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Re: Of Course it has problems [mike_mcginn]
by kenbaker
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Dec 20, 2007 (1:50 pm)
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Replying to: mike_mcginn (Dec 19, 2007 4:02 pm)
2006 is end of cycle or the T1N Sprinter (actually a holdover, as Europe went to the newer NC3V already).
KenB 
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- #1168 of 1262
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Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [surlyoldbill]
by kenbaker
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Dec 20, 2007 (1:52 pm)
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Replying to: surlyoldbill (Dec 19, 2007 4:32 pm)
What do they call that Toyota van? I wnat to look them up.
Thanks,
KenB 
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- #1169 of 1262
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Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [kenbaker]
by 2000_valk
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Dec 20, 2007 (6:38 pm)
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Replying to: kenbaker (Dec 20, 2007 1:25 pm)
Hey Ken, My recirculate is broken, Pushing the button lights it up, but will not shut the door. The actuator moves but is broken from the door pivot. Cost to repair, 530.00. The mechanic says put a screw in it. Kind of nervous to take things apart. Have you heard of this problem before. The mech. says he has seen this before. Van goes in monday , A staples truck backed into me. Hope you have a great holiday, Tom
PS Just received the winter front mask from sprinter accessories, 105.00. Doesn't seem to fit right. Have sent them email. Will keep every one informed on this.
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Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [2000_valk]
by kenbaker
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Dec 21, 2007 (11:32 am)
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Replying to: 2000_valk (Dec 20, 2007 6:38 pm)
Yes, have heard of the problem with the re-circ door, but have not got any better fix than a screw (or pin/cotter key). Have also heard of the eventual death of the actuator.
KenB
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Re: feul filter change [jemepa]
by clkash
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Dec 23, 2007 (8:19 am)
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Replying to: jemepa (Aug 25, 2006 9:03 am)
Helo, On early Doge Sprinters the fuel pump does not provide enough pressure to re-prime the engine after the fuel filter change. The dodge dealers use a hand pump(similar to ones used on portable fuel tanks for outboard boat motors). They connect the priming pump to the fuel return line from the engine and suck the fuel through the filter to the engine and into the return line. They re-install the return line to the fuel filter and then you can start the engine.
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- #1172 of 1262
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Re: Of Course it has problems [kenbaker]
by punter1
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Dec 23, 2007 (10:28 am)
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Replying to: kenbaker (Dec 20, 2007 1:50 pm)
That is my understanding as well.
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The 2006 Dodge Sprinter was effectively the leftover models they did not sell in Europe the previous year.
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Europe being a much bigger Sprinter market, DC decided to stiff the USA buyers with -new- leftovers so they could keep prices high in Europe and clear the lots easily.
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It is only now that we are seeing the vehicle that came out two years ago - with all the options. This is why I waited. If they spent a billion on the redesign something had to be better.
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Looking for an 07 Sprinter Wagon
by orb1
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Dec 28, 2007 (10:25 am)
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Hi All,
With the birth of our 5th child due Jan 1st it looks like we're going to outgrow our standard 7 seat SUV. Right now we're maxed out on storage space and seating (keeping the more unruley children seperated!) with what we've got. I'm hoping to move up to bigger (and hopefully more fuel efficient) diesel Sprinter sometime this winter. Anyone know of any new or low mileage '07 nine seaters still around?
With the low dollar to euro ratio it seems like the '08 will be a little out of our budget.
Great site and I look forward to chatting with you all about the van you (and hopefully I will) love so well in the future.
Thanks,
Orb
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Re: Looking for an 07 Sprinter Wagon [orb1]
by surlyoldbill
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Dec 28, 2007 (11:19 am)
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Replying to: orb1 (Dec 28, 2007 10:25 am)
You probably want a 2004-2006 model. The new ones have crappy mileage compared the old 5cyl diesel, and as with any newly redesigned vehicle, they have problems. There are still a lot of unused old models on the lots. I used TruckTraderonline to find mine. You can have about any vehicle shipped anywhere in the country for $750 or less. Ebay is good, too.
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- #1175 of 1262
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Where to Buy Sprinter Passenger Van?
by seadad1
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Dec 29, 2007 (12:22 pm)
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We are looking into replacing our old Ford conversion van with a Sprinter for our family of 7, including 5 yr old triplets. We live in NE OH (near Cleveland) and nobody seems to carry these. I suppose we could travel a reasonable distance, but where do we find dealers that carry these? My wife is also concerned about the rear wheel drive in bad weather. Thanks. Tom
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Re: Where to Buy Sprinter Passenger Van? [seadad1]
by fhr57
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Dec 31, 2007 (5:55 am)
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Replying to: seadad1 (Dec 29, 2007 12:22 pm)
I started looking at Sprinters 2 years ago.I live in Ohio east of Cleveland and went to the dealer in Geauga county. I test drove all of the models and was looking for a passenger van any color but white. The dealer was no help at all, and salesman knows nothing about the vans. I did go there once for engine light on and was very happy with the service dept. I thought I would wait for the 07s, but when they came out, things weren't looking so good. I contacted the dealer and continued to look. I ended up buying an 06 from Roanoke Motors in Illionois in June. They have a web site. They had 20-30 models on the lot. I was able to get a blue, high roof passenger van. They were very helpful and gave me a great deal. So far have 10,000 mi, no problems It handles just as good in the snow and ice as a Ford. I just drove to Colorado to ski and was in storms both ways as well as deep snow in the mountains. It goes through everything as good as my Fords. Been driving Ford vans since 1975 and replaced my 95 with 06 Sprinter. Still have a 2000 Ford for work.
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