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Thanks for this post! This way makes a lot of sense.

I would love to hear more about that custom tool. I am replacing my straps while dealing with some hand/medical issues and they have been kicking my tail. Thanks, Joe

Thank you gentlemen! This is very helpful and I will get after it in the next day or two I’ll let you know how things go. – Buzz

Getting ready to do a full tune-up and was wondering how you guys find TDC after you have the SSI installed. I always used the distributor head before I added the SSI. Can I use the LED light on the module? Suggestions appreciated. - Buzz

Thanks Albert! Good suggestions.

I had a similar problem recently. I did both the Master and the slave. It was the Master that really needed it. When I got inside, it looked it may have been the original parts from 1974!

I agree with the other posts here. I would like to see some pictures of the engine as well. From here I would check the operation of the starter - some can fail to mesh every few attempts. Then I would check shifting/ clutch operation and braking. Lastly, I would check operation of the lockers and o...

Hey,
I just moved to St. Louis from Florida! I bought my Pinz with me.

I would add that bad shocks can lead to unexpected issues depending on your year of production. I had the early production shock bolt and retention strap set up with a bolt on each side to hold the shock and strap independently. Long story short you can break those bolts and be faced with a long and...

Thanks Paul.

For some time, I have had a problem with the left front turn signal not operating when all others were fine. The bulb has been tested. No power at the socket. I also replaced the Swiss turn signal switch with an Austrian one and then the signal began working. Happy Days! Now, I've noticed its out ag...

Gentlemen, it looks like the crown gear in my diff is not working. Am I correct that the SAV speedo will work with out it? Thanks!

FWIW, I bought the leather from Tandy and made it up with a hole punch and pop rivets. Both sides. Same for the tabs around the top of my 710M. A fun easy project.

I would be interested. For me, the drums are the weakest part of the original design.

It looks like there are at least two other cars in the water beside it!