Long Wheelbase VS Short Wheelbase. LOOKING AT A NEW VAN HOME

[@tommy.32221]

Youre not always out in the bush, but you are always in the van. Go with the long wheel base so you dont regret later after buildout.

[@studioelba]

this, 100%

[@nansratis]

This says it all!

[@THETIMINATORTHETOOLMAN]

I couldn’t of said it better myself

[@dwightsorensen7313]

Agree….the shorties look cool but you would regret not having the extra room.

[@LSChestersMom]

amen

[@GSAirTherapy]

I think you gave yourself all the answers already. Sprinter. Long Wheel Base. All. Day. Long. Seeing you light up with the space and options you can incorporate, and including future visions, the long wheel base is the perfect merger of fun + function + longevity.

[@Scorpio1168]

Hands down long wheel base!!✌🏼✌🏼

[@missmothertrucker]

The kitchen in the kitchen is a Butler’s pantry

[@ItsJonBaca]

I’d love to see Chrome in a long wheel base and more room. He’s not just an explorer, but a business man. He needs room to be comfortable and grow.

[@JustAGalOnTheGo]

Long wheel base, regardless of brand. You and Cruzie will be happy.

[@DapsDiary]

DO IT ! With no regrets Chrome ! You earned it all! 💯💪✌️✌️

[@_LikeATumbleweed]

You will not regret the long wheel base. I love mine.

[@wingnutbert9685]

...... But it will sting a bit more taking the ferry!!!!

[@stacyq5095]

Chrome, it is plain to see that you love the long wheel base best. I say GO FOR IT. You deserve it. Having more space will be much appreciated. I am so happy for you!

[@Feefifum]

You answered your own question: you already have a smaller van for the rough days but a longer van gives you the space for living and most of your easier road days.

[@rikkidee82]

Long Wheel! More Space ✌🏽

[@sammkinder5858]

Long !!! Its your home !!!

[@Mamaof3doggies]

Long, you have your current van to do all the playing with. The long will take you into the old man creaky stage 😊. Now is the time to get it… prices are going to change.

[@mayploy6869]

true. prices are only going to get higher!

[@imabigfanbro]

Long wheelbase, full conversion with 35s. PERFECT!

[@sherry9088]

Get the bigger! You’re keeping the small van so go big for living!!! I’m 72 and I say GO BIGGER my friend!!!

[@Timmytimmy-d2c]

I'd go with a Ford, Mercedes dealerships are few across Canada and getting even maintenance appointments are a wait. Get your Ford repaired in anytown across this country, you don't even need to go to the dealer for repair.

[@eelkeplantinga7158]

Agree. After 3 years, the electronic issues will show up on a Mercedes.

[@chriskitchen4772]

Exactly.

[@777wildfire777]

💯 💯 💯

[@paula6842]

This!’ I watched a video of a couple who came here to NL and had issues. They had to leave to get service. Not sure how far they actually had to go, but they cut their trip short and returned to the US with their Mercedes

[@valeriaproductions]

@@Timmytimmy-d2c I think you have a very valid point. He’s been a Ford guy - surely they will have something comparable.

[@cyclenutt3496]

Long wheel base chrome! That extra space is golden !

[@tka3332]

Cruzy will love that space he could have his own chair 😂

[@gabsy6443]

And TV😂

[@leoneranger9348]

Yeah, go long. I voted short base but seeing the two and listening to your thoughts, the long will future proof your quality of life. Exciting times! 👏🏾😍

[@Makeitbymandy]

Hahaha he has the salesman being his camera man 😂

[@sharonoldham4374]

You know that never crossed my mind.😅😅😅😅😅

[@chrisbrock7667]

Who's pimpin and who's whoen. I'm con fused.

[@Makeitbymandy]

@@chrisbrock7667 im confused by your comment. Wtf are you talking about?

[@mikevidal1367]

😂

[@AletaDeJoode]

I cannot wait for you to get the long base. Within 5 years you may have someone very special to share in your journey. You’re deserving. I love watching your channel. ❤❤❤❤

[@angielindsey7390]

Go long!! I love to hear the excitement in your voice. You can tell you are ready for new van. ❤️🦋❤️

[@zinadenny236]

Keep it simple

[@JohnSchnell]

Chrome the solution to your van needs can only be figured out by you. It’s smart to have input from others but only you can know what your daily needs are. I look forward to seeing what you do. Love your videos you and Cruz stay safe out there.

