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Being a delivery driver I've been given the opportunity to drive a promaster, transit, sprinter, and the nv3500. All do the job. My preference in snow would be the awd transit. Traction is amazing offroad and in snowy weather.
Fun to watch and listen, I have a ProMaster 3500 extended conversion to camper,with Firestone Winterforce LT tires. Yes it does the job for winter driving up here in Canada,but keep less weight as possible in the back. Easier to do in winter with no water in the tanks. A rear wheel drive van such as the Transit works great with winter tires and with plenty weight in the back, specially going uphill
Considering a promaster for a conversion van. I like it's width because is perfect for the length of my bed. But it's not available in 4wd and I do lots of outdoor activities. This video makes me feel better about it's capabilities.
I keep seeing reviews of front vs. rear wheel drive on snowy hills and front wheel drive seems to perform well but the vans are always empty, I would like to see the same comparison when both vans have 2500 lbs. in the back, I think the results would be very different, and vans aren't meant to be driven empty.
I have awd transit And I highly doubt I would get stuck but boss is wanting to upgrade vans and it seems only thing available is a pro master so thanks for posting cause I will be driving in areas like this
as a delivery driver, this is the content i was looking for. not some yuppies outfitting their vacation van but some country dude goin "well we got no choice GUN IT"
I was plan on buying a ford transit, until I rented one from home depot couple weeks ago. The transit just couldn't pull up on my drive way, which was plowed with very little snow, so I have to park it curb side over night, , the next morning I have a real trouble pull it out from parking spot, the rear wheel sat right on a layer of thin ice , spent like 30 minutes to get it out. no more rear wheel drive car for me.
FWD on steep hills is terrible. Way worse than RWD with weight out back. The transit probably had stock Continentals on it. I own a RWD Transit and drive it 45000 miles a year in the Utah. The resorts I drive people to average 500" of snow a year. I rarely ever need chains. If I had FWD with a load, I'd never make it up the mountains, and would have trouble with chains unless I was empty. Once that weight teeter totters back, FWD is junk
Is that van empty ? It's hard for me not to imagine that a couple thousand pounds of equipment in the back of that rig would change the driving experience fundamentally.
I have a question for you. I bought a set of Ultra Toil 450's. Even though they are listed to work with a Promaster, we've found that they don't. Unlike a car or truck, when you take the lug nuts off, the stud is part of the nut. There is a couple of pin that are on the hub to hold the disc's (rotors) on and when you put the Toils on, they hit those and will not seat. How did you solve that issue?
Hi K9! First, I can't "Thank You" enough for this video! B/c I've just spent a few days looking for another van to replace my Promaster 159 b/c... After a few days rain saturating my yard, I get stuck and can't get out w/o digging GIANT Trenches in my yard. It was only my 3rd time driving it, so I didn't know how to get out. I tried to turn the traction control off to see if that would help but couldn't find it. I will surely look for it now and KEEP MY PROMASTER!!! THANKS AGAIN K9!!! P.S. What kind of difference do ya get with the ECO Button on or off? P.S. Great Video! Very Entertaining and Funny Too (w/your yells and YEEEHAAAs! :) ) Thx Again!
While I appreciate your enthusiasm, that was not "off road", nor was it a hill. It was more like a long bump. Living in Vermont changes one's perspective a bit. Would love to see how this does in Vermont.
Iishana Artra I’ve got a buddy who uses a Promaster 2500 for his cabin construction business in the hills of western North Carolina. He got up sketchy dirt roads in snow and ice to keep working during the winter months. I’d definitely consider one after seeing what his was able to handle.
I live in the mountains. That road is super steep, video isnt doing it justice. Covered in ice and snow, again - super steep. These vans do great with simple tire upgrade.
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From now on, you're the Magic Man and I'm El Diablo. WoOoooooOOWeeeEEeeE
hahaha
Thanks for the video. Looking right now for all-terrains for my 2018 ProMaster!!
Love you brother! God bless!
Thanks brother, back at ya
Being a delivery driver I've been given the opportunity to drive a promaster, transit, sprinter, and the nv3500. All do the job. My preference in snow would be the awd transit. Traction is amazing offroad and in snowy weather.
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agree, its an amazing platform
Fun to watch and listen, I have a ProMaster 3500 extended conversion to camper,with Firestone Winterforce LT tires. Yes it does the job for winter driving up here in Canada,but keep less weight as possible in the back. Easier to do in winter with no water in the tanks. A rear wheel drive van such as the Transit works great with winter tires and with plenty weight in the back, specially going uphill
Right on!
Considering a promaster for a conversion van. I like it's width because is perfect for the length of my bed. But it's not available in 4wd and I do lots of outdoor activities. This video makes me feel better about it's capabilities.
calm down i know its fun but it was just a small hill thank for making me smile doe lol thanks for the review ill be getting a set for my van
I keep seeing reviews of front vs. rear wheel drive on snowy hills and front wheel drive seems to perform well but the vans are always empty, I would like to see the same comparison when both vans have 2500 lbs. in the back, I think the results would be very different, and vans aren't meant to be driven empty.
