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by McCall Pinz
Thu Jan 14, 2021 2:11 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Whoa is me, truck running poor!
Replies: 19
Views: 7957
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Re: Whoa is me, truck running poor!

FWIW, I'm having my heads re-done at the moment with a reputable aircooled VW shop in Idaho. I'd rather not post their info before I know for sure that they've done a great job on mine. They're excited to work on Pinzgauers and are going to use my heads to setup jigs. PM me if you want the info. By ...
by McCall Pinz
Fri Dec 11, 2020 5:27 pm
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: Looking for stock steel wheels
Replies: 10
Views: 7978
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Re: Looking for stock steel wheels

I picked up two original rims from Dennis at Linden Engineering in Golden a few years ago and it looked like he had more.
by McCall Pinz
Tue Nov 12, 2019 12:28 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: New Headlights and Turn Signals
Replies: 8
Views: 7618
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Re: New Headlights and Turn Signals

I like the original look too, but think this was tastefully done. Nice.
by McCall Pinz
Sun Jun 16, 2019 4:56 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Idle Problem
Replies: 5
Views: 4929
Switzerland

Re: Idle Problem

Did it come on quickly or slowly over time? If it occurred slowly over time and Starter/Choke helps, then I would think of starting with the carbs. edit- I almost forgot my favorite instant tune-up- clean the spark plugs, re-gap them, re-install, and see if that fixes it. My #3 plug fouls pretty qui...
by McCall Pinz
Mon May 27, 2019 3:31 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Catch can
Replies: 9
Views: 6188
Switzerland

Re: Catch can

I found this one on ebay with a search for 'square oil catch can' or breather box. There are hundreds of variations. The quality is OK. I had to do a little touch up with a file at the fittings and buy better hoses. I decided to mount this one low, but you might want to look at installing an Empi VW...
by McCall Pinz
Mon May 27, 2019 10:08 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Catch can
Replies: 9
Views: 6188
Switzerland

Re: Catch can

Here's the catch can I installed in the line between oil filler and air intake hood. There hasn't been much accumulation in it until I checked it yesterday and it was 2/3 full of a fuel/water/sludge mixture. I'm pretty sure this is the same sludge that occurs by condensation within the crankcase. Si...
by McCall Pinz
Tue May 21, 2019 4:37 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Catch can
Replies: 9
Views: 6188
Switzerland

Re: Catch can

I've installed one, but haven't driven it enough to really notice any difference or have to empty accumulation from the can yet. I was hoping it would reduce the oil in the intake manifold. I need to do some work on the Pinz this weekend and will let you know what I find and take some photos.
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by McCall Pinz
Sat Dec 15, 2018 12:36 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Winter is coming
Replies: 5
Views: 4591
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Re: Winter is coming

FWIW- A friend had Mattracks on his Pinz here and we messed around with them a few years ago. The turning radius is REALLY big with them and we got stuck more than a few times on trails we'd driven a few months earlier. Power steering would have helped. Also, watch the cross slopes. Going straight u...
by McCall Pinz
Mon Dec 10, 2018 10:00 pm
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: Are Maxxis MT-762 Bighorns GTG?
Replies: 9
Views: 6055
Switzerland

Re: Are Maxxis MT-762 Bighorns GTG?

I've had my Maxxis Bighorns for quite a few years now and I've liked them. Plenty of traction when new, but are definitely worn now. The price is usually good on them.
by McCall Pinz
Fri Dec 07, 2018 11:33 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Portable light
Replies: 22
Views: 13387
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Re: Portable light

I finally took a few pictures of the ones I have...
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by McCall Pinz
Sat Dec 01, 2018 8:13 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Portable light
Replies: 22
Views: 13387
Switzerland

Re: Portable light

Hmmm, that's a new lamp to me. I have two different, original Swiss lamps. One is small with an integrated clamp and the other is larger shaped like a slightly smaller headlight bulb. I'll get pics tomorrow.
by McCall Pinz
Thu Jun 21, 2018 2:53 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: spark plugs and gremlins
Replies: 6
Views: 5060
Switzerland

Re: spark plugs and gremlins

Yes, that's ultimately how to confirm it.
by McCall Pinz
Thu Jun 21, 2018 1:17 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: spark plugs and gremlins
Replies: 6
Views: 5060
Switzerland

Re: spark plugs and gremlins

I used that same method. The hardest part is that SSI doesn't have a rotor per se and lining up a precise 180 degree timing mark is tricky. I had to eyeball across the case seam.
by McCall Pinz
Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:23 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: spark plugs and gremlins
Replies: 6
Views: 5060
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spark plugs and gremlins

I thought I'd post a quick note about the most frustrating, but also the easiest Pinzgauer repair yet. My Pinz has been running poorly again since coming out of hibernation. I chased gremlins last year too. Last spring it was running on 3 cylinders for a few weeks and then magically fixed itself mid...