[@sebgary9393]

yooooo i jsut bought my Promaster 3500 superhigh roof Extended! starting building it today! all because of you Chrome!

[@conradcoolerfiend]

so sick, i want that one. its long but not too long. and the height is amazing

[@chrisrowland7782]

Make sure you do oil changes on time. Get the oil filter mod that prevents dry starts. Do transmission oil/filter change every 50000km! Upgrade to the dorman aluminium oil cooler. Upgrade the water crossover to the dorman aluminium one. And sumo shocks.

[@Janer-52]

@@chrisrowland7782 Sounds like you have experience...!

[@HensOnly]

@@chrisrowland7782 I am leery of anything aluminium because they seem to crack or melt or break down more often than not.

[@musicismydrug58]

@@sebgary9393 Congrats! I have the 2018 version of your exact van and lived out of it for almost 6 years. You will love it. I met Chrome and Disco about a week after I bought it and he loved the size.

[@michelewhite4262]

Take the long wheel base...keep your van to take the journey in the rough back roads...and KEEPONTRUCKIN❤

[@ekhedge]

Welcome to standing up to put on your pants 😂!

[@JimJones-gd2jy]

Overrated . .

[@anthonyjustice447]

I wonder if he remembers how after all this time? xD

[@AletaDeJoode]

I cannot wait for you to get the long base. Within 5 years you may have someone very special to share in your journey. You’re deserving. I love watching your channel. ❤❤❤❤. The blue one you can’t hide.

[@nailazion3113]

Hey Chrome and Cruz......Splurge Chrome you deserve a bigger space so does Cruz....the AirBnB is breathtaking...Hey Danica...

[@reneecloyd6114]

Id definitely get the longer wheel base. I'm 65 and find that I tend to knock into things. Cupboards, corners etc. More space means more movability and you'll love that.

[@victoriabaker4400]

Cruz too. He enjoys spreading out, it's totally evident.

[@richroj]

Long wheelbase 👍👍

[@jenmunrose3003]

I'd be excited to see you transition into a new van. Yeah, the short WB looks radder as is, but the comfort of more space in a long WB is more practical. Once you trick it out, it'll still look rad...big and bad! ✌🏻✌🏻

[@Shonierose]

Chrome, I loved the blue one, but only for it's color. I think in the long run you'd be happier and healthier in the long wheelbase grey for full time living. Imagine having room for Cruisie to have an actual little bed on the floor for the daytime (cause I know he'd still be on the bed at night), or room to throw down a bed on the floor for Danica should you choose to go on a long trip together. I'd have to agree with others that you'd want to make sure you check on how many dealerships there are in the areas you might want to travel to. Whatever your choice in the end, I'll be excited to watch the build out.

[@sarah_n_tank_girl]

Long wheel base and ability to stand up whatever you choose. When I first started watching your channel in 2020 and seeing you on your knees I automatically realized I wanted to stand in whatever I went for. I now have a 4Runner and a cargo trailer that I can stand in but a rig that I can scratch that itch if I need to bomb around the backcountry as well. Two rigs is the answer - the posh build to come and your current beast🤘

[@AppliedVirtualSolutions]

Hi Chrome, Long wheel is the way to go!

[@explorewestcoast]

Chrome, maintenance is obviously something you deal with a lot. Hence thinking about a new van. For what it’s worth, there are only 59 Mercedes dealers in Canada and 384 in the USA. Ford has 948 Dealerships in Canada and 2,857 in the USA Something to consider with the Merc. You also might be voiding any factory warranty regardless of manufacturer if modding heavily and off road use. Looking forward to watching it all unfold no matter what you choose to do.

[@Robinisbatmansfriend]

@explorewestcoast and NOODY other than MB Wil work on it.

[@redbaron2342]

Keep the Ford as your beater for rough trails and a long van for living and the easier trails!

[@myrandom603]

100% Agree - Great call @redbaron2342

[@davidbolduc828]

I agree to keeping the old one for trails and a long wheel base van with standing head room for the ultimate in Van life.

