The Most POINTLESS upgrade to my Sprinter Van.
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Thanks much for watching friend! As always, catch ya in the next one.
Levi
ps. Remember, life's better when you make stuff!
Just enjoying the van trip zone and putting the camera down is bliss sometimes.
Awesome! I love my recent upgrade to Squarespace! Also, your mentor seems like a cool guy, I see why you enjoyed hanging out there!
Amazing how small the world is. I was introduced to you through Jesse & Allissa, then connected again watching Trent Palmer. Watching this Video I see our friend Jeff pop around the corner. He is a teacher at my kids school and an all around cool dude. Then I see you cruising around our local stomping grounds like a local. A small world indeed.
This is so good and love all the little pop ins of people and the effort to just connect with them off camera. Nice one yet again. Loving how this channel is changing and growing with you Levi
The 395 corridor is one of my favorites. Wheel issues aside, it looked like a great trip.
I got to say they do look pretty good. Agreed hopefully they are more rugged. Cant wait to see the rest of the vid!
Here’s hoping with editing and such that you’re actually back home in Canada already with the pandemic and borders closing and such. Love your content and hope you’re safe, healthy, and together with your lovely wife during these stressful times.
Yeah. My return and the events in the last week is what delayed the release of this video. I’ve been back in Canada for a while
Pavement Princess! Love that...we used to call the MX bikes guys would just haul in the back of there pickup...we would call them Trophy Bikes. Enjoy the vids and learned a new term. Have fun!
This is awesome. I love how you made it a point to connect with friends. The new wheels look great on the van
Rad video Levi! I agree, its awesome being able to pull over and work from your Van or Bus 👍 Keep killing it
It makes me so happy to see Jeven AND Josh pop into your life!
Yay, good to see Coolman Coffee Dan! Wheels might seem like a pointless upgrade, but you sure would miss them if they were gone! They look pretty cool, too!
Nice Rims - good to get an update where was the surfing ? Hope you are both well with eveythign that is goign on it is starting to hit us here in more ways then one !
Bummer about the rims but the new ones look good. Hope they hold up for you. Watched the adds to do my part to help
Nice garage. Good friends on the road. Godspeed man.
Great days and safe travels Levi... be well
awesome vid. I am a south lake tahoe local. We were just at the adventure Van expo today. I think we saw this green van today. I hope I didnt miss you. cool to see Cody Blue and the plane dude, I follow both those channels. I just got a van a couple weeks ago, I am keeping up on videos. I hope to enter the Life is better when you Make Stuff, video comp.
If ever in California and in need of a sprinter mechanic or new and used parts, hit up Anatoli at Sprinter Expert in Pacoima CA in the valley. Plenty of rims there. I’ve used sprinter mechanics across the US and he’s the most honest, fair, and very knowledgeable Sprinter mechanic I’ve ever come across. We all know how hard it is to find a good honest mechanic, he’s a rare find. I dread having to use Mercedes mechanics and others.
Have to agree... I sold my 04 sprinter when I couldn't find anyone who knew what they were doing. Same with my Volvo 850... need to know a guru!
Double thumbs up if I could. Great storytelling from a most likable storyteller.
Hopefully you got a guarantee on the new wheels, FYI, every wheel shop I've ever been in uses silicon as a sealant. Take a tube of 20 year, cut the top off and empty it onto the rim. Take a throw away paint brush and move the silicon around the inside of the wheel till it's coated. Let it dry, mount the tires.
You have great adventures and good attitude whether they go good or bad. You also introduced me to Trent Palmer channel which is great also. Keep up the great content and enjoying every minute of your adventures. Awesome van by the way...
Jeff is the man! What a cool guy!
Many of my favorite peeps in one vlog
My cousin is an engineer on a navy submarine. He likes to loosen the wheel nuts while the cars still on the ground. Then jacks it up to take the nuts and wheel off. I've found that helps :)
Great tip
Dude, first you need to loosen the screws a bit, then lift! Otherwise your van can fall from the jack.
butcherneck first thing I saw too lol. Clearly not a mechanic
@@KyleHammerquist155 clearly. That's a great tip Butcherneck. Having the van fall would suck. A few other people mentioned doing this as well and I will definitely break the lugs before lifting next time. Either way I try treat the van on a jack like it could fall at any moment just so I never end up underneath a van that's not on stands
Also it not just because it could fall off the jack but you don’t need to try and stop the tire from spinning because it’s grounded while you reef on the wrench.
