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Hi, because I am mainly active here and some may be interested: Here is the story (so far) about rebuilding a "G":

Hi, currently I am rebuilding a 1980 built G (460). Instead of the 240d engine a 300d is being installed from this blue one, only the two rear fenders had bigger problems and were exchanged and that’s it more or less. The chassis is completely stripped rust-stop paint and than...

Hi, poooh, is was a lot of work to compile and finish the big Iceland-trip with a total length of 8 weeks. But now I finally managed to finish and upload it! Because of the volume I have split it up in 8 parts, the link guides to the first week, the start of the tour, with not that many pics...

Hi, I have checked with the guy and he does not mind to circle the information around. The ships belong to "Great White Fleet", a doughter company of Chiquita - a fruit cmpany, shipping bananas to Europe (http://www.greatwhitefleet.com ). So normally the ships are empty on their way back to...

Hi, Lassie aka Jürgen has a MOG, his specs from the Geman quote are: Rear & front axle ~ 3 tons (metric) each Tires MPT Conti 81 He had used here in Iceland (and there is really a lot of washboard!!) 2 bar (29 psi). Hope that information helps.

Hi, had a contact in Venezuela / Costa Rica. The guy is German origin and living there, importing 1017 and Unimog from Germany. He told me something of USD 1.000 from Germany to Venezuela. I didn't had a look yet on Google Earth but is 3.300 USD the distance worth? In case you are REALLY...

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Hi there, do you have in the "new world" Steyr trucks? It is a more modern style truck as the 1017A or 1217A (as I have it). Benefits of the 12M80 compared to the Mercedes: - standard 240 HP (instead of 169 HP standard - increase possible, 200 HP no prob) - 8 gears (instead of the aweful 5...

Hi, the idea behind is to have a simple and cheap solution for a room to work, keep the tools, spares etc. etc.. The complete trailer and container so far cost so far ~3.300 EUR, incl. paint, shelves, ... . Try to built something in a conventional way - no chance. Plus IF I have to work or...

Hi, finally I get to the end . . . - OK, OK, let’s wait and see! :coffee: :) This is the update-link. And as usual some photos attached, here the BDF-Container (European special [??] outside dimension) from outside, And from inside: The new fridge: and the solar installation:

Hi Tim, in case you are referring to me: Sorry, I don't have any further details then specified here. Hope that helps! Re. valve lifter clearances: He set them a little bit "closer" but for warranty issues I don't want to publish them and recommend to set to the technical specs from Mercedes Benz!

Hi, although it is not a really satisfying answer: How do you want to protect the release screw under the tank (if you have one)? Or how do you want to prevent that someone who really wants to get the fuel uses a carpentars hammer (you know those ones with a really sharp end) and "opens" your...

Hi Lee, thx for your interesting documentation, I would be interested as well in more details. As well your information about getting a 90 days permit is very welcome. I saw your pics and from my POV a front drive axle does not really make sense for your truck. - As it is at the moment you...

Hi, have written down the progress of the last 2 months. To give you a short impression two out of several pics, here one of the two new storage boxes: plus from the awning: Who wants to see or read more please hit here. Enjoy it!

Hi, the biggest problem is the effect of the heat which bends the material similar to steel where the welding heat may bend the metal. Because you cannot give it the required shape by a hammer e.g. you either have to have a lot of experience (which I don't have yet!), or to add struts to keep...

Hi, the story goes on, batteries and electricity, trailer with BDFContainer storge boxe(s) made out of PE plus more for those who are interested here.

Hi gents, sorry, don't think that the prices are attractive except - you fancy right side steering (as far as I know that' Japanese standard) - you own a shipping company - otherwise you have to add the transport costs - you know a way to bypass the import taxes. Futhermore & without having...

Hi Brian, you are absolutely correct, it costs a lot of space to have the Suzi in the garage. BUT: I don't know if you ever have read about people traveling in Africa, Marocco especially. It seems to be in some areas a "game" of young guys to enter trucks, RV's etc. from the "rich" countries...

Hi Roger, Mike / Freeclimber, member of the forum above and with two posts to that issue just gave me a call: An adapter from Metric to Imperial seems to be not available. He has a friend who has his own company and can build something for you in a professional way. BUT this adapter can /...

Hi Roger, sorry, I am not too familiar with fittings and therefore have posted your request here. Hope there will be someone who can help you.