[@belita9281]

Yes, please stand up in a larger space! Keep your current van for the off-road adventures you totally love. You and Cruz have earned it. I like Danica, she's the best part of your life😊

[@ytrade469]

Chrome listen to your heart & body LONG WHEELBASE nothing more, nothing less. Simple solution!!!!! Watching from Calgary, Canada

[@COEXIST-ny4db]

Space is DEFINITELY more important to me than needing that OCCASIONAL short base for the goat trails. It's just not enough that I'd be willing to give up all that extra space that I'd enjoy on a day to day basis! NO WAY, JOSÉ!!!

[@lynnecarter4212]

The Airbnb is amazing. What a great space!

[@Jeeper-o2y]

Promaster owner here, very happy…wider body…dealerships everywhere….nice high roof….not disappointed…..

[@romantower]

The gray one you’re gonna appreciate the room

[@DanyRivard]

The blue is very nice!

[@Newcreature1957]

You better think about the cost of maintenance and where you will be able to find trained mechanics to work on it

[@valeriaproductions]

He has LOREN!!

[@Newcreature1957]

True but sometimes if you don’t use certified mechanics, you void your warranty

[@Newcreature1957]

Just saying there’s a lot of things to think about before going into this deep of a debt. And he is just starting to get a business going. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@marimercy14]

Just got a ford transit lab after checking outspri tee because of the difficulty in getting parts and finding mechanics

[@marimercy14]

Lwb

[@marykempski3986]

I love the long wheel base. It would give you options for everything you want and need in your home.

[@DAILYBIBLEREADINGS2024]

Now that I look at both van long wheels are better.

[@joannr3799]

Just do it Chrome! Just do it!

[@jetcity18]

Driven Sprinters for years, definitely go long wheel base. Also, rust protect it!

[@geoff2373]

If you keep stair at it you will see it rust in front of you.

[@dwightsorensen7313]

When you look at images of lifted long wheelbase sprinters……they look totally rad! Go for it Chrome

[@colorful_christine]

Sweet Chrome plz be nice to yourself as you age and give yourself the space to age into. As a senior camper myself I promise you you will not regret it. And you will be amazed how you will find ways to bomb the back country when you want. Your daily life self will love you for it in 5-10-15 years. Have a blessed Christmas and Hugs to Cruzy Bear

[@kimthompson9194]

Long Base! Size matters. Longer the better! Cruz likes a cushy comfy cozy life, so that’s what matters most😅🐶🤣🤩

[@georgina979]

Well heck no matter what you do folks are gonna be happy for you!!! 🎉🎉

[@dynoreed7235]

💯!

[@LindaWright-Love]

Long wheel base is the way to go, time for a change and time to plan for you and Cruz to have a bigger, comfy home. Cruz will love it !

[@Christoffer83]

Go with the long wheel base and hook up a trailer for that quad bike so you can go up for that 1 percent roads and beyond 🤘

[@StevenTamburello]

Chrome... DO IT!! Get the Sprinter! We'd all love to see you build it out. Fingers Crossed for YOU!!

[@mariewilson221]

A longer van would be great 👍 👌. You will have more room, more space. Do it be happy 😊

[@suzannestrauss9251]

Definately go for the the long base. Time to move up in the world, you've earned it. Life gets tougher the older we get, treat your body better now. You're awesome! Love to see your progress!

[@ryx_m]

I like this, seeing you getting a new van! go Chrome! way to go!

[@thecanadianbroshow]

I am a massive fan of your channel and your wonderful personality firstly, I have had 3 Vanlife experiences before it was uber popular, easy choice, Sprinter high top all one piece, extended for more deserved needed room, you finally get to have a proper studio for streamlining your editing, and comfort! My 1st Van was a Volkswagen 1971 pop-top, never leaked, my second was a Ford Econoline 350 extended, one piece and my 3rd a Mercedes 280D hightop, 4 birth w/shower, kitchen, bathroom and it was killer with only 55,000 miles on that beautiful Diesel! Peace bro!

[@World.Of.Wonder.Studios]

Hey chrome if you decide the extended sprinter just tow the quad behind it for deep bush

[@JustDezeray]

So excited for you Chrome! Long wheel base is definitely my choice. This is where you live, everyday…. All day. Make it the best tiny home. You work hard and you deserve it.

[@agentleebs]

The blue is pretty, but that gray is modern vehicle camouflage- park unnoticed.

