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by pcolette
Wed Jun 29, 2022 5:18 pm
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: For Sale: Pinz Red Brake Light Conversion
Replies: 1
Views: 841
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For Sale: Pinz Red Brake Light Conversion

I came across the following items that SAV used to sell for converting the original Pinz tail lights from single to dual filament for those that prefer operational red brake lights. Instructions: Pinz Brake Light Conversion.pdf Photos of the hardware: IMG_1159.jpeg IMG_1160.jpeg IMG_1161.jpeg $60.00...
by pcolette
Sun Jun 19, 2022 8:16 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Truck died
Replies: 5
Views: 2208
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Re: Truck died

Another possible issue to consider with the fuel delivery is that if the fuel line from the tank to the pump is old, dry and cracked, air will leak in as the pump is trying to prime itself. Sometimes just replacing the rubber fuel lines can make a considerable difference. Glad you're back on the road!
by pcolette
Fri Jun 17, 2022 8:35 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Remaining fuel at the R mark?
Replies: 1
Views: 2031
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Re: Remaining fuel at the R mark?

It seems to vary from truck to truck depending on the condition of the sender, gauge and wiring. When all is working well it is supposed to be about 5 gallons.
by pcolette
Wed Jun 08, 2022 1:58 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: FAT FAB Eastern/Mid West, Spring service tour 2022
Replies: 5
Views: 2947
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Re: FAT FAB Eastern/Mid West, Spring service tour 2022

We bid farewell to Andre and Chris yesterday afternoon after a very educational, successful and enjoyable service stop of his Eastern tour at our farm in Wisconsin. I watched Andre work his magic skills on another owners' Pinzgauer, doing both servicing and fabricating. Great fun! And my 710M has ne...
by pcolette
Sat Apr 23, 2022 5:06 am
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: Order of Brake Bleeds
Replies: 3
Views: 1454
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Re: Order of Brake Bleeds

I've always done R/R, L/R, R/F, L/F. Has worked for me but that doesn't mean I'm correct. :wink:
by pcolette
Sun Mar 20, 2022 10:50 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Fuel pump replacement.
Replies: 5
Views: 2581
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Re: Fuel pump replacement.

I've never tried the Carter pump but have used a few of the pumps from SAV and found them to be worth the expense. Possibly a good time to replace your fuel hoses too if you haven't already done so.
by pcolette
Fri Mar 11, 2022 10:29 am
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: 710m rear springs
Replies: 34
Views: 10232
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Re: 710m rear springs

rmel is correct about those bushings. I chose to press out the old bushings from the original shocks, gave them a good cleaning and then re-used them rather than use the thinner walled ones provided. That may not have been the correct path to take, but it did work for me. They are very good shocks i...
by pcolette
Fri Feb 25, 2022 7:56 am
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5347
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

The smaller Eaton (Surepower) units seem to be well made. I have them in both my 710M and 230GE. A bit pricey but very stable. Made in China though.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/114416713771?h ... Sw7OZfZWnH
by pcolette
Thu Feb 24, 2022 8:23 am
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5347
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

The smaller model you show looks like the one that Willie (SAV) is using for their 230GE Ignition Conversion kit.

https://swissarmyvehicles.com/puch-gwag ... swiss-army
by pcolette
Wed Feb 16, 2022 9:32 am
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Stainless exhaust fab
Replies: 7
Views: 2612
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Re: Stainless exhaust fab

Very professional looking fabrication!
by pcolette
Thu Dec 16, 2021 9:21 am
Forum: Body & Interior
Topic: Stiffer wiper springs?
Replies: 1
Views: 1886
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Re: Stiffer wiper springs?

A common problem for me too. I tried playing with the spring, also bought new arms. Neither really solved it. Finally just switched to cheaper, poorer quality blades with less pre-load. That works better but not the real solution we'd prefer.
by pcolette
Tue Dec 14, 2021 7:21 pm
Forum: Body & Interior
Topic: Bumper mount water ingress solution?
Replies: 3
Views: 1997
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Re: Bumper mount water ingress solution?

Yes, I saw that same fb post and that was the first I had heard of that problem. But, I'm always learning so it is a possibility worth exploring if attention to the bushings doesn't solve the problem.
by pcolette
Mon Dec 13, 2021 11:25 pm
Forum: Body & Interior
Topic: Bumper mount water ingress solution?
Replies: 3
Views: 1997
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Re: Bumper mount water ingress solution?

I've had 5 710M's and have never experienced this. I've removed bumpers on 4 of them and either replaced with custom or stock bumpers after painting, etc. Maybe I've just been lucky ? My first thought would be to tighten the bolt further to snug up the rubber bushing or replace if they are hard. I'd...
by pcolette
Sat Nov 13, 2021 4:03 pm
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: Hubsteps
Replies: 8
Views: 2455
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Re: Hubsteps

I have a set of Thilo's on my 710M from 10+ years ago and they have held up very well. The pictured ones are definitely identical to Thilo's that I have.
by pcolette
Sat Nov 13, 2021 3:59 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Puch LED headlights
Replies: 3
Views: 2518
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Re: Puch LED headlights

On my 230GE, I liked the beam pattern of the original reflectors so I just replaced the bulbs with LED bulbs. I think it was about $100 and I'm happy with the results.

On the 710M I replaced the entire headlight with Truck Lite units.