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A big thank you to everyone who provided suggestions. I'm currently in the market to purchase a 710 or 712. Hearing your thoughts/ ideas are extremely helpful in deciding which set up is best for me.

Rather than tampering with the gears, would anyone recommend increasing overall horsepower as an ...

Has anyone successfully installed an overdrive or taller 4th gear in 710/712? I am not looking to go faster....just gain the ability to cruise on the open highway at lower RPM's. Any recommendations would greatly be appreciated.

Quinn

I am in the market for a clean 712 (will consider 710's as well). Please let me know if anyone has one for sale. Many thanks!

Thanks for providing additional context Morris! It's reassuring to hear that others successfully drive on the freeway at speeds between 50-55 MPH.

Thanks again to everyone who offered their personal insight. It might take me a while but as soon as I pick up my Pinz, I'll post a few pictures.

Quinn

Thanks for providing your input Stuart! This is exactly the feedback I was hoping to receive. I previously owned a 1947 Jeep Willy....sounds like the Pinz's performance is better across the board.

On a side note, I found a 710 for $12.5K near my house. Hopefully, it's in good shape.

Quinn

I am interested in purchasing a Pinzgauer as a weekend recreational toy (mostly driving around the beach cities with occasional off roading). However, due to my lack of technical expertise, I was hoping someone would be able to answer a few questions for me.

1) Are the 710/712 models safe to drive ...