[@CodyMacRae1]

Preeerttty sure he doesn’t care about “stealth”😂

[@victoriabaker4400]

I'm against choosing based on color, which can change. I've literally seen people choose used cars based on color, especially van dwellers, which is absurd.

[@MX-CO]

It can change if you got $$$$ ​@@victoriabaker4400

[@patrickfrantz2466]

​@@victoriabaker4400Here in Arizona darker colors get much hotter faster and are insanely hard to keep clean.

[@victoriabaker4400]

@@patrickfrantz2466 Hi. I can see that being a reason for the need for a choice. I was talking about someone choosing a red van in terrible condition instead of a blue van in excellent condition. I've seen that sort of thing in my time on the planet, not just in vans but used cars as well.

[@karencrawford9227]

CHROME - You are STANDING UP! Get the longer one!! It will be better!!

[@davidfoster3427]

No Turbo. You are pushing that 4 cyl to the max.

[@valeriaproductions]

Agree - turbos are hard on the engine

[@eightieslife]

yup. Turbo chargers kill engines.

[@timothyp3378]

That ship has sailed... The only engine available on that van is a single or twin turbo....

[@rexturbo422]

Agreed. Turbos on a 4cyl are garbage. Shes working extremely hard always

[@gwenwallace6175]

Scotty Kilmer on YT is not a fan of the turbos. 6M subs. Mechanic for 50+ years.

[@prizm63]

I'm a Ford person all the way. Yet here I gotta say GO BIG OR GO HOME, you got the ability to Air B&B your Ford so Grab that long base beauty and just change the color . No regrets live LIFE , we are with you keeping van city van life REAL. GO SPRINTER. Peace out.

[@victoriabaker4400]

I was firmly for Ford, mainly for cost and maintenance access, until he spoke about the difference in the caboose hanging off back vs Sprinter having a full stance. That caboose is a problem, and even more so with the higher center of gravity of the high roof.

[@gonuts1]

It is going to be funny watching that yuppie mobile rocking back and forth on the trails in the back country.

[@CHRISTONLYCLOTHING]

Personally I say the long wheel base because I notice your not out in the bush as much as you used to so i feel the amount of time you actually go out in the bush it will do just fine plus it's more than capable of doing bush things with the 4x4 so I say take the extra space and be comfortable in your van because if your not comfortable with enough space it will burn you out like the current van has

[@joannbowers3180]

Definitely the long wheel base. More room for you and Cruizie.

[@stephanevaillancourt24]

Go with the long one bro! You deserve it!

[@justindubois2672]

Chrome something to think about....If you go Mercedes then you are very limited if you have a mechanical problem (warranty). There are not many Mercedes dealers around BC when you get outside the city. Traveling north you will find Ford or Dodge dealers but not Mercedes. Furthest north Mercedes dealer is in Kamloops, BC. You would have to tow your vehicle all the way back to a big city to get repaired if you have a problem. Also we had our Mercedes work van break down on a trip to the Okanagan and had to leave it up there at the dealer because the parts were coming from overseas and were stuck for weeks until the part came in. Food for thought. Safe travels.

[@Janer-52]

Yes, think about this!

[@victoriabaker4400]

This is my major concern about brand.

[@JEM-c8i]

Get the grey one with the long wheelbase! You'll be happy happy! LOL! Cheers brother!

[@jstitan2972]

The Grey is badass, you buy new get warranty and enjoy the thing. Congrats!

[@stoneyvanwie6042]

I had a 170 extended and you won't be disappointed ! Living the Vanlife turned his to basically a rock crawler .

[@shdbmw]

Chrome, I have a Sprinter 144 short wheel base that I bought new 3 years ago because of watching your channel. I have lived in it full time since I bought it. Absolutely no regrets!! It’s been very reliable and I have 30K miles on it. Mine was already built out.

[@Kipper32020]

BLUE VAN💙 is better than The AMAZON Van..🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@whenypoo]

Chrome, Aside from a great video , Danica is just beautiful. She has grown into a beautiful young lady. Happy holidays to you all and enjoy your time with her.

[@tewster2]

I have a 2018 long WB sprinter...I do my own oil/filter changes (super easy) and fuel filter changes (easy)....other than paying for transmission service @ 100,000 miles I've spent ZERO for any maintenance...now at 128,000 miles and still no other cost....I regularly inspect from bumper to bumper and have never found any thing needing attention....agree that MB dealers are few and far between but after almost 7 years of fulltime living in the thing I'm sold on MB reliability.

