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    BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2

    I have Michlin MTX Defenders on my Sprinter which are great tires but I was thinking of the BFGoodrich KO2s for the winter. Has anyone used these tire? I'm concerned about excess wear or any others negative using these tires for our kind of business. Thanks
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    Heating / Cooling Thermo King for AC

    Hi. I am looking to install a Thermo King B100 on a Sprinter van for air conditioning. It is all electric so there is nothing under the hood. It is all self contained. Thermo King recommended this unit even though it seems to be a reefer. Is it a good idea to do so?
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    Nissan NV

    I haven't seen any new reports from anyone how has purchased a Nissan NV on this forum.
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    Spray insulation

    Hi Tomorrow I am picking up my new 2011 Sprinter. I would like to get spray on insulation applied to it. Does anyone know a good place to have these done that has experience applying spray insulation on a van? Thanks,
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    Sprinter auxiliary battery hookup

    Hi, Does anyone know how to hook up an inverter to the optional auxiliary battery system in a 2011 Sprinter? Do I hook up the wires to the auxiliary battery directly or is there a terminal under the seat? I'm picking up my new Sprinter on Tuesday. Thanks, Marty
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    Nissan NV

    Has anyone purchased a Nissan NV yet and if so what do you think about it so far? Thanks.
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    New Sprinter

    I recently ordered a 2011 Sprinter but after reading on the web about problems with clogging DPFs and regenerations and excessive AdBlue use when idling I am getting nervous about picking up my new Sprinter. I idle a lot during the summer in order to use the air conditioner. With my 2006...
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    Aerocell?

    I have found a really good deal on a 2010 Chevy cutaway van with a 15ft Areocell body by Unicell on it. It is the dual rear wheel version with a 10,00 GVW rating. It has a 4.8 litter engine and the new GM six speed transmission. It has a 3.73 rear axle. Does anyone know what kind of fuel...
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    Nissan NV3500

    I passed by my local Nissan dealer today and saw the NV3500 on their lot so I decided to check it out. I think it is the nicest van I have seen. It is very roomy and comfortable. Cab is by far the nicest. It seems well built. Anyone 6'3' can stand inside( I'm 6'5" so I can't). Pay load is just...
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    which engine?

    I am looking to buy a 10,000gvwr Chevy dual rear wheel Unicell Aerocell cube van. I have the choice of two gas engines. The 4.8L and the 6.0L or the 6.6L Duramax diesel. I would be grateful for any opinions as for fuel mileage, reliability, maintenace costs and potential problems. Thank...
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    Standard mileage rate?

    Are loan payments covered under the standard mileage deduction or can I deduct them separately? The IRS states that lease payments are included in the standard mileage deduction but doesn't mention loan payments.
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    4.8 vs 6.0

    Can anyone who has experience with or knowledge of the differences between Chevy's 4.8 motor and their 6.0 motor compare these two for the rest of us. Compare mileage, repairs, reliability etc. Thank you
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    duramax mileage

    dhalltoyo can you update us on what kind of mileage you are getting with your cube van with the Duramac engine. Also would you reccomend the Duramax equipped van for others? Thanks.
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    New from Unicell?

    HI Lawrence, Several months ago you told us that something new was expected from Unicell that would be of interest in our industry. Have you heard anything new about this?
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    Espar heater in van

    Does having an Espar heater in the cargo area of a van make it illegal to carry flamable materials?
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    remote starter

    Does anyone have recommendations on a good alarm/remote start system and where to purchase and install it.? Thanks,
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    Qualcomm technical question

    I am purchasing a Unicell that has a fiberglass fairing built into the body, extending over the cab. The area between the fairing and the cab roof has a sturdy selve with room enought to mount a Qualcomm bubble antenna. My question is, would the signal from the Qualcomm penetrate the fiberglass...
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    fuel pump problems on the new GM vans?

    Has anyone had to replace the fuel pump on the redesigned 2003 or2004 GMC or Chevy van with the 6.0 ltr.?
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    log book question

    If I buy a cube van with a gvw of 12,000lbs, must I run a log book if I keep the combined weight of truck and load under 10,000lbs? I don't know if the under 10,000lbs rule for not having to log applies to vehicles rated at under 10,000lbs or to vehicles which actually weigh less than 10,000lbs...
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    New from Unicell?

    Hi Tazman, What new configurations did the people from Unicell tell you they were coming out with in the near future?
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