Even I saw that😂
You’re doing good man no need to explain why you’re showing your friends the vids are awesome to watch
Cant wait for the next one, amazing skills. Thank you
Truly nice wheels! Worth the investment. We thought you showed amazing patience in your last video!
This channel is waaaay to good ! Hello from Paris !
Interesting that you have a cutter hanging from your mirror, and a Cessna on your hat 😊
Ouch expense but peace of mind is priceless as they say....and I do mean “they” 🤪🤩🤪🤪
you should get some merch like Jeffs toque. I want that beanie he's wearing.
Hi Levi, thanks for making these videos, I love them! So your still ride mountain bikes at all and if not, why not? Get together with your friend Tyler Klassen and make some videos about it!
Love it dude!
Cool drive, wheels look good.
dude I love the video style, if you added a few photos these would be so much like Andrew Kearns' my favorite TH-camr, obviously that's not your vision I just thought I'd share how much I like this style, right on man
I’m thinking of getting some Owl Vans wheels and maybe KO2 tires for my sprinter.
What a trip! :) Enjoying the updates
Great vid man, enjoying following the road trip 🤙🤙🤙
So you bought some more very rare size wheels? wouldn't it be prudent and also easier to replace in the future if you were to swap out the hubs for a more common bolt pattern. it's been years since I've done anything with my car like this but I don't remember that being super expensive.
Ah, probably impractical though. Anyway keep on truckin Levi, love the channel.
What aspect ratio do you export in? it’s perfect for mobile youtube! awesome video and editing as always Levi
Cool wheels! I just blew my brakes on my van :p it sucks to not be rolling so I understand the need to upgrade! 😛
love those vids man ! really really cool !
Lol Pavement Princess...never heard that term but I'm using it now!
Tahoe is my backyard! Such a great place to explore
I like the new wheels. WOW!
Nice upgrade what are the size wheel specs and tires you used? Looking to do same set up on my t1n
Which ND are you using for your videos with the GH5? Stay Safe and Safe Travels!
I’m inheriting a 2006 Winnebago Navion(Mercedes turbo diesel/SmDodge sprinter 3500 chassis). It needs some repairs and plenty of refurbishing but it has some major upgrades and repairs.
Running nice wheels on campers and vans is great as the stock wheels are usually boring A.F.!!!
It’s like the factory tries to design ugly ass wheels for vans.
I had a similar problem. Solved by putting an inner tube in the tire
What size rim you had originally and size tires? What brand rims dis you get?
wow, you met up with quite a few creators, thats awesome!
nice, xd riims, I was actually thinking of getting those on my truck, but in much wider stance.
I have the same year sprinter as you. Can I ask what that set of wheels and tires set you back? I want to get the same setup.
Fresh snow?? Holy cow Tahoe and Mammoth are getting hammered yesterday and today (3/16 and 3/17) but the slopes are closed due to the scary virus that nobody I know has.
What rim you go with? Looks good! Did rim leak because you tried to put 245's on a 6' rim? I want to run 245's but have heard complaints about them potentially not fitting right on a rim as small as the 6' stock.
Mine fit great on both steal and the new alloys. I have yet to hear from someone who didn’t like the switch
@@Levi_Allen what size and type of wheels?
I'M DIGGING THAT BENZ SPRINTER! I'M SAVING FOR ONE, PLAN ON SELLING BOTH MY HARLEYS AND MY 02 4RUNNER LIMITED OVERLAND AND DOING THE VAN LIFE OVER THE IOWA WINTERS. DOING THE SNOW BIRD! I WAS SCARED OF MB UNTIL I STUDIED ALL THE DIY MAINTENANCE FOR THE DIESEL, NOT SCARED NOW AND IT'S WHAT I REALLY WANT. ENJOYING YOUR CHANNEL, NEW SUB. FROM THE 641... IS YOU MB A I4 DIESEL?
Hi Levi, it's Anthony here. I've been following you since Nevada and have been looking at related content. I appreciate your content and skills. It appears that you have interesting surprises along the way. I could be receiving some mentoring. Cheers !
