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record Prowler Enthusiast From:Wichita, KS, USA Registered: Dec 2002 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2004 12:01 PM Dan G, Thanks, I'll run my car by the dealer (when it gets warm) and see if they will order parts and let me put them on, but I doubt they will agree. Dealers here aren't so good. All, The mechanic who did the lower ball joint recall noticed interference between the upper a-arm and steering knuckle on my Prowler. The upper a-arm and steering knuckle had to be replaced (which was a major nightmare!!!) This is not something easily seen without taking the wheel off and looking for it, or using a mirror to see between the parts.
commairinc Prowler Newbie From:St. Louis, MO USA Registered: Jul 2003 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2004 06:36 PM First Post. Bought Black Tie 153 last July. Had 1100 mile shakedown cruise home from purchase. Now has 14,000. Repairs so far: 1)Blown front passenger speaker 2) Water pump (no problem, believe they thought this was the shock leak problem) 3) Ball joint recall 4) Hood props 5) Leaking shocks replaced (think these leak too) 6) Window seals leaked, adjusted 7) Side panel rattled, reglued Currently turns over slowly, weak battery?? Still wouldn't trade it for the world.
WAYNEW Prowler Junkie From:HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA Registered: Aug 2003 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2004 07:15 PM 78,000+ AND ALMOST NO REPAIRS TO THE PROWLER, JUST A FEW MINOR THINGS. MY GM CADILLAC ON THE OTHER HAND, HAD 63 REPAIRS IN 60 MONTHS. GM, WHAT A PIECE OF JUNK. ------------------
TFischer POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Texas, USA Registered: Mar 2002 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2004 10:44 PM 2000 Silver: Leaking window seals replaced Rear deck lid wouldn't close right - adjusted All 4 wheels replaced three times - once was from peeling - twice for hack job done at Discount Tire when swapping out the rims Ball Joint Recall Hood Struts Two sets of shocks - leaking Gasket on gas tank leaking - replaced I consider all of this very minor and love the car!! Have 16,000 miles.
SERIB Prowler Junkie From:Lebanon, Ohio, USA Registered: Jul 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-08-2006 08:39 AM Bump...this is some handy info !
quincy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield Glade, TN. USA Registered: May 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-08-2006 10:43 AM 1999 Purple @ 4,700 miles. 1. Ball joint recall completed. 2. Fuel fill issue repaired by dealer under good faith. 3. Impossible to tighten negative battery cable...corrected by installing Obi-Wan's superior custom cable. That's about it for right now. I keep spare trans. sensors and spare top latches in the car due to high incidence of failures with other owners, but mine have not gone yet.
pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA Registered: Dec 2001 Admin Use	posted 02-08-2006 12:48 PM 2001 Orange (bought w/126 miles Feb 2001 with scratched up wheel. Replaced by dealership) 1700 miles currently Replaced hood struts at 1400 miles (2005) Ball joint recall - doing it this week
Steven R. Gary POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Mendon, MI 49072 Registered: Dec 2001 Admin Use	posted 02-09-2006 12:55 PM 2001 Orange Prowler: 7,500 miles replaced top. Leaks around windows. After replacement still leaks, Live with it!! 8,300 miles Replaced rear wheels, peeling chrome. 8,300 miles Ball Joint recall. 14,500 miles replaced Battery & Alternator 18,100 miles replaced front shocks - Leaking All covered under warranty. Currect mileage is 23,700 23,700 Smiles per Mile - Just love it. This message has been edited by Steven R. Gary on 02-09-2006 at 12:59 PM
condor Prowler Junkie From:Frankfurt a.M. , Hessen, Germany Registered: Jun 2003 Admin Use	posted 02-09-2006 04:36 PM 2001 Plymouth , 23500miles right front chrom wheel replaced under warranty front tires replaced with eagle f1 (10000miles)/dealer front shocks replaced under warranty Ball Joint recall done Hood strud new warranty(but not replaced fo fare in Germany) Batterie replaced at 23000miles 3 chrom rims are in bad shape, chrom flaking , I hate it! Fueling on many gas stations in Europe is a pain " (no, not only the $6/gallon gas price) Tire sensor goes on, after driving a wile, goes off again. I bought at my last USA vacation most prowler service parts, including all belts,oil & filter,ceramic brakes pads and new disc�s , trans filter,spark plugs, 4 new tires, front shoxs (spare), hood struts,and shipped it to my friends APO here. . . . , so I�m good for the 2006 seeson in Germany. Over all, so fare ,I would say, compare to my street rods and even to my new Audi, the Prowler is a very trouble free fun ride !!! This message has been edited by condor on 02-09-2006 at 04:43 PM
Gene POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:St.Petersburg,Fl USA Registered: Jul 2002 Admin Use	posted 02-09-2006 05:40 PM I had orginally posted chrome wheels peeling and for got about the hood struts,in 3 years 3 sets and now needs another set but refuse to use Chrysler.My have not gone bad due to use since only 6700 mile and only time hood is open is maybe twice a year.Car just sets under car cover in garage.Ball joints replaced due to recall and no other problems but again my lawn mower get more use than Prowler.Dont know why I keep it and pay insurance,tag,etc.
