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180 vs 270 degree Sprinter Door Hinges

Sprinter vans have the option to come with 270-degree hinges that open all the way to the body of the van. While these can be convenient at times, we’ve found the 180 hinges offer even more benefits.

Can I use the Sprinter cabinets in a Transit van?

Have a Transit van but want the look of the 48" Upper Cabinets and 24" Upper Cabinets? While these cabinets are designed for Sprinter vans in particular, you can install them in a Transit van. However, there are some minor quirks when doing this to b

Which awning should I get? F45 or F80?

"Which awning should I get?" is a popular question we hear from customers. The answer depends on your van and the setup. Check out our Awning Compatibility Guide here.

How to use the Fiamma F45 and F80 Awnings

We love being outside, which sometimes means dealing with some intense sun, rain showers, or even snow. Rather than feeling stuck inside or chasing shade further away from the van than we’d like, we like to use an awning to protect ourselves from the

How can I add more gear on my roof rack?

You can install solar panels, surfboards, kayaks, SUPs, roof boxes, and pretty much anything else that would typically be installed on a car roof rack on our roof racks. Find out more here.

What are the dimensions of your racks and other products?

Dimensions of products can be found under "Dimensions & Specs" next to "Key Features" on the product page, or find these  within the product description. We try our best to make dimensions available but some products may be missing this particular se

Mattress Care, Cleaning, & Warranty Details

Unboxing Instructions CAUTION: PLEASE DO NOT USE KNIFE TO REMOVE PLASTIC to avoid cutting mattress cover when opening Mattress has been compressed for shipping. Please open with caution. Mattress will expand when released from packaging. Please all

Can I install the Low Pro Roof Rack myself?

Flatline Van Co. Low Pro Roof Racks are designed to be very simple to install. They require no drilling and mount to factory rails or holes. Anyone handy with basic tools should be able to install our racks.

Can I install the Safari Rack myself?

We recommend contacting one of our Certified Installers if you don't feel comfortable installing the Safari Rack after viewing the Installation Guide.

Can I install Side Steps with other accessories underneath my van?

Our Sprinter Side Steps mount to the underbody your van where other accessories may already be in place. If you encounter this issue, you can omit one Hangar or Brace along the MID SECTION of the side steps.

Do you sell parts for vans other than Sprinter, Transit, Promaster?

We currently offer products for Sprinter, Transit, and Promaster vans. We also offer a handful of "universal" products including our Pull Out Tray, Galleys, storage cubbies, and ski/snowboard racks. We do our best to list the compatibility of our pro

Can I install a Rooftop Tent on your racks?

Yes, most rooftop tents can work on our roof racks. We've had customers install tents from Roofnest, CVT, Thule, and more. While you can install a rooftop tent on any of our racks, the space required will vary, and compatibility will depend on both t

I like your products but still have questions. What should I do?

Unlike most brands, we actually want to talk to you. Yeah, that's right - call us at 888-667-5576, or shoot us an email at [email protected]. Our team of product experts are here to tell you how they use our products in their vans, answer

Can I get cupboard doors or back panels for the Galleys?

We do not currently offer extra cupboard doors or back panels for the Galleys, but solutions for this are in the works!. We realize some customers may want to use the galley in front of the door, in which case, we'd recommend a DIY back panel with a

Do I need OEM Factory or Aftermarket Roof Rails to install your Sprinter roof racks?

Yes, our line of Sprinter roof racks (Low Pro, Standard, Safari) require factory or aftermarket roof tracks.

How many Universal Decking Panels do I need for my roof rack?

Have one of our roof racks and looking to add our Universal Decking Panels? The images below show you how many of each panel size it takes make a full deck on each of our Low Pro and Standard series roof racks. These are just examples to get a better

Can I add decking to my FVC roof rack?

Yes, you can add your own decking to our Low Pro Roof Rack or Standard Racks! Find out more here.

View All Install Guides

Our collection of install guides can be found under Learn > Installation Guides. If you run into any questions on our products, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. 888-667-5576 (Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm PST). [email protected]

Using the Thule Hideaway Awning with our Sprinter Low Pro Roof Racks

The roof mounted Thule Hideaway Awning can be installed with our Low Pro Roof Racks for Sprinter vans - it just requires some cuts to the Thule awning brackets and is really minimal extra work if you have the tools.

What to do if bed rail mounting holes aren't lining up with the Sprinter bed brackets

If the side rails of the bed you received aren't lining up with the brackets, you'll need to drill holes in the side rails as shown below. You can also find this information noted on page 5 of the install guide.

Locking Latches for Sprinter Upper Cabinets

The latches on our Sprinter 24" and 48" Upper Cabinets be swapped out to be a lockable cupboard. We don't carry these ourselves, but recommend this latch for a perfect fit: WJSKDQ 2PCS Compression Latch Lock Powder Coated Zinc Alloy Adjustable Lever