking time to check out our channel. At the rear bumper measuring to the top of the bumper with the super singles and tires, I’m 40”. If you go to our website and send me an email, I can provide some more details and even give you a call if you’d like. www.ekkonesters.com. www.Adventurenesters.co We sell the product as well.
Jason, Scott here- I have a question, hopefully you can shed light on. Our Ekko arrived today in Tucson from Forrest City. So excited. Ive been on the internet searching for storage bags or the like to store and organize gear on the two Molle panels in the gear garage, can you share some of the items, products you use to keep the garage neat and orderly? Thanks so much!
How much weight did you "bolt" on to the Ekko ? I might consider the DEAVER Leaf Springs. Not interested in spending thousands on those shocks, need to find something a bit more budget friendly. My use case is mainly highway use and an occasional dirt road here or there.
Hello, thanks for checking out our channel. That’s a great question on the weight (pre vs post). I do have a pre weight from a certified scale, but I now need to stop by the same truck scale house and get a post weight. I know this for sure, we reduced weight with the new tire and wheel package as I weighed these separately. But added some weight with the bumper at 100 lbs and roughly 60 lbs on the winch. I’ll try and get this info updated soon.
@@SkySkier the dealers are definitely worth the money. I’d have to do a little research and see about the use of stock shocks with the Deavers. Are you considering the super Single package?
@@ekkonesters599 Not considering the super single package at this time. I've had my Sprekko a couple of months. I'm still trying to get the darn thing outfitted with the "normal" stuff before heading out for a month trip. There is only so much $$ to go around. I did use a certain "code" to pick up a Trail Fire Grill :)
Thanks to Jason and Max at CaTuned, I have the bumper, winch, shackles, skid plate on our 2023 EKKO transit. CaTuned also installed our lift. Next on wish list will be a set list for springs for the rear. I installed the Baja LP6’s using the Garmin PowerSwitch myself. Thanks Jason for all your help and recommendations!!
That seems too heavy and tall for off road. Not stealth for the city. But great for camping and travel and that's exactly the market for this motorhome.
I love this vehicle and the mods but will say... Mercedes or Winnie should of painted the entire vehicle including att that white they missed. sorta a bad look. But we got ours on the way regardless. 🚚
@@ekkonesters599 We will grab ours from LaMesa in Phoenix. Originally went for the adventure van Tiffin or Overlander but once Traci saw the Ekko and the room and plushness she was not looking any other direction.
@svenhodaka9145 promasters are only 2 wheel. I want to do the dempster and daulton hwys. Mercedes are more expensive to fix and I hate DEF. The transit chassis is a very respected platform to build on.
@@AndrewHammans I’m interested in driving the Dempster to Tuk as well. The Sprinter has a really strong reputation and are all around the world. I suspect that some of the problems are self induced by the owner. With Ultra low sulphur diesel in N America and buying brand name def most owners have no issues. 🤔
Great Ekko tour! I think the Sprekkos are gaining in popularity
@@morevanever1311 I would agree with you about the popularity piece for sure.
Also, thank you for the kind feedback on our video.
Greatly appreciate you taking time to check it out and subscribe to our channel.
We’re hoping to continue to grow the channel and share more with the community and EKKo community as well.
Rear leaf spring blocks do not fail. Or cause issues for the axle. It's a solid block of steel. The issue with blocks is they will induce or excentuate axle wrap. No other downsides. Proper springs like Deaver are progressive rate which will improve ride quality while limiting axle wrap and increasing ride height and often suspension travel (depending on shocks).
Fantastic looking result by painting the coach to match the cab! Great job.👏 👌
@@svenhodaka9145 Thank you. 🙏
Good information! Nice to know costs. Great job again!
@@JaxineMartin Thank you. Greatly appreciate your supporting our channel.
Thank You so much for doing all of this. Look forward to your next videos.
@@MICHEAL1974 You are very welcome and thank you for the watching the channel. Wishing you a great day.
Very nice! Love CATuned. Max and his crew took care of our 2023 Transit EKKO. Lift, bumper, winch, skid plate etc. Need to go back for the leaf springs. Would love one a set of those panels for our EKKOs rear doors. Especially the rear hatch. Thanks for sharing the details.
Send me a message I can sell the rears as they fit well
@@ekkonesters599 yea, that darn notch they put in the side garage doors for the BSM system messed up the fit. I’ll send you a message soon. Thx.
Nice job...where's the skid plates? That fuel tank isn't protected from off roading...
My thoughts exactly. Doing all those overlanding mods and forgetting skid plates seems weird. Hope it's in the process.
That was an awesome video. Making me think that it is time to consider upgrading from our 2019 Revel soon!
@@shawnbrown557 Thank you Shawn. Grateful that you took time to check out our channel and share a comment. It’s a great rig for sure. Revels are pretty amazing as well.
I’m looking for a used overland camper van
Thank you for the great informational videos and excellent off road footage of your modified Dirty Dolly. I had been thinking of importing a Palmo modified Hymer ml-580 but what you have done with Dolly is outstanding. Thank you. Just remember imitation is the greatest form of flattery! Would you think it would be much trouble to install a Daewoo Mini washer/dryer in the rear storage compartment?
