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Please post price and website or other information regarding your aftermarket oil-filter-system. Tanks Kurt.
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Replying to: kenbaker (Feb 23, 2007 12:19 pm) The section I think your looking for falls under the Saddle Bearing Rumber strip! 'as there are two sections' that have references to the issue. Mercedes has rectified this on all LWB base units and up to the super long units, now a two piece tail shaft running on bearings and saddles, to prevent the vibrations etc/ Much of it was due to the harmonic balancer in the section that ran rear or dual air-con.. key ways slipped , replaced with a modified two way key lock , this was an automatic upgrade with sprinters but not a recall. Again fuel related issues with quality Diesel, did effect many other issues as well but we all know this now, if it wasn't transmissions! it was turbo leaks, fuel rails not delivering the fuel at required temp, which resulted in burnt valves , piston crowns o ring failures, fuel pump failure sensors in trans, this list goes on at least with four forums to choose from now this helps everyone as we all learn from it, even those who thought they had the answer! continues to learn from others experience and input  Thanks Altered. http://www.sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=749 Saddle Bearings for Rumber Strip Noise - Sprinter-Forum.com http://www.sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=806 Fuel Rail alert for type 647 engines - Sprinter-Forum.com |
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Replying to: kurt6 (Feb 23, 2007 2:50 pm) The dual oil filter system I was referring to, goes way back in this forum to last year. It was a special custom made unit in-line using a standard 30 micron filter of Mercedes and a custom 15 micron filter made by Ryco the oil was changed after the 500 mile break in period and the Mobil one Devlac H.D extra 10/40 Synthetic oil was added the vehicle a MWB based vehicle was purchased in May 2005 From Mercedes in Austria, exported to Australia this vehicle has done moderate millage 33 thousand K'S plus and still runs the same oil, yes it gets topped up as it uses oil at the normal rate, but the vehicle has never failed it is tested by both the DOT and the University of Tasmania and as stated previously still holds lubricity values not warranting an oil change, Added upper cylinder lubricants and transmission lubricants have been used also out side of Mercedes specifications , Mercedes oils are OK but better can be found, To clarify the mystery of KB not being able to source the oil I have used, is because it was from DC Chrysler for Mercedes section,Mercedes U.S uses this on the V6 Diesel that runs Blutec you do have a few in the states,this oil was not put into the Dodge section [Sprinters] of oils, because it was a new oil developed for the 2007 Model that you now have. adding to the confusion this is an advanced oil meant for European specifications, where the Diesel fuels run B-10 using the new particle emission exhaust, which was also installed on the 2005 Sprinter, and there was one also for the Blutec that rated at 299.9 p/m, In the US ULSD is only just becoming available it is still not available in all destinations through out the USA as the US uses less than 3 percent diesel to Gasoline, and its still catching up with Europe and Australasia. I hope that helps you Kurt. Please find a few links you asked for, take the time to read them look at other comments from other folk as well as the other three forums that deal with Sprinters, you will find a common cause and a common solution to your problems of Sprinters woes. Because they are a good vehicle, once you understand them, if you can learn from this, then you have the knowledge to argue a point with service reps,and it stops them dead in their tracks you get respect as a result. Thanks Altetred http://www.redlineoil.com/products_fueladditives.asp?subCategoryID=14&productID=- 32 Red Line Oil: Fuel Additives http://www.redlineoil.com/products_gearlubricants.asp Red Line Oil: Gear Lubricants http://www.sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=550 Anyone running alternative ATF fluid? Amsoil or other - Sprinter-Forum.com
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Replying to: altered3 (Feb 25, 2007 3:42 am) KenB 
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Does anybody know how to get into side door lower track? There is a plastic step cover that acts as a roller guide for the lower sliding door mount. I had a toolbox full of sockets open up and roll around in the back. Most of the sockets found there way into this track assembly. I can't get them out without pulling it apart and I can't figure out how it comes apart. Any help would be appreciated. BTW: Take a look in yours, you might be surprised what is down there. I used a magnet to pull out the smaller sockets, some belonged to the previous owner as they weren't my brand. In fact, I found several items that didn't belong. My door still works fine, but I think someday (probably when its -10F) the door will jamb and either not fully open or not fully close. Thanks in advance, Kentdog |
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Does anybody know how to get into side door lower track? There is a plastic step cover that acts as a roller guide for the lower sliding door mount. I had a toolbox full of sockets open up and roll around in the back. Most of the sockets found there way into this track assembly. I can't get them out without pulling it apart and I can't figure out how it comes apart. Any help would be appreciated. BTW: Take a look in yours, you might be surprised what is down there. I used a magnet to pull out the smaller sockets, some belonged to the previous owner as they weren't my brand. In fact, I found several items that didn't belong. My door still works fine, but I think someday (probably when its -10F) the door will jamb and either not fully open or not fully close. Thanks in advance, Kentdog
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Replying to: kentdog (Mar 30, 2007 2:37 am) What goes in has to come out, The width towards the rear of the van is actually smaller in height, so move to the front of the B pillar and you;ll find with little fingers stretching and pulling away all of the lost items will come out, sooner or latter. Clean the roller tracks and re lube, the stuff don't last that long and don't use sprays they tend to stick the dirt and grit that eventually finds its way down under. Altered Sprinter |
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I have a ? how does the 2.7L engine do it seems too small to pull the van  is acceleration any good
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Replying to: gdog6 (Apr 11, 2007 11:03 am) a turbo in the Ford but regardless,the Sprinter responds better on hill climbs etc. The Sprinter is not made for racing,but if you are looking for economy to work for you with enough power to do the job,I would highly recommend it.I presently have 21,000 miles on it with no trouble whatsoever,averaging 25 MPG cruising at 65 miles per hour. Regards from Guy in Canada
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