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by rmel
Tue Mar 17, 2026 9:00 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Pinz registration -- which states are IN and which are OUT?
Replies: 15
Views: 4580
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Re: Pinz registration -- which states are IN and which are OUT?

On the dmv.ca.gov WEB site; 1975 or older is exempt.

Even with this ruling it all depends upon the DMV you go to.
I have a 710K 71 and 712 73. The 712 was never registered
before me, it was a Vineyard Princess. I used a 3'rd party
registration services and that went through quickly and no
issues ...
by rmel
Sat Mar 14, 2026 4:41 pm
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: US Ford transit wheels fit the 712k!!!!!
Replies: 60
Views: 322466
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Re: US Ford transit wheels fit the 712k!!!!!

I am moving over to Transist wheels on my 710K. The current wheels are custom 8" re-hooped stock cores.
They are just too wide for the tire width I run.

For a Hub Step, I decide to give it a go and fab one. Not as pretty as the one posted earlier but it's good enough.
I followed the basic design ...
by rmel
Thu Mar 12, 2026 12:15 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: 24V tap from ignition switch?
Replies: 5
Views: 176
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Re: 24V tap from ignition switch?

The carb solenoids are 24V Switched. As a signal to control a relay
that should be fine, but avoid putting any significant load on that
circuit. It already has too many IMHO.

Next up is the Switched power to the Coil, but that goes through
the RPM limiter, which is not a good idea and it could be ...
by rmel
Sun Mar 08, 2026 10:31 am
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: The project 710K Begins.
Replies: 33
Views: 1185
United States of America

Re: The project 710K Begins.

Typically the front Master and Slave are the first to have engagement/release issues
as it is used the least. If your 4x4 is stuck engaged they probably all need rebuilding.

Disconnect the Hydraulic lines from the Banjo connection. Far easier to reconnect.
Use new crush washers. You should be able ...
by rmel
Thu Mar 05, 2026 9:22 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: How hot is too hot
Replies: 2
Views: 318
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Re: How hot is too hot

One issue you could experience is vapor lock.

For the most part, not while running but after you turn off your engine.
Then your intake pants could get heat-soak from the cylinders/heads
(very hot and not airflow). If the pants get hot enough it becomes very
hard to start the engine until they ...
by rmel
Mon Mar 02, 2026 3:49 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: The project 710K Begins.
Replies: 33
Views: 1185
United States of America

Re: The project 710K Begins.

There is very little difference between the color schematic and a K.

However, I do have a K schematic (Funkkommandowager) I can email you
if your interested.
by rmel
Sun Mar 01, 2026 4:52 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: looking for 24V power plugs.
Replies: 5
Views: 404
United States of America

Re: looking for 24V power plugs.

Ah!! These goodies are now under a new index on the WEB site "Direct Sales"

Thanks for pointing that out Paul.
by rmel
Sat Feb 28, 2026 5:37 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: looking for 24V power plugs.
Replies: 5
Views: 404
United States of America

Re: looking for 24V power plugs.

Hmmm, glad I bought s couple of spares a few years ago when they were available.

There may be close substitutes. Look on eBay, 20mm 2-pin Military connector.
They will all be twist lock. You'll need to replace the Females in the chassis mount.
by rmel
Mon Feb 23, 2026 3:35 pm
Forum: Body & Interior
Topic: 710K radio table support struts question.
Replies: 6
Views: 653
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Re: 710K radio table support struts question.

I've never had to remove the struts on my K Table so not absolutely sure.
But I would bet these are captive nuts given all the other body locations
that are. Rivnuts could be your best friend.
by rmel
Sat Feb 14, 2026 8:55 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: wiring short- horn, wipers....
Replies: 1
Views: 446
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Re: wiring short- horn, wipers....

Never liked the Carb Solenoids on that circuit.

Well, back to the horn thing. One common problem is the
potential for the Horn switch in the steering wheel to short
to the column. I had that problem a couple of times. I ended
up putting some shrink tubing on the center terminal.

There should be no ...
by rmel
Mon Jan 26, 2026 9:10 am
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: 1975 710 K for sale in las vegas
Replies: 13
Views: 7228
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Re: 1975 710 K for sale in las vegas

A compression test is pretty easy to do and will tell you if there's
an issue. I've had two cases of Exhaust value recession where
compression was zip on one cylinder.

The best test is a Leak down Test -- if you have a Air compressor.
This will isolate an issue between Intake, Exhaust, and Rings ...
by rmel
Sun Jan 25, 2026 9:10 am
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: 1975 710 K for sale in las vegas
Replies: 13
Views: 7228
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Re: 1975 710 K for sale in las vegas

Well IMHO that's a great price for this truck. And Jim L. serviced this one.

** If anyone out there is sitting on the fence jump on this **

BTW if you are experiencing some sudden backfiring (or post-ignition).
Check your timing, may have slipped. Possibly the Distributor clamp was
loose or the ...
by rmel
Sat Jan 17, 2026 8:35 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: What are they like
Replies: 2
Views: 1644
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Re: What are they like

I don't own one but would seriously consider a 2'nd gen Pinz if it could be titled in my local :((

I'd be less concerned about reliability and more concerned about parts availability and who's
going to service the rig for any major repairs such as drive line components. I believe both the ...
by rmel
Thu Jan 08, 2026 9:32 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: New host and new $$ problem. PLEASE READ EVERYONE
Replies: 16
Views: 10887
United States of America

Re: New host and new $$ problem. PLEASE READ EVERYONE

Ditto...$100 here as well.
I consider it my annual subscription 8)
by rmel
Thu Jan 01, 2026 11:24 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Turn Signal Trouble Shooting
Replies: 6
Views: 2731
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Re: Turn Signal Trouble Shooting

Didn't know I had a copy of the Austrian version schematic, attached. It's simple !

On the Swiss version the front and rear turn signals are separated and essentially a dual circuit
for front and rear and two blink sources from the hazard switch.

The Austrian is one circuit for left and one ...