Sprinter Campervan M700 Nomad - Replacement Windows

RoboLB · Senior Member

Sprinter Campervan M700 Nomad - Replacement Windows

Dougwe · Chief one feather

G'day Rob,

I guess they do it that way for a security thing. Less windows to get in by nasty people.

Can I suggest you try a Panel shop/Crash Repairer. If you haven't already that is.

Keep Safe out there.

RoboLB · Senior Member

Might try that Doug.

Possum3 · Guru

RoboLB wrote:
I'd like to find someone, who does replacement windows.
So that we can install windows that open, and that have built in fly screens.
I'm yet to find anyone who does this though.
Any ideas?
We are based in Sydney.

Caravans Plus can supply windows with shades and screens - You will need to remove existing windows and spot weld a metal panel to the opening then nibble out to suit new window. Relatively easy job but finding a repairer willing to do it would be at a premium as there is so much work backed up at all Sydney Caravan Repairers - CaravansPlus: Identifying Seitz Windows & Replacement Parts

PJS at Mt Pritchard has alway done my repairs and modifications see; Caravan & Trailer Repairs | Phil Johnson Smash Repairs

RoboLB · Senior Member

Many thanks Possum.

msg · Guru

I have two windows in my van and they are on each side in the last window panel and I really can't use them sometimes because

(1) they are right over over the bed and I risk cold draughts during the night and

(2) They are sliding windows and if I leave them open then I will get wet.

Suggest you don't get sliding windows but wind out ones and don't have them directly where they will vent over the bed.

Geeco · Senior Member

You could try Motorhome Doctor at Mt Kuring-gai. He is associated with Trakka campervans & may have experience in the conversion. I have used him in the past & very happy with their work.
Ph: 8294 8577 1/12 Yatala Rd.

A little more research has unearthed Dove Campers in Welshpool Perth WA. They build camper conversions and are also agents for Kea. Possibly they could assist with a contact in Sydney

-- Edited by Geeco on Saturday 22nd of October 2022 05:05:39 PM

PeterInSa · Guru

Some ideas below, but US Sprinters may have slightly different sides/supports than Oz versions ( our Sprinter from memory was made in Brazil)

vanwindowsdirect.com/collections/sprinter-van-windows-2007-2018

RoboLB · Senior Member

PeterInSa wrote:
Some ideas below, but US Sprinters may have slightly different sides/supports than Oz versions ( our Sprinter from memory was made in Brazil)

vanwindowsdirect.com/collections/sprinter-van-windows-2007-2018

Some good options there. Thanks Peter

RoboLB · Senior Member

Geeco wrote:
You could try Motorhome Doctor at Mt Kuring-gai. He is associated with Trakka campervans & may have experience in the conversion. I have used him in the past & very happy with their work.
Ph: 8294 8577 1/12 Yatala Rd.
A little more research has unearthed Dove Campers in Welshpool Perth WA. They build camper conversions and are also agents for Kea. Possibly they could assist with a contact in Sydney

-- Edited by Geeco on Saturday 22nd of October 2022 05:05:39 PM

Thanks Gary, have reached out to them.

RoboLB · Senior Member

msg wrote:
I have two windows in my van and they are on each side in the last window panel and I really can't use them sometimes because

(1) they are right over over the bed and I risk cold draughts during the night and

(2) They are sliding windows and if I leave them open then I will get wet.

Suggest you don't get sliding windows but wind out ones and don't have them directly where they will vent over the bed.

Yes, good point!

PeterInSa · Guru

Rob

2 things

Join the Oz Sprinter Forum.
sprinter-source.com/forums/index.php

Buy and learn how to use a Scan Gauge.

Mike Harding · Guru

RoboLB wrote:
If you know these vans, the only opening window in the living area, is the one in the side door.

That's pretty stupid and, I agree, you will cook!

Until you can get the windows done perhaps one or two 12V fans near the opening window blowing to the rear of the van and the rear doors partly open? Maybe a jury rigged chain for security.

On the new windows don't forget that you will need insect screens too.

In regard to the Scan Gauge mentioned by Peter consider the Android/Apple app. Torque and a $15 ebay Bluetooth dongle instead.

RoboLB · Senior Member

PeterInSa wrote:
Rob

2 things

Join the Oz Sprinter Forum.
sprinter-source.com/forums/index.php

Buy and learn how to use a Scan Gauge.

Will do Peter. Thanks

RoboLB · Senior Member

Mike Harding wrote:
RoboLB wrote:
If you know these vans, the only opening window in the living area, is the one in the side door.
That's pretty stupid and, I agree, you will cook!
Until you can get the windows done perhaps one or two 12V fans near the opening window blowing to the rear of the van and the rear doors partly open? Maybe a jury rigged chain for security.
On the new windows don't forget that you will need insect screens too.
In regard to the Scan Gauge mentioned by Peter consider the Android/Apple app. Torque and a $15 ebay Bluetooth dongle instead.

Yep. Seems stupid. But then I'm a newbie. I guess people have found ways to cope.

Getting some quotes to replace the windows......

Not that I'm worried about 'cooking', but......

The dealer is fitting 2 fans above the beds for us, along with rear door flyscreens.

And I discovered a gadget (door latch/prop) that allows the rear doors to be 'locked' but still be 1-2 cms open for airflow.