Honestly, new rims made your trip go on so it's the least pointless upgrade to the van.
What were the options? Stay parked for weeks with flat tires?
Christian Holmstedt I’m confused by this title as well
I've got an 04 Freightliner just like yours and I'm in the process of looking for wheels. Can you send me the part number of those wheels because I was told the XDs wouldn't fit because of clearance issues.
They do rub with bigger tires. These are the 90 somethings I think. I already have part of my wheel well ground away
@@Levi_Allen I know I'm going to have to cut the inner fender away to run bigger BFG tires. I was told that the wheels wouldn't fit though regardless of tire size.
Why alloy and not steel?
What are all the details on the rims? I’ve got a t1n also, how are they holding up..
Is this the last time the tires were changed before the wheel fell off ?
Love your vlogs! Matti Haapoja says hi.
Add info about the new wheels you buy, to help others. Brand? Model?
Thanks!!
livin' the dream, love it man!
Very cool. 🙌
Levi, love your videos but you are killing me with this wheel thing! All that matters in vehicle; wheels,tires, front end suspension, brakes, and all parts involved with these. Your engine is actually last! As it won’t kill you. Your van starts with the tires and move up from there
A prettier rim doesn’t make it work better as a rim. Steel is a better option in my opinion for wheels
Levi Allen not my point
Chris Bethmann then why is it “killing you” that I said upgrading rims is a pointless upgrade.
Levi Allen they are safety issues, with the leaking I question the integrity of entire wheel, especially with you driving in the mountains, not trying to dog you,
Levi Allen sorry but I worked at firestone for years, doing the things I listed, I will say, I’ve never seen a wheel that leaked
Cool friends. This was first vlog that got me in to your content nice to see u enjoy life (subbed)
Hi Levi, just wondering if you can link or help me find the video of your mates off road gladiator! :) Cheers
Paul
Hey Levi, just picked up your channel from Trent Palmers. Surf Shorties or Longboards?
i just recently learned that my older sprinter 2004 only has 1 type of mag an 1 type of wheel. I was like wtf.
If you want to come to Colorado hit me up!
daymn, u use Phillips monitors, they are great and affordable, dont knoe y ppl dont buy these more
that daniel coffee person is maybe the most Californian person i’ve ever seen.
8:08 correction, Squarespace in the van! 😂😂
Definitely not a pointless upgrade they make the Van look ten time as food as it did before. 👌🏻
This typo is a year old already.
@@MaunoKoivistoOfficial 😂😂😂
If you come through Texas, come visit...
Ballin Wheels
What kind of tires are those, the look aggressive
Bfg k02
so sick
The one upgrade you should have gotten was interior height....How much more was the van that was tall enough for you to stand straight up in?
I don’t think you know how tall I am
Too tall to stand straight up in your van. Must have been a great deal, just not tall enough....deal killer for me.
CinePost your right. Too tall. I should just buy a house
I’m thinking you need to do a show on Sportsmobile...or similar. Are there other pop top kits for your van available? Would make a good show....just saying.
and then, 10 days later, a wheel is like, let me free!
WHeels are he nicest piece of that van
Cody Blue!!
Wheel issues have been round for years.
you could have just installed inner tubes till you got home and shopped around.
Hey Levi, do you still keep in contact with Casey?
When did u film this?... cos the usa is in lockdown now.
There is literally a date in the opening shot
@@Levi_Allen yeah thanks for that... i never saw it.
what software do you use to edit?
Love your videos man! I thought you always said "Hey Friend" in all the vids, not this time😕......😁
Does anyone know how many miles he has on it?
400,000km
Sweeeet wheels Levi
Mammoth/June Lake if fuckin awesome any time of year! My heart's home!
... thanks for this... ~ S
You can be in self isolation and travel!
Les Schwab rules. They will take care of you for life. When I was 21 two of my tires were slashed at a trailhead. All my Id and only charge card were stolen. Les Schwab gave me two new tires with a 30 day no interest loan on just my signature. I will never get tires
anywhere else.
All those familiar TH-cam faces.... 💖🔥😎 #keepingitreal #humanconnections
Sounds like you had some wheel issues...... 😂
Did you ever find that powder? I know a guy