20170727 Edit:Add your vehicle info to all your posts automatically!!!!!It will help you to get answers. Thank you.
The most direct method is probably in your "Details".
In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links".
Scroll down to the "Custom User Title" box.
Click in that box and type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year) and 2500 or 3500.
Scroll down to the "Save Changes" box. Click on that and you are done.
Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of your member icon.
The other place is in your "Signature".
In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links".
Select "Edit Signature".
Scroll down to the text box which looks like what you use to add a post to the forum. Type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year) and 2500 or 3500.
Scroll down to "Preview Signature". If the preview looks like what you want, scroll down to "Save Signature", click on that and you're done.
Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of every one of your posts.
(If signatures don't display go back to "Quick Links" and "Edit Options" to allow signature display.)
vic
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20120406 edit:When I started this thread I didn't know how it would play out. It now has enough posts that going back for reference is time consuming. I created a Cheap Tricks - condensed post in Write-ups which lists one line descriptions of what the posts contain to make reference a bit easier. Sorry for the wide photos in the earlier posts. I have since learned to reduce the photos to 5.00 inches x about 6" so the text doesn't expand out so much.
The Cheap Tricks - condensed link is here:
(The condensed list has short descriptions to aid searching.)
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9255
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An unabashed advertisement. If you find the style of the above thread helpful I have some others.
Tips for New to Sprinter Owners
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23409
Stoopid Things
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3301
Used Sprinter Buying Tips
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5174
Check Engine Light DTC MIL Codes List
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5369
Limp Home Mode comments
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7173
Trailer Wiring OEM Harness vs. Light Module
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7328
Tools - Quality, Special, Dodge, MB, Mercedes, Hose Clamp
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10485
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20110908 edit: A recent post by Doktor A. Calling Doktor A can save a bunch of unnecessary parts changing so I would consider it a Cheap Trick. That said, it'd be nice to offer a consultation fee to him.
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Re: Searching for Doctor A
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My 24/7 Sprinter Hot Line (412-366-6165) is alive and well. I happily return most phone calls within several days of hearing your message.
I ask that callers please leave their phone number, model year of Sprinter and brief details of their Sprinter related issue. Kindly identify if you are a repair tech or an owner.
I find that the Hot Line is a valuable tool which helps expand my data base and my mind. Many callers become friends, clients and visitors.
My new Doktor A commercial annex location, here in Pittsburgh, features 7 day a week complete Sprinter service by appointment. I feature all service from routine maintenance to black death surgery to same day transmission replacement. On site windshield replacement by one of the nations best (and affordable!) Sprinter glass installers.
My in house parts department stocks EVERYTHING for Sprinter, new and used.
Messages asking for emergency road advice are always given priority.
Doktor A
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The original thread starts here:
Step Ladder Storage
I got tired of my step ladder being in my way all the time. An outside ladder rack wasn't an option. I only have one added bench seat behind the driver so the back windows don't need to be kept clear. I knew that vertical metal straps would work, but flat strap would need to be pretty thick to have strength across the span.
I found a discarded steel shelving unit in my travels that had bent shelves. The uprights were fine. The design has a long side/short side angle. Perfect for support over the span and not too heavy.There are holes in each angle face for using hooks, bungees, etc. for attaching things. I cut 4 each to length and made some cuts in the angle so they'd fit my window. I flattened the top piece so I could use 2 screws for attachment. I then spray painted them flat black.
My windows are very dark tinted. Even with that the red plastic ladder with aluminum steps hanging in the window was more visible from outside than I liked. I painted the silver step edges flat black. Now the ladder hardly shows at all. When I travel to regattas the ladder will be removed so I can hang my spare sails inside up out of the way. Cost was minimal, fasteners, paint, and time. Pictures below. Hope this helps. vic
The most direct method is probably in your "Details".
In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links".
Scroll down to the "Custom User Title" box.
Click in that box and type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year) and 2500 or 3500.
Scroll down to the "Save Changes" box. Click on that and you are done.
Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of your member icon.
The other place is in your "Signature".
In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links".
Select "Edit Signature".
Scroll down to the text box which looks like what you use to add a post to the forum. Type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year) and 2500 or 3500.
Scroll down to "Preview Signature". If the preview looks like what you want, scroll down to "Save Signature", click on that and you're done.
Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of every one of your posts.
(If signatures don't display go back to "Quick Links" and "Edit Options" to allow signature display.)
vic
*****
20120406 edit:When I started this thread I didn't know how it would play out. It now has enough posts that going back for reference is time consuming. I created a Cheap Tricks - condensed post in Write-ups which lists one line descriptions of what the posts contain to make reference a bit easier. Sorry for the wide photos in the earlier posts. I have since learned to reduce the photos to 5.00 inches x about 6" so the text doesn't expand out so much.
The Cheap Tricks - condensed link is here:
(The condensed list has short descriptions to aid searching.)
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9255
****
An unabashed advertisement. If you find the style of the above thread helpful I have some others.
Tips for New to Sprinter Owners
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23409
Stoopid Things
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3301
Used Sprinter Buying Tips
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5174
Check Engine Light DTC MIL Codes List
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5369
Limp Home Mode comments
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7173
Trailer Wiring OEM Harness vs. Light Module
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7328
Tools - Quality, Special, Dodge, MB, Mercedes, Hose Clamp
https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10485
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20110908 edit: A recent post by Doktor A. Calling Doktor A can save a bunch of unnecessary parts changing so I would consider it a Cheap Trick. That said, it'd be nice to offer a consultation fee to him.
****
Re: Searching for Doctor A
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My 24/7 Sprinter Hot Line (412-366-6165) is alive and well. I happily return most phone calls within several days of hearing your message.
I ask that callers please leave their phone number, model year of Sprinter and brief details of their Sprinter related issue. Kindly identify if you are a repair tech or an owner.
I find that the Hot Line is a valuable tool which helps expand my data base and my mind. Many callers become friends, clients and visitors.
My new Doktor A commercial annex location, here in Pittsburgh, features 7 day a week complete Sprinter service by appointment. I feature all service from routine maintenance to black death surgery to same day transmission replacement. On site windshield replacement by one of the nations best (and affordable!) Sprinter glass installers.
My in house parts department stocks EVERYTHING for Sprinter, new and used.
Messages asking for emergency road advice are always given priority.
Doktor A
****
The original thread starts here:
Step Ladder Storage
I got tired of my step ladder being in my way all the time. An outside ladder rack wasn't an option. I only have one added bench seat behind the driver so the back windows don't need to be kept clear. I knew that vertical metal straps would work, but flat strap would need to be pretty thick to have strength across the span.
I found a discarded steel shelving unit in my travels that had bent shelves. The uprights were fine. The design has a long side/short side angle. Perfect for support over the span and not too heavy.There are holes in each angle face for using hooks, bungees, etc. for attaching things. I cut 4 each to length and made some cuts in the angle so they'd fit my window. I flattened the top piece so I could use 2 screws for attachment. I then spray painted them flat black.
My windows are very dark tinted. Even with that the red plastic ladder with aluminum steps hanging in the window was more visible from outside than I liked. I painted the silver step edges flat black. Now the ladder hardly shows at all. When I travel to regattas the ladder will be removed so I can hang my spare sails inside up out of the way. Cost was minimal, fasteners, paint, and time. Pictures below. Hope this helps. vic
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