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by ChickenPinz
Sat May 27, 2023 6:42 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Sticky high idle speed
Replies: 2
Views: 1456
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Sticky high idle speed

Coming down to idle slowly (as in normal driving), the idle settles at around 1080-1100. If I tap the accelerator pedal and let it snap back, it'll drop down to about 970-1000 which feels more correct. Pulling the linkage by hand near the carbs won't bring the idle down. I'm looking for ideas on whe...
by ChickenPinz
Thu May 11, 2023 5:00 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Pertronix
Replies: 8
Views: 2274
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Re: Pertronix

There are a lot of folks on this forum who have successfully converted to PinzSSI, fewer with Pertronix but they are out there. I posit that the number of people who *talk* about their ignition system isn't a reasonable indicator of how many *use* a particular system. I think Pertronix folks are la...
by ChickenPinz
Tue Apr 18, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Exhaust smoke, oil in one carburetor ?
Replies: 19
Views: 3318
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Re: Exhaust smoke, oil in one carburetor ?

I'd pull the spark plugs and inspect them. That'll tell you a lot.
When the plugs are out, seize that moment to take a look with your borescope. Don't have one? They're cheap these days.
Still nothing? Compression check.
by ChickenPinz
Tue Apr 04, 2023 1:54 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 40mm preheat duct hose available for sale
Replies: 6
Views: 2370
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Re: 40mm preheat duct hose available for sale

Down to 37-1/2 inches remaining.
by ChickenPinz
Tue Apr 04, 2023 11:10 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Pertronix
Replies: 8
Views: 2274
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Re: Pertronix

I believe the Pertronix is separate from the cap/plugs as I have Pertronix with original plugs+wires+cap.
by ChickenPinz
Mon Apr 03, 2023 10:36 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Fat Fabrications Western Service Tour 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 1968
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Re: Fat Fabrications Western Service Tour 2023

Would be great to meet up when you're in town, but the truck has been good lately so not needing service.
by ChickenPinz
Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:34 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 40mm preheat duct hose available for sale
Replies: 6
Views: 2370
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Re: 40mm preheat duct hose available for sale

PM sent!
by ChickenPinz
Sat Mar 04, 2023 7:27 pm
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Steering & Tires
Topic: Valve stem extension for spare?
Replies: 0
Views: 1559
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Valve stem extension for spare?

Has anyone determined a good valve stem extension to add to the spare tire so it's easy to check & fill it w/o removal? Lots of options out there, so before I engineer my own solution, I'd like know of others have a good pick of parts that have worked well. Some possible options below: 616XkXML9...
by ChickenPinz
Wed Jan 18, 2023 8:39 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: New Optima lithium Orangetop coming
Replies: 4
Views: 1183
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Re: New Optima lithium Orangetop coming

1C discharge voltage vs. temperature is interesting, but only relevant if the engine starting current is comparable to the 1C discharge rate in the graph. I've not measured a Pinz starter in cold conditions to know what current is representative. CCA is what we need to know. Another issues is chargi...
by ChickenPinz
Sun Dec 04, 2022 11:34 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: What do you think of this 710M ?
Replies: 3
Views: 1643
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Re: What do you think of this 710M ?

$24.9k USD seems a bit high for an M, but I don't know your local market. Underside looks pretty clean. It's probably been repainted at some point. Engine sounded normal. Take it for a drive at highway speed and check for driveline vibration, especially a low-frequency (less than 1Hz) vibration that...
by ChickenPinz
Mon Oct 31, 2022 4:33 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 710K failed emissions
Replies: 31
Views: 6941
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Re: 710K failed emissions

Have you done a compression check?
by ChickenPinz
Thu Oct 13, 2022 12:00 am
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: 4wd engagement
Replies: 5
Views: 2154
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Re: 4wd engagement

I try to make it a part of every drive to engage all three locks to keep things free and tested.
by ChickenPinz
Mon Oct 03, 2022 10:53 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 710 Cylinder fin rust
Replies: 3
Views: 1576
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Re: 710 Cylinder fin rust

This one?
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by ChickenPinz
Fri Sep 23, 2022 1:37 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Heater ground connection
Replies: 4
Views: 1666
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Re: Heater ground connection

Thanks, David. Sad that it introduces a parasitic load on the battery, meaning when the main disconnect is turned off that the battery isn't truly (completely) disconnected.

And yes, the heater is off.

@John, this is the standard gasoline-powered heater that's just behind the left side front seat.
by ChickenPinz
Sun Sep 04, 2022 2:10 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Noise reduction with intercom
Replies: 3
Views: 1693
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Re: Noise reduction with intercom

Can you comment more about which model Rugged Radio product you're using and the icom connection? I'm also looking for a good solution on this, and would want to interface with a Yaesu radio to allow both intercom and HAM comms. Our team generally moves as a pack, and comms are primarily over 2m rad...