Great looking rig and nice mods… well done. Curious on a couple items: 1) did the 33s impact your mileage much? 2) while not a power beast to begin with, has there been any noticeable power loss with the 33s? 3) lastly, any warranty voiding concerns with the fuel tank and suspension mods? Thanks in advance for answering my question and I’m looking forward to future videos!
I don't think there's any performance loss. Considering you're tossing 2 rear steelies that weight 44lbs each. I've run up to 34's without noticing any power loss on my 3500XD.
Informative video. I’m interested to hear more about the Deaver spring order and installation process.
@@gregchapdelaine4889 hello Greg, Jason here if you have a moment, can you reach out to me via our website www.ekkonesters.com. Thanks. 🙏
What’s the total cost, vehicle plus mods?
great video!! a local dealer just quoted me about 27K. ballpark for those mods Im not sure that included the fuel tank or rear leafs. they did the kings and single wheel conversion. How does the rig ride and drive compared to stock? hiw much of a hit did mileage take?
They showed me the amount of sway on a stock unit versus the modded with king shocks and it was a big difference and they said they drive a lot better.
Hello,
First off, thank you for checking out our channel and following along with our adventures! I think you're spot on regarding labor costs for the mods.
Which area of the country or dealership are you getting your quotes from?
As for fuel economy, it's hard to pin down exactly, but on this trip, we’re averaging around 14 miles per gallon, though it can vary. I’ve had times with slightly less and some with quite a bit more. Once we wrap up this trip, I’ll have a better idea of where our fuel mileage stands and can share more accurate numbers.
If there’s anything we can do to help with ordering products, feel free to reach out. We distribute most of the products on our vehicle and also have affiliate programs set up. If you order through us and it’s part of our affiliate program, it helps us earn a small percentage that goes toward creating more content and funding new adventures to share!
What's the scale weight with a full tank of fuel, water and the two of you? Have you weighed it?
thanks Jason! did y'all do the 2" lift or just the front/ rear shocks and leaf springs? looks really great!
I just picked up some of those bags as well! Currently debating whether to pick up a used 2022 or new 2025 Ekko. The main hangup I’m not sure about is navigating this unit in cities and parking lots vs. the mobility of a Class B. That said, I know it’s only about 3 inches wider and 3 feet longer than the largest Class Bs. Do you mind please sharing your experience parking this in “normal” parking spots like grocery stores, running errands, etc? Thank you!
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Do the Terrawagen Desert Defender fender flares not fit over the rear wheels or did you just not like the look? I'm guessing there isn't enough room between the wheel well and cargo door.
Hello, to the best of my knowledge, it does not fit and not an application on the EKKO specifically. Reason is the rear “box” is a Winnebago build and doesn’t carry over the lines of the rear van build fender wells.
The fronts are really the game changer on this. Don’t happen to have an EKKO or Sprinter?
@@ekkonesters599 My new Ekko 23B Selenite will hopefully arrive in a week or so. It rolled off the assembly line yesterday. 😀
I spoke to CA Tunned last week and said I want the Ekkonester Package and they sent me a quote. Your prices matched right on.
Are you considering any battery upgrade and how is the 330 working out for your needs? Is your rig a wrap or did Winnabago actually paint the entire rear cabin?
@@arakasarian7885 Thank you for following along with our channel. Greatly appreciate the support and how long you’ve been supporting our channel. How long ago did you pick up your EKKO?
I can share more info on our thoughts regarding the current lithium capacity and what to expect if you want to email us through our website.
As for the color, CDI in Iowa paints the Selenite grey for Winnebago directly. I’d be happy to give you some thoughts to consider on this as well.
Is the roof white or painted Selenite?, considering bifacial solar panels and white will reflect more efficiently!
@@ekkonesters599wait, this is a custom paint job? I thought I saw a bunch of Ekkos with the same color in your video where you pick her up from the dealer.
@@ekkonesters599 I bought my Sprekko in mid June. Have not taken it out yet to see how it travels. Would love to pick your brain on my build. Will look for your email address.
Hey Jason we’ve been following your channel since you started can I ask what the total cost of all the upgrades you did on your Ekko including labor and where did you have it done?
What shop did your suspension? Is there a Fox Shocks equivalent?
@@PaulZelis Hi Paul, can you reach out to me via email through our website www.ekkonesters.com. Thanks.
There isn't anything in the market that is equivalent to the King Shocks for the Sprinters (nothing designed specifically for the 2500 or 3500 chassis).
Did you relocated the outside temp sensor somewhere else? Since my bumper install the temp sensor is getting baked in the metal bumper and reads ~10 degrees higher when it is in the sun. Are you seeing the same?
So far we haven’t had any issues. Hit the will keep my eye on it. Thanks for the feedback.
