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Ed_Gee
Explorer II
Dec 10, 2017

Mercedes Sprinter vs Ford E450 seeking opinions

We are considering buying a short class C. Motorhome after selling our Tiffin Allegro 35’ RV. In looking at the new class C units in the 24-25 foot range I am concerned with both price and on OCCC s...
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SidecarFlip
Explorer III
Dec 10, 2017
Here's my opinion from first hand observations..

I'd get the Ford over the MB because the MB is monocoque construction, that is, no frame. It's all welded sheet metal box construction so (pray tell) if you get in a wreck, the MB is almost impossible to repair. I know, I've seen a few cut apart and welded back together and no matter what you do, they are never right again.

Just my 2 cents.

Give me a frame over unibody (on a truck like vehicle) anyday.

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