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He is not cheap by any means. but I think/hope the primary problems have been sorted and we have actually squared up financially for repairs up to this point.

Small update. The heffalump is still in Canada with Hans as he is sorting it out. He found the rear breaks needed to be adjusted but there is also an undiagnosed problem with the air system feeding the rear axel. This could be contributing to the problem with my parking brake valve and dragging...

Very good thoughts. But I ended up taking the heffalump back to BC and left it with Hans. I've actually wanted to have a MB truck expert go over it since I bought it. But has no luck with any of the US places. I live in, travel, and depend on the heffalump not just for housing. But to be able to...

I could use some guidance here. I want to get the truck up to Canada to be worked on. But that is proving to be difficult when I am limited to 70 kmh and the right rear brake is still heating up. An OEM wedge actuator was replaced last year after the last one failed. A new brake canister was...

Since the turbo wouldn't be delivered until I was in Guatemala, other projects were tackled. The old propane system was removed and the wiring under the truck was cleaned up. This was very satisfying. Previously PVC tubing was used for conduit. This was replaced with wire loom and a LOT of...

Updates. There was some delay in getting the new turbo from Europe. In that time, a call was received for urgent medical support at the Line Fire in San Bernardino County in California. Call recieved as at 18:00 PM and it was asked if I could fly out ASAP and be there that night. That wasn't...

Good looking rig. <3 I do spend time out out in your region every so often. Though I hope to never need your services I'll keep you in resources!

I was really having a lot of fun in BC in the Squamish area. The mountain bike scene has really blown up since I was last there. The trail conditions and weather were perfect. We met a lot to really cool travelers from Europe, USA, and a few locals and shared some trailhead drinks...

Speaking of "enclosed garages", regardless of what goes in them, I'm a big fan of them. Not sure what your hobbies/plans are. But I've seen a few rigs go with enclosed structures for Moto bikes, ski gear, etc... It makes a world of difference when living or doing extended trips. Not only is a...

So I've been picking my very small mechanical brain. When trying to track down the loss of speed, I was continuously feeling all my drums as had known brake problems. Both rear dreams would feel slightly warm to touch after highway drives. But nothing hot or remotely uncomfortable. Yesterday...

I'll try to get under the truck while it's aired up this week and see if I can find spot to check pressures. I'm assuming most leaks could also be found with a spray bottle and by sound as well. The rear brakes/drums were replaced as they wear was very uneven and the drums showed evidence of...

I am assuming you are are taking about the brake canisters? That's a good idea. I've go through some quick pressure checks once it's aired up, but if it's leaking back there, that won't show up on the gauges and allow the wedge pistons to be pushed out a bit. But if it's happening to both sides...

Thanks for that man. I do think my background, how I grew up, my work life, and experiences give me some perspectives on life. I can honestly say I feel very fortunate to have experienced what I have. My worse case scenarios are still better than what many face in the world. I got the brake...

I did, thank you! I even found a vendor that sells them in Europe for under 20 Euros. But I'm looking for closer options right now. I've emailed some mog vendors to see if anyone has these within the USA. I'm currently in Bellingham, WA. My goal is to cross into Canada tomorrow. It's possible...

This is very helpful. Thanks for that link!

Thanks mogs-dogs. It's 1993 917 AF with a turbo 0m366, no intercooler. I can private message you the VIN if that helps.I have been on the internet for HOURS trying to find a diagram or pic of that cover. It looks like it's sealed with an o-ring? I'm guessing 438 is a ring/gasket and 429 is a...

Joe, the prior owner was very kind and stocked me with spare filters. This was helpful in tracking down new ones using the part numbers. The exception has been the air filters. I've literally ordered several sets but haven't received any. Recently ordered some via eBay.uk, shipping info shows...

There is an OEM oil filter on the passenger side that hangs under the engine next to the oil pan. It's possible that could house a filter. But I really don't know, I've never taken that of or even tried to loosen it. I did but a wrench on it and it seems tight.

Currently in the PNW of the USA and have been getting back to mountain biking. I've really been out of shape and biking helps. The past weeks have been filled with exploring new to me bike trails, meeting fellow travelers, and visiting a few old friends. I am also VERY thankful for diplostat for...

Thanks to Diplostrat, I was able to secure multiple parts through a vendor including much needed new, OEM headlight buckets. The ones I had had failed housing and I had to use a ghetto version of tensioned wire to aim the beams in the right direction. I installed them yesterday and replicated...