What was the total cost of all the Mods and were you able to order the paint through Winnebago? What did it cost? Thanks
The Selenite Grey is a color that Winnebago now offers. As for the cost, each dealer seems to provide a little different answer, But Litchsinn RV disclosed the information on a TH-cam video as other cost. I’ll need to find it, but I believe it was $4200 while other dealers quoted $6200 and above. The company that paints the vehicle is CDI in Iowa
Deavers are in my immediate future and the front mods as you did. Great look for sure with the flairs and really enjoying the channel. Only follow up I have is with the new suspension and deavers what is the new height increase? Can it make it through a starbux drivethrogh the wife is asking?
@@erickleon3115 Lol on Starbucks drive through. That may be a challenge.
In all seriousness thank you for taking time to check out our channel.
At the rear bumper measuring to the top of the bumper with the super singles and tires, I’m 40”. If you go to our website and send me an email, I can provide some more details and even give you a call if you’d like.
www.ekkonesters.com.
www.Adventurenesters.co
We sell the product as well.
Jason, Scott here- I have a question, hopefully you can shed light on. Our Ekko arrived today in Tucson from Forrest City. So excited. Ive been on the internet searching for storage bags or the like to store and organize gear on the two Molle panels in the gear garage, can you share some of the items, products you use to keep the garage neat and orderly? Thanks so much!
What size is the chassis is it to 3500 or the 4500
@@dannycaldron430 Hello Danny, great question, the EKKO is built on the 3500 Mercedes Chassis.
@@ekkonesters599 thank you
Is it available in Australia too?
@@markmacapolo4413 The vehicle or parts?
@ekkonesters599 the vehicle. I've been watching your videos in Australia by the way.
Is your motorhome accepted in California oregon and washington. Just wondering. My wife and I love watching your videos.
How much weight did you "bolt" on to the Ekko ? I might consider the DEAVER Leaf Springs. Not interested in spending thousands on those shocks, need to find something a bit more budget friendly. My use case is mainly highway use and an occasional dirt road here or there.
Hello, thanks for checking out our channel. That’s a great question on the weight (pre vs post). I do have a pre weight from a certified scale, but I now need to stop by the same truck scale house and get a post weight. I know this for sure, we reduced weight with the new tire and wheel package as I weighed these separately. But added some weight with the bumper at 100 lbs and roughly 60 lbs on the winch.
I’ll try and get this info updated soon.
@@SkySkier the dealers are definitely worth the money. I’d have to do a little research and see about the use of stock shocks with the Deavers.
Are you considering the super Single package?
@@ekkonesters599 Not considering the super single package at this time. I've had my Sprekko a couple of months. I'm still trying to get the darn thing outfitted with the "normal" stuff before heading out for a month trip. There is only so much $$ to go around. I did use a certain "code" to pick up a Trail Fire Grill :)
@@ekkonesters599 Did you have a ballpark on installation cost for the Deaver Leaf pack ?
Thanks to Jason and Max at CaTuned, I have the bumper, winch, shackles, skid plate on our 2023 EKKO transit. CaTuned also installed our lift. Next on wish list will be a set list for springs for the rear. I installed the Baja LP6’s using the Garmin PowerSwitch myself.
Thanks Jason for all your help and recommendations!!
That seems too heavy and tall for off road. Not stealth for the city. But great for camping and travel and that's exactly the market for this motorhome.
City parking is hit and miss as for the weight so far, we’ve been pretty happy given the suspension upgrades gone with.
I think Jason may be afraid to add it all up, LOL
@@PMUP2016 😂 You’re not kidding. How did you know.? lol
I love this vehicle and the mods but will say... Mercedes or Winnie should of painted the entire vehicle including att that white they missed. sorta a bad look. But we got ours on the way regardless. 🚚
@@erickleon3115 I agree 100%.
That was the disappointing part.
By the way, where did you pick yours up at?
@@ekkonesters599 We will grab ours from LaMesa in Phoenix. Originally went for the adventure van Tiffin or Overlander but once Traci saw the Ekko and the room and plushness she was not looking any other direction.
Prefer geR boxes on back. Just my opinion
Definitely have there place in the vans with the rear doors. Totally agree.
Would love to know having NO skid plates how is the fuel tank or underside protected?
😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
@@bjtravelersRV 😊
...you said do do😂
Lol, I know. I was like, what the heck. 🤣
Wow, all that money on a fast depreciating van.
Any RVs that don't depreciate?
Diesel, Mercedes and off-road. lmao.
@@malanalan1 yep, good times for sure.
I'll buy a Transit first before I ever buy a Mercedes or even worse, a promaster!
@@AndrewHammans ✌️👍
@AndrewHammans I’m interested in your choice. What would you say are the top three advantages? Thanks
@svenhodaka9145 promasters are only 2 wheel. I want to do the dempster and daulton hwys. Mercedes are more expensive to fix and I hate DEF. The transit chassis is a very respected platform to build on.
@@AndrewHammans I’m interested in driving the Dempster to Tuk as well. The Sprinter has a really strong reputation and are all around the world. I suspect that some of the problems are self induced by the owner. With Ultra low sulphur diesel in N America and buying brand name def most owners have no issues. 🤔