Downsizing From Travel Trailer to Winnebago View or Navion 24V

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Original Member Title: Looking For Guidance - Travel Trailer to Sprinter Class C?
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The original poster is considering a 2018 to 2020 Winnebago View or Navion 24V as a faster, more flexible long-distance travel rig after years of towing travel trailers, while keeping a 33 ft trailer for local stays. Members noted that switching to a small Class C changes the travel style because there may be no separate vehicle unless a toad or trailer is added, and suggested renting or buying older to test whether breaking camp for errands fits their use.

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Fanrgs, We have an almost identical 2020 NAVION 24V Sprinter as you with almost identical opinions. It drives so much better than the Ford "C" unit we had earlier. A great toad is a SMART car some of which can be flat towed. We have not suffered a lot from Mother Benz maintenance expenses so far. May be because I change the engine/Generator oil myself and usually can correct other small issues as they occur. However, FWIW, my two main complaints are:

1. The MB Sprinter Operator's Handbook is virtually worthless. Apparently MB wants to support their dealers.
2. The DEF fluid system is just ridiculous courtesy of the EPA and a poor design. Example, If needed, I can NOT drain the DEF fluid Tank.

Note: all is not lost in that IF one feels a bit reckless, one can remove virtually all the original emissions add-ons including the DEF system but it will be necessary to re-program the engine computer.
Your call,
cthiggy
 

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