Great point
I have awd transit And I highly doubt I would get stuck but boss is wanting to upgrade vans and it seems only thing available is a pro master so thanks for posting cause I will be driving in areas like this
Awd transit with proper tires - is good man..
LOL EPIC! Entertaining and insightful you should be the pro master sales rep. Thanks man 👏
Glad you enjoyed it!
Man nerve racking seen u going up the hill and the stop sign keep thinking u going to spin out great job!!!
Thanks 👍
as a delivery driver, this is the content i was looking for. not some yuppies outfitting their vacation van but some country dude goin "well we got no choice GUN IT"
Thx brother
Came for the tires, stayed for the commentary. Weeeeeeooooo!
🤣🤣🙌🙌
Great reviews! Are you running any of these vans still? Any updates now on reliability etc? Thanks
We have multiple Pro Masters. Simple and reliable. Yes.
I was plan on buying a ford transit, until I rented one from home depot couple weeks ago. The transit just couldn't pull up on my drive way, which was plowed with very little snow, so I have to park it curb side over night, , the next morning I have a real trouble pull it out from parking spot, the rear wheel sat right on a layer of thin ice , spent like 30 minutes to get it out. no more rear wheel drive car for me.
seen it countless times. front wheel or 4x4 only for me as well
FWD on steep hills is terrible. Way worse than RWD with weight out back. The transit probably had stock Continentals on it. I own a RWD Transit and drive it 45000 miles a year in the Utah. The resorts I drive people to average 500" of snow a year. I rarely ever need chains. If I had FWD with a load, I'd never make it up the mountains, and would have trouble with chains unless I was empty. Once that weight teeter totters back, FWD is junk
I enjoyed watching this 😂
Thank you
nice Vid! are they 8" or 6" as is standard on the 2500,, thanks
Not sure I understand what ur asking
Is that van empty ? It's hard for me not to imagine that a couple thousand pounds of equipment in the back of that rig would change the driving experience fundamentally.
It is full
@@DogtrainerRidgesideK9That is useful information.
Is that a 159'' wheel base p
Promaster? Nice video!
Awesome. What color is this van? Also, are those wheels 16”? Thanks!
dark grey. yes - 16.
@@DogtrainerRidgesideK9 did you have this painted or is this the original color?
Great review....
Are these tyres better than dedicated winter tyres in the snow?
I would say depends on who you ask. They grip very well.
This land and area and homes are fantastic looking! Where is this?
Thank you. Northern Virginia
I have a question for you. I bought a set of Ultra Toil 450's. Even though they are listed to work with a Promaster, we've found that they don't. Unlike a car or truck, when you take the lug nuts off, the stud is part of the nut. There is a couple of pin that are on the hub to hold the disc's (rotors) on and when you put the Toils on, they hit those and will not seat. How did you solve that issue?
Do you have a lift kit? I like the rims too. Can you please list the tire sizes and where you bought the rims? I have a 2019 3500.
The rims are Ultra 450 Toil
Was your van empty? I normally carry about 2,000 - 3,000 lbs at all times in my awd chevy van.
Great video. Van is sitting nicely on the BFGs. No lift kit on the van I presume (like what Van Compass offers)?
Did you have to make mods for that tire and wheel size?
BFG Direct replacement
which rims are those?
Honestly don't remember at this point
I was so excited to see the ads before I was able to watch your video😑
Cant control youtube
How do these tires work on the highway do they make a lot of noise?
Super quiet
I’ve got these on my Ecodiesel and they are very quiet.
Is that the 159 wheelbase or the 136?
136
What kind of lift kit?
Hi K9! First, I can't "Thank You" enough for this video! B/c I've just spent a few days looking for another van to replace my Promaster 159 b/c... After a few days rain saturating my yard, I get stuck and can't get out w/o digging GIANT Trenches in my yard. It was only my 3rd time driving it, so I didn't know how to get out. I tried to turn the traction control off to see if that would help but couldn't find it. I will surely look for it now and KEEP MY PROMASTER!!! THANKS AGAIN K9!!! P.S. What kind of difference do ya get with the ECO Button on or off?
P.S. Great Video! Very Entertaining and Funny Too (w/your yells and YEEEHAAAs! :) ) Thx Again!
How much will it tow
5000lb
The 2019.5+ ProMasters tow nearly 7,000lbs now!
Mpg?
20mpg
While I appreciate your enthusiasm, that was not "off road", nor was it a hill. It was more like a long bump. Living in Vermont changes one's perspective a bit. Would love to see how this does in Vermont.
Iishana Artra I’ve got a buddy who uses a Promaster 2500 for his cabin construction business in the hills of western North Carolina. He got up sketchy dirt roads in snow and ice to keep working during the winter months. I’d definitely consider one after seeing what his was able to handle.
I live in the mountains. That road is super steep, video isnt doing it justice. Covered in ice and snow, again - super steep. These vans do great with simple tire upgrade.
225/75/16
sounds right. thanks man
Tire guy told me you don't need to say r
omg chill out bro
You did not test in any deep snow that was a terrible review
Thanks for the view and comment