THE PORTAL HUB - Pinzgauers, Haflingers, Volvo 303s and more!

Okay so it's been quite a while since I've updated this thread, Since the last update I've Added structure to the interior of the hard top and insulated it. I have also completed the Roof Rack except for paint. Just the bare metal structure. https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-vbrSAUaU_fE/UP27AO3jb9I...

Don't see why this concept couldn't be adapted to a Pinz. This may have to be my next project in 5 years or so.

Miles

Getting back on subject of gas grades, does altitude affect the choice of gas grade for high altitude driving?

Miles

$3.50 from CA

http://www.wolfsburgwest.com/cart/Detai ... =211857545

Miles

To remove the panel twist the handle from the inside while pulling the panel from the inside, assuming the outside handle and knob are removed.

A spring may want to pop loose so beware and keep an eye open.

Miles

Looks like a Benmar Made for the US Military back in the 70's but there were other manufactures that made a similar unit.

Miles

This is the tool you want, the bottom tool in the picture. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-QD0TGWrtbEA/UJRyI_GW0DI/AAAAAAAAFPw/P-7vkgyC_84/s640/MilitaryTimingLead.jpg I bought one on ebay a while back but mine is white at the collar not black, looks like you could make one from an old military sp...

The top plug ( the one with the lift ring on the top surface) is actually an inspection hole.

Miles

When the neoprene strips get installed after final paint they will not rattle at all, a very snug fit.

If someone really wants the gas they can simply punch a hole in the can or cut the metal strap.

Thanks Scott, look forward to the info if you can locate it. I'll give google a work out and try to find them as well.

Miles

I like those latches where did you get them?

Miles

How I flushed out the pipes. Step 1. I picked up some 1/16 wire cable from a hardware store and attached a .22 cal brass bore brush to the end. I cut the bore brush down to about 1/2" long so it wouldn't bind up in tight turns in the pipes. Step 2. Feed the line thru the pipe and pull the bore ...

Yes I went through the same thing and that is what happens to brake fluide after sitting for a decade in a unused system. The entire piping system will have that solidified brake fluid in it, I flushed out my whole system, brake lines and hydraulic lines.

Miles

Ed, yes the lock works on the boxes, in fact thats what I use them for. Ordered some more from here: http://www.farmandfleet.com/catalog/find.aspx?t=Solid+Brass+Padlock+Shackle&submit.x=13&submit.y=11 Best price with low shipping. I have seen them sold keyed the same but I couldn't find them...

Thanks Ed, yes it should stay under 100 for the rest of the year, time to get some work done.

Miles