Sprinter Towing WITHOUT a Truck or Trailer! Cost MUCH Less than Flat Towing!

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Published 2022-07-15
You've probably wondered, can I tow a sprinter van? Yes you can. Should you flat tow a sprinter van? You can but I have another method for sprinter towing. Using this method to tow a sprinter has saved me lots of time, and surprisingly effort when trying to move a sprinter van. I would say this method to towing a sprinter is better than flat towing a sprinter van. It also reduces sprinter towing costs in the long run. You may wonder how much it costs to tow a sprinter. With my sprinter towing method you'll have to buy a tow bar and brackets, BUT the cost is much less when you consider how many times you might tow your sprinter van.

Do you remember the "How to Tow Any Car / Truck With a Tow Bar" video we made! Well BAM! Now we've got you a "How to Tow Any Sprinter Van With a Tow Bar!" Note that IT DOES NOT MATTER what kind of sprinter you've got: Mercedes 3.0 CRD Diesel sprinter, Dodge Freightliner sprinters, etc.. It doesn't matter, you can tow it with a tow bar. After a few simple modifications.
Let's start removing the bumper. I have a video on How to Remove Mercedes 3.0 CRD's Sprinter Van, and Dodge Freightliner's bumper:    • Sprinter Bumper Cover and Headlight R...  
Then you're gonna want to figure out where you're placing your brackets for your sprinter van. In the video I show you exactly how to do this, and how to make it easier as you're doing the bracket installation. If you want to make your brackets strong you could also add a gusset using 10 gauge or 12 gauge scrap steel you've got laying around.
IF YOU'RE TOWING ANY LONG DISTANCES. You'll want to be sure to remove the rear portion of the driveshaft. I only had to go about 100 feet so removing the driveshaft wasn't completely necessary for me. Better safe than sorry though. When you go to anchor your driveshaft to tow this. You'll want to be careful where you're bracing the driveshaft to. When hanging up your driveshaft I'd suggest using bungie cords or rachet straps of some sort. If you tie down with zip ties make sure to use a good amount of heavy duty zip ties. Your driveshaft will be bouncing as you hit bumps and holes.


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All Comments (18)
  • @sharpcarco
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐If you liked the video and want to show your support, you can use any of these links to purchase ANY ITEM you normally would off of Amazon and we get a small commission with no extra cost to you! Make sure to complete orders through the links! Here's some tools to get started! Thank You! Sutemribor 304 Stainless Steel Lock Nut Assortment 180 Pieces: amzn.to/3xO63PW Sutemribor 304 Stainless Steel Spring Lock Washer Assortment Set 600 Pieces: amzn.to/3rO4MnZ Biltek Adjustable Universal Tow Bar with 2X Safety Chains for 2" Trailer Ball Hitch - 5000 lbs Towing Capacity: amzn.to/3v5IIHo DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless Drill/Driver, Compact - Bare Tool (DCD791B): amzn.to/3xN0PUz DEWALT Drill Bit Set, Black and Gold, 14-Piece (DWA1184): amzn.to/3OvNRQU CO-Z 10 Sizes Titanium Step Drill Bit, 1/4 to 1-3/8: amzn.to/37GAWed DEWALT 20V MAX* XR Impact Driver Kit, Brushless, 3-Speed, 1/4-Inch, 2.0-Ah (DCF887D2): amzn.to/3vBzhyK MaxxHaul 80778 Magnetic Towing Light Kit: amzn.to/3xMHS4k
  • @Elevated_Meats
    Installed a front hitch on my truck so it can be flat towed, using pintle hook set up, but bringing a tow bar along with me as a back up. First time flat towing. Needed to hear this info from you! Thank you!!
  • @ricardogmz5646
    Thanks so much body this is another video that I watch from you , I will going to put them in practice.
  • @Bikerguy5845
    Great video Clay!! I might come over that way this weekend for the huge bike rally. MUSKEGON BIKE TIMES/REBEL ROAD is a good time!!
  • @shaun2222
    Im about to try to pull a 2000 chevy express with a 2019 explorer from florida to ohio like this, think its a bad idea?
  • @PeaceChanel
    Peace.. Shalom.. Salam.. Namaste .. 🙏🏻 😊 ✌ ☮ ❤ 🕊
  • @electricalfive2248
    I have 2008 sprinter, Ive drove many smaller vehicles like sedans. Ive noticed I have to push about 15% harder on the bake pedal than any other car ive drove. Maybe its because its a much bigger vehicle, I just wanted to know if that's how sprinters are. My sprinter stops great and the pedal doesn't fade away or anything and I have no codes or brake lights. I have no brake fluid leaks either, Ive done a brake fluid flush with the MB star Scanner and have no air coming out. If it should feel the same as a sedan, then I may just replace the brake booster.
  • @bondvagabond42
    Great video, they arent 8500lbs though, thats the gross vehicle weight rating, which means how much it will weigh at max payload, it varies by year but empty they are around 4500lb.
  • @elyemaston3466
    Hey Clay, just watched the video of you pulling a 3.7L out of a liberty, and was wondering how much work swapping in a 4.7L from a ram 1500 into my 06 liberty would be. Also want to know if my NSG370 transmission would bolt right up to it. Any tips would be appreciated, thanks!
  • @mikedeek22
    To brake you cant drive as u drive a normal vehicle, you need to brake way prior, have greater following distance and drive slower than traffic...