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by sdibaja
Thu Aug 06, 2009 10:09 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: I need suggestions on a general purpose towing vehicle
Replies: 20
Views: 6583

I went thru the same quandary a couple of months ago... I have a Mog 404 that is great to tow anything I want but it is way slow for the occasional 500 mile road trip. My solution was to get a 1 ton crew cab duallie. I found a 86 F350 crew cab that was not too beat up for $2200. Not a daily driver b...
by sdibaja
Mon Jul 27, 2009 9:26 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: what am i looking to pay for a clutch job
Replies: 17
Views: 11344

yes, plus $500 for parts
maybe a hundred for machine shop
and the unexpected... better have about $1200 on hand to bring it in.
so, is there a good Pinz mechanic in Pittsburgh?
by sdibaja
Wed Jul 15, 2009 1:13 pm
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: Brake question
Replies: 5
Views: 3506

pcolette: to answer your question, yes. But the effect would be a loss of assist in applying pressure... if there are no leaks in the vacuum hoses then you could/should feel the pedal go down more easily.

Jim and David are steering you in the right path
by sdibaja
Sat Sep 13, 2008 1:11 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: E bay Purchase
Replies: 4
Views: 2209

been Ebay shoping for several years, no problems shop there like you would shop any where else, internet or brick and mortar. "how do you tell a salesman is lying? His lips are moving!" BTW: EI http://www.expeditionimports.zoovy.com/ is a bit spendy but have been very prompt for me. SUPPOR...
by sdibaja
Sat Sep 13, 2008 1:04 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: GPS question
Replies: 17
Views: 6066

I just got a Bean Bag mount for my car, it is truly great! nice and heavy, very pliable, and has a moldable plate inside than can be hand formed to the curves if your dash (would swear it is a lead sheet, buy that is now a toxic waste item) https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=8100 I have had a G...
by sdibaja
Tue Aug 26, 2008 8:58 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Why we should enjoy life - now! Sorry, serious.
Replies: 14
Views: 5114

Paul

very sad

my best, Peter
by sdibaja
Fri Jul 18, 2008 11:08 am
Forum: Pinzgauer technical (old)
Topic: Help - Thud Sound on Bumps
Replies: 7
Views: 3615

while you are under there checking out the motor mounts have a look at all of the rubber bushings in the suspension including the shock absorber rubbers... this is very common with all older rigs rubber ages just sitting on the shelf, you have an old truck, a maintenance thing, not a big issue. (oh,...
by sdibaja
Wed Jun 18, 2008 2:12 pm
Forum: Pinzgauer technical (old)
Topic: OH NO! Red Death!
Replies: 22
Views: 11542

Fuel Tank Slushing Compound

what you are looking for is "Fuel Tank Slushing Compound" ask at your automotive paint store or google it started using it on motorcycles in the early 70's makes a plastic coating on the inside of the tank, pour in the whole quart, slop it around so it gets on everything, then pour it back...
by sdibaja
Fri Jun 13, 2008 3:51 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Bet you don't tow your 7000 lb Mog this way
Replies: 15
Views: 7341

Thanks for your concern I don't know where you got your data, I just go by the manufactures specs on the frame, door sticker, tires, etc Yes, all lights and brakes were hooked up and in excelent condition. 100% legal I never said legal = safe. I leave that argiument to the engineers and bearucrats B...
by sdibaja
Sat Jun 07, 2008 12:48 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: my friend thinks his truck compares to a pinzgauer!
Replies: 17
Views: 6284

has rubber tires too!
by sdibaja
Tue Jun 03, 2008 8:30 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Bet you don't tow your 7000 lb Mog this way
Replies: 15
Views: 7341

NC_Mog: I will not take offense, and I do agree with you. this type of tow will not be a regular practice... BTW, this is a SRT8 with big brembo brakes and wide rubber and stiff polly suspension too, load leveling hitch, all gear rated for the tow. I stayed totally on the back roads, speed never exc...
by sdibaja
Tue Jun 03, 2008 3:49 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Bet you don't tow your 7000 lb Mog this way
Replies: 15
Views: 7341

thanks for your concern Michael! the trip was slow but uneventful... the CHP did not give me a second look but I did turn a few heads along the way. this first photo is first thing this morning as I was getting ready to unload, after 12 years here I will be seeing the top of the ridge in the backgro...
by sdibaja
Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:30 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Bet you don't tow your 7000 lb Mog this way
Replies: 15
Views: 7341

insanity has it's rewards

we all made it to Punta Banda just fine...
more later, nap time!
by sdibaja
Wed May 28, 2008 7:36 pm
Forum: Pinzgauer technical (old)
Topic: Pinz ownership - newbie help and advice needed
Replies: 5
Views: 2756

"after destroying an Isuzu in less than 2 years" is the number 1 tip off. my darling son can kill anything quick, I am able to nurse along a piece of c_r_a_p for years. Scott is giving real good advice I would love to have a Pinz 712M but it is much more wise fore me to have a Mog. BTW, th...