Marty Usher POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:San Antonio, Texas, United States Registered: Jun 2001 Admin Use	posted 02-10-2006 04:49 PM quote: Originally posted by Gene: I had orginally posted chrome wheels peeling and for got about the hood struts,in 3 years 3 sets and now needs another set but refuse to use Chrysler.My have not gone bad due to use since only 6700 mile and only time hood is open is maybe twice a year.Car just sets under car cover in garage.Ball joints replaced due to recall and no other problems but again my lawn mower get more use than Prowler.Dont know why I keep it and pay insurance,tag,etc. Gene - there are some of us high mileage guys that are happy that other POA people like you are keeping some low mileage cars out there for us to buy in the future!
MY TOY POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:PALM COAST, FL,USA Registered: Jul 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-10-2006 06:10 PM 1999 Yellow 9,000 miles Well I have one I haven't seen in here. Wiper motor bolts came loose when driving home in rain. Guess they aren't made to be driven in the rain.
quincy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield Glade, TN. USA Registered: May 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2006 05:03 PM WAYNEW, Please send me a privite message in regards to the 'issues' with your Cadillac. I would like to help resolve them if possible.
Bcoffman Gray Ghost Prowler Junkie From:Marshall,Mo.65340 Registered: Dec 2002 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2006 08:39 PM quote: Originally posted by quincy: WAYNEW, Please send me a privite message in regards to the 'issues' with your Cadillac. I would like to help resolve them if possible. Quincy, Are you affiliated with GM, or are you an attorney? LOL
txgold POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lancaster, Texas, U.S.A. Registered: Nov 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2006 08:42 PM 2000 Silver 8700 miles Ball Joints No chipping on rims No leaking in the rain No problems to date
ed monahan POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA Registered: Jul 2000 Admin Use	posted 02-11-2006 11:06 PM MyToy, Rickstr and his dad Mel had a wiper motor failure in Texas. I do not recall the final outcome.
WAYNEW Prowler Junkie From:HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA Registered: Aug 2003 Admin Use	posted 02-12-2006 07:48 AM quote: Originally posted by quincy: WAYNEW, Please send me a privite message in regards to the 'issues' with your Cadillac. I would like to help resolve them if possible. I NOW OWN A 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ SL600 THAT IS WORSE THAT MY CADILLAC! IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP ABOUT 40 OF THE LAST 60 DAYS. CALLING MY SL600 JUNK WOULD BE A COMPLIMENT. CAN YOU, OR ANYONE HELP ME WITH MY SL600? IT IS SO BAD THAT SOMEONE DOWN THE STREET ASKED IF I WORKED FOR MERCEDES NOW, BECAUSE I HAVE A NEW MERCEDES LOANER CAR EACH WEEK AND I JUST LEAVE IT OUTSIDE. ------------------
quincy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Fairfield Glade, TN. USA Registered: May 2004 Admin Use	posted 02-12-2006 11:19 AM Grey Ghost, I am not in the legal profession. I am a design responsible engineer for the truck small block V-8 cylinder heads...Gen 3,4, and now 5. I have, in the past, had success resolving issues by passing these types of concerns directly up the ladder. I am sorry that I can not help on this issue due to the vehicle being sold.
