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    Pros and cons to a permanent sleeper

    I just have a 2X4 frame I built, that supports a nice futon. I did have to give up 3-skid loads, and frankly don't have a clue how much business I might have lost. The back of the frame is hinged so it sleeps 2 when wife & I use for personal trips.
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    Differential Lubricant

    I'm planning to change gear oil on my 2007 Sprinter, but can't seem to find the specified lubricant on the internet, ie., "Shell Spirax MB 90" or "MOPAR # 05136033AA" - as called for in my owners manual. Suppliers like Autozone can't get it either. I would go ahead and just use Spirax /80/90...
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    Slow Cargo Van Freight Toledo-Detroit

    Very low Sprinter loaded miles here in SW Michigan in April. Little more than half the miles I did in April last year - seems the volume fell off abt 30 days ago, shortly after the Japan event. Not sure it's just that however, 'cause it's more than automotive that's slowed significantly. My...
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    Federal Taxes - Applying per diem for meals

    I'm sure someone here knows the answers to my question - here it is: I'm out of town in my van for several days/week and need to know what the 2010 per diem rate is, and how exactly to use it when calculating the meals expenses deduction. For example, if I'm out only 1/2 or 3/4 of a day...
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    File My Own Taxes??

    I've been expediting with my own Sprinter for 4 months now, and need to get going with the IRS thingy. Question: Is there a software product out there for owner-operators similar to Turbo Tax? I've kept all receipts, and record everything on Lotus (can you guess my age??). Or should I just...
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    2007 Sprinter Transmission

    I'm puzzled by the fact that my 2007 Sprinter transmission has no dip-stick so that you can inspect the fluid level. What are other owners doing in this regard. Is there an aftermarket widget? Not having any problems with the van, but trying to think in advance. Any idea how many miles I...
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    2007 Sprinter Fuel Filter

    I am considering changing my own fuel filter on my 2007 Dodge Sprinter, but not sure just how complex/tedious this would be. Just trying to see if I can save a few bucks (like a hundred or so?) by doing it yourself. My manual says to replace it along with every oil change, but this seems like...
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