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    brett pretends to retire again

    Yeh, I am too; however, we have something in common. We both use the same Orthopedic Center! Maranatha, Big Al
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    Restless Leg Syndrone

    It's hard to describe. But generally you are just inextreme discomfort, you feel like you need to stetch your legs,run,jump around,etc. It usually comes around in the late evening and makes it difficult to go to sleep. If it comes on after you're asleep you are continuiously tossing and turning...
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    Restless Leg Syndrone

    I am sorry that I implied a 8-5 routine. It usually happens in the evening hours and continues through the night. Squirming in the seat of your vehicle is very uncomfortable on long runs. Exercise helps for short periods but never has resolved my problem awake or otherwise. I am also not sure of...
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    Restless Leg Syndrone

    I have suffered with this for quite some time and have tried Requip & Mirapex as prescribed by Mayo Clinic. They work for awhile then they seem to me to aggravate the condition. I also suffer from sleep apnea but back to restless leg, I was at a loss on what to do because in the early evening I...
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    6.0 Powerstroke Good-Bad-whatever?

    Thanks for the info. Everything I've researched concurs with your advice. Seems as though 2006 and newer will be safe. Too bad they had to get rid of the 7.3. It done us well for almost 600K. I run a 7.3 IDI in my 92 F350 crew cab dually with about 235k. A couple of years ago I thought about...
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    6.0 Powerstroke Good-Bad-whatever?

    Very informative! Thanks, Big Al
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    6.0 Powerstroke Good-Bad-whatever?

    Need info from vans running this engine or knowledge thereof. Also how does it compare with Ford V8's or V10 mileage? Thanks, Big Al :D
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    coleman cooler problem

    I would return the item if possible; however, if that's not possible I would take it apart to see if the motor is binding or the fan is rubbing. It's pretty straight, just take out the screws and leave the wires in the terminal block and run the motor also it should almost be completely quiet...
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    Deep Cycle Batteries

    Amen to that! After 20 years of full time rving I've gone through plenty of 12 vdc so called deep cycle batteries. Changed to golf cart and am well pleased. They have a greater reserve capacity and I believe are strnger. Big Al :)
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    Transmission Help?

    We seem to have solved the problem with the old style trouble shooting "KISS", they put it up on the rack and cleaned all the connectors. Seems to work, Thank God! I am totally disgusted with Dealers. They raise the hood and it's a minimum $70-100 even if it's only 10 minutes. ATRA certified...
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    Transmission Help?

    Anyone know a good transmission shop near Rochester Hills Michigan? We're having problems with our Ford E350 Van. I searched out one called Transmissions Unlimited in Utica and will proably call in the morning. They seem to check out with ATRA membership and BBB.org. The overdrive light has been...
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    What place do you like to fuel at?

    Flying J for showers & discount fuel. Murphy USA for fuel and parking. QT and Wilco sometimes. Deli's at WalMart,Publix,etc. Cracker Barrel or Bob Evans for sitdown meals. You can order from the kids meal at any age & kids peach pancakes are my favorites or oatmeal with a muffin at CB or Lunch...
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    Portable Generator Securement

    I have thought about the RV/Onan solution and also a Kohler makes a nice one;however,they are expensive and fuel distribution is a problem. I have a RV A/C (Carrier 13500btu's) in my shop and also I have a 4KW Onan Propane generater in my shop but both seems too large & heavy for Sprinter. Onan...
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    Portable Generator Securement

    Good point Greg. I'll have to check the structural integrity of the hinges and make a judgement call. As a retired Naval Engineering Officer that's important! That may be a good point to put it lower and closer to the hinge to maximize weight distribution. I hope to not exceed 100 lbs, probably...
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    Portable Generator Securement

    I actually am leaning towards a sturdy tray with side gussets secured to the back door with bolts through the door and a backing strip on the inside for reinforcement. You would need to keep it under 1oo lbs but using a digital inverter generator this shouldn't be a problem. Big Al :)
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    Portable Generator Securement

    Have you had any luck running an A/C with a inverter? Does the inverter have enough watts to kick on the compressor. I know they have enough for running theA/C however, the startup on most A/C's requires a strong jolt. Big Al :)
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    Ordering Sprinter

    Does anyone have recent experience ordering a new Sprinter? I was wondering : 1. How much deposit is required? 2. How long it takes to get delivery? 3. Is there any price bargaining? 4. Bestplace for financing,Bank, Credit Union,etc.? And any other questions that I may have overlooked...
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    Sprinter Repair Costs

    Thanks for the input. I was looking at a price for engine rebuild. Also could you enlighten me on your acronyms, I want to make sure I understand. I have heard some horror stories about replacement costs for trans., radiator,brake controls,etc. I paid almost $3,000 for a transmission replacement...
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    Sprinter Repair Costs

    Would like to know if a person buys a used Sprinter what's the worst case scenario repairs? I've heard transmission approx. $5,000. Front end $2,000, expensive radiator,etc. I want to know what I am against if I purchase used with real cases? Please let it be for newer Sprinter's 2007 & newer...
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    Sprinter Survey

    I was considering going with a 3500 Sprinter and I would have to install a deck which would restrict height. When we were withCon Way we decided to run a 2 pallet configuration with our E350 and I don't think (at least withCon Way) we missed many loads. Having a bunk and lots of storage was a...
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