condor Prowler Junkie From:Frankfurt a.M. , Hessen, Germany Registered: Jun 2003 Admin Use	posted 03-12-2008 04:28 PM Many Prowlers have problems with their front shocks. If you have oil around the shocks, or at the bottom bracket below the shocks,( dirty,greasy) .. you have leeking shock problem Lots of 01 Prowlers have this sickness. Many Chrysler service departments overlook this. The good point is, the shocks ( replace with Konis) are not expensiv. ( $ 180 each)
LAwil POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Southern Calif. Registered: Aug 2007 Admin Use	posted 03-12-2008 06:19 PM 1999 Yellow 29,000 miles currently Right signal on the side panel went out @ 27,000 miles (replaced bulb, no big deal) Rear driver side wheel peeling slightly @ 27,250 miles Sent out to re-chrome Aside from that, it's all good ------------------
KatMan POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:North Carolina Registered: May 2007 Admin Use	posted 03-13-2008 06:45 AM 2001 Pearl Blue - Mulholland Edition 17,040 - miles Oil sending unit - 16,703 - dealer bumped when doing an oil change (this site helped me diagnose!) Ordinary maintenance (Oil, lube, filter) Front-end alignment - 15,253 Minor leaking by windows during heavy rains - traditional problem with "most" convertibles. She's a gem. I love her. I previously owned a '92 Ferrari. Talk about waiting for the other "shoe to drop" regarding repairs!! Rest easy. This car was an engineering first. Huge companies like Alcoa, Goodyear, etc. were specifically consulted and used to create this limited edition masterpiece. Also the assembly and coachman in "skunkworks" Connor Ave. Plant put their hearts and soles into this "speciality" vehicle using a tested assembly process and inspection. Can a bad egg result, 'yes', however the chances are much more limited than the "run of the mill" 300,000+ a year assembled makes/models. We've got 5-star dealer support and a fundamentally basic engine and drive train. Wiring appears good (better than the European "Lucas" stuff). Drive it like you stole it! Have Fun!!!
skyprowler Prowler Junkie From:Brighton,Michigan Registered: Mar 2005 Admin Use	posted 03-13-2008 09:34 AM 2000 Black 13,000 miles Problems: Wheels chrome Bubbles & corrosion.
Leo Prowler Junkie From:Tucson, AZ, US Registered: Mar 2004 Admin Use	posted 03-13-2008 11:53 AM Approx 17000 miles - nothing major yet! Replaced Hood struts Spent a lot of money on upgrades - hardtop, waterfall gears etc! ------------------
ProwlerBobWpg Prowler Junkie From:Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada Registered: Jan 2008 Admin Use	posted 03-14-2008 06:37 PM Prowler has been good. Two rims peeling, did the Ball Joint recall... otherwise trouble free at 26,000 miles. My worst car ever was '06 Toyota, dealer bought it back, they couldn't solve my problems.
washburnj Prowler Newbie From:Alpharetta, GA USA Registered: Apr 2004 Admin Use	posted 05-16-2010 02:09 PM 2001 Muh. Blue ~15,000 miles. Argh... stuck at COSTCO Friday night. No power, nothing, nada.... Found guy who had cables.... Allstate rep, nice guy, tried to jump, once again, nothing, checked fuses, all ok. Called AAA, first guy cleaned battery connections and tightened, once again nothing... now three hours into sitting there. Well, AAA flatbed tow truck showed up. He will not tow without me signing a damage waiver. I gave the good ole' boy the story and he asked if perhaps someone cut a cable.... doubtful I said, he checked the starter cable, etc.... Well guess what; he found what others have mentioned, the positive cable just off the post wore away on the bottom side and was arching to the frame. He cut apart the cable and twisted the wire together, It was enough to get me home. The next day to the dealer and they stated three things: 1. The red positive cable is not available 2. The part is the whole engine wiring harness #Not available# 3. If they could get it, it would be ~$800.00 Jeez.... Dealers suck.... Well crap..... I went to NAPA and they had a 69" cable. (~$40) With a bit of modification (~$10 in parts (wire, shrink wrap, fuseable link)) for the second line and fusable link I was ready to replace it. Note to self... put a pocket knife (to cut and strip wire) in the glovebox along with a 10mm wrench. (to take off the side panel) Perhaps a Leatherman tool would be the best.

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