[@nicholascamping]

I am soo happy for you, that you are looking into a new van to live in. I also think that it's an awesome idea to rent yours out !!! I have been watching your videos since you first started! You are in my top 5 favorite channels.

[@krakenengineer]

Go with the LWB for the comfort of living since as you said you still have your current van for those travel days in the bush.

[@brendakersey8624]

Always think of the future! That extended looks like it would become home! Go for the shiny new home, you deserve it!

[@williamley7380]

Hey Chrome, definitely get the long wheel base. Adventure on my friend!!

[@PicaloAndy]

Long WheelBase Definitely ❤❤❤

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

I agree Mercedes maintenance is higher and far between places get fixed / sprinters just look better

[@dross24MA]

Whenever I watch van builds, I think: do a fixed, side-to-side, wide-twin bed with a front-back pull out for those (rare) times when there is a visitor. Why waste daily living space with a fixed, infrequently used, full bed? The custom wide-twin is enough for owner and pet(s), and who needs more than that?

[@Ninathemystictruther]

go for the gray one, much more space!!!

[@jonmcfarland3832]

Of the channels I follow, people that have had sprinters a long time and then go to transits are very happy.

[@backroadtraveler7911]

I've watched you and you wouldn't want to scratch your new home. So use the long wheel base for your everyday and your old Ford for off-road . I'm getting a short Chevy for Off Road for my off-road. Then, 2 years later, a long wheel base

[@christiannemayer6062]

That is a nice van dream...10 yrs from now? You'll be glad you did it...if you're up to the driving. Take your time with this decision...we won't mind.happy Christmas 🎄 chrome and Cruise

[@ronaldbradley9154]

Mercedes maintenance costs are high, and initial cost of the vehicle are 10-15k higher. Mercedes dealers are few and far between compared to Ford.

[@wilsondejesus28]

Hey dude,stop, look,and listen,yes it's exciting looking at new vans,but bear in mind all wheel drives mean changing all 4 tires if one is defective, and turbos burn small engines!😊

[@valeriestraw6966]

Oh my gosh, amazing and beautiful. One day, I'm jealous

[@tracycameron10]

Hey Chrome, I upgraded to a long wheelbase this summer and I LOVE it in the bush. My friend nicknamed her "mountain goat" because I took it up the crazy winding climbing perching trails and had no issues at all.

[@MikeDonovan-m4y]

Exactly what you said you have your OG Van for the Bombing down Back roads !

[@thegoodtom1718]

All those fancy gadgets are fun until they break. Chrome, you are hard on stuff, remember?

[@JustAGalOnTheGo]

As an owner of a German car, just reminding you that parts are pricey and the Germans love to over engineer. Talk with Daryl and Loren about what they think. Love the Sprinters tho. 🤷‍♀️ Edit: Long wheel base for sure since you’re keeping your old home. Short if not.

[@CorinneClassic]

Just want you happy living your best life. I am a transit gal all the way (insurance, upkeep and maintenance) but you seem so happy in the sprinter. I prefer a 159 wheelbase (144 too short and 170 too long) but when I hear you talking about that editing desk ooooieeee that sounds perfect for you and your back. You do you Chrome, it’s your life, your next 5 years. All I know is whatever you chose, it will be epic and perfect for the channel. ❤

[@allenwinston5157]

Long. Wheel base. 💯

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

The long gray will be the most amazing home for you two. I love the gunmetal gray color.

[@bsrahm]

Long wheelbase with a tow package to haul a quad when you want to send it. Just my 2 cents.

[@rebeccazuckman9059]

I’m just soooo excited for you and your next home!! Ya know what ya want so go get it!! You deserve it and more!!! I do love the last blue one you showed. Now would you have it wrapped for extra protection?

[@bigsweade]

That long based one looks awesome. The living space would be such an upgrade, not only to be able to stand up, but also having more space to move around. Camo wrap and a lift kit... Very cool!

[@andrestroncoso9672]

So So So So happy for you Chrome. Mercedes long wheel base. You so deserve it mate. Makes me so happy that you are going to have an awesome new home. Super excited man. When I saw this video come up I turned off the other video I was watching and turned yours up 😂