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My 710M has a broken over travel strap on the right front wheel. I have no idea what happened, but it appears to be bent and unravelling right in the middle. The other ones look okay. I spent hours last night going through SAV and CWR's parts listings on the web...nada. Does anyone know where I can get a replacement and have some idea about how much they cost? Thanks

Andy
Comstock, TX

Andy
They are limiting straps and they are available at all the dealers. Below are the part numbers from the SAV site. These straps will fail from time to time depending on driving conditions. Alternatives are being looked into but nothing better has been found yet (that I am aware of).

7101542602/
7101542602R

Thanks much. I try to baby the Pinz as much as possible, but I do end up going over some pretty rough stuff when I'm feeding. Thanks again.

Andy

It's amazing how fast you can find something once you get a clue, thanks again. I found them. AF

Andy
One of your best friends would be the manuals for these trucks. There are three available with the parts manual being the best for looking up parts and their names. The others help with the maintenance required and schedule. I follow the schedules very close and believe this is why my trucks have little trail failure. My use of the trucks is well documented and some might consider it a little rough (no comments from the peanut gallery on this). Of course the other great resource are the boards and Pinz clubs and those contribute to them.

I was able to get an operators manuel when I got the trailer from SAV in Feb. What you are saying is right and I can see the need for the parts manuel also. I am a firm bliever in the preventive maintenance routine and will change oil and air filters regligiously, even before they are due if it looks like I will go over significantly on the mileage. My problem is/will be nothing in my backgorund qualifies me to do some of the other things I read about here and over at Yahoo. Example, the boots, working on the differentials etc. Honestly, sometimes I read these posts and it may as well be Russian or Chinese for all it means to me. Anyway, thanks again.

Andy

Hi Andy,

What Mike said about the manuals is right on. I just got my Pinz back in November and ordered the manual set immediately. Best investment I've ever made for the Pinz (other than new tires). Between the manuals, the forums and just lying down under the Pinz and looking it over you'll eventually feel comfortable with many of the maintainance items, upgrades, etc. The boots are a good example. My front ones were torn and ragged so I knew from reading previous posts that they needed replacing but I had no idea what was involved. Turns out after reading the forums, asking a few questions and reading the istructions that came with the split boots from SAV, the project was really pretty easy.

This forum is an excellent resource. Don't be afraid to ask as everyone is really friendly and were all new to the Pinz at some point.

Paul

I didn't think I would use or need the parts manual. Ended up getting one eventually. VERY USEFUL. Between the sometimes weird translations, and just different names for parts (European vs. US), it could be a real pain trying to tell someone what part you really need.

With the parts manual you can just look up the group and find the part name and number.

Gents
Remember these trucks were formulated to be maintained by squaddies in the field. The maxim at the time was to be able to operate the vehicle with noticeable defects and escape when under attack. In those days the perceived enemy of course were the Soviets.

With a few experiences under your belt and a manual you should be able to experience some satisfactory DIY repairs/maintenance.

By the way do you blokes know that in the 1980's the then Federal Rep of Germany had light tank/scout car made entirely of Audi/Volks parts. The idea was you could find parts anywhere when under attack. Not quite the formidable Tiger Panzer of WW2 fame but innovative nonetheless.
By the way You Tube has a nice 5 part History Channel showing of that particular Panzer "bete noir" monster and its successor the King Tiger.
Dennis
PS My late Dad (ex 6th Airborne) said the only way to knock out a Tiger was to hide near a spot where its underbelly became visible and hit it with an PG or rocket/carpet bomb it with aircraft.

Yep, there are some really great people here. Dennis has helped me outside the forum. The knowledge here is mind boggling. Very impressive and the openness is refreshing. Imagine, people actually sharing instead of hoarding. Todd, hope you get on your feet again soon. Having had more than my share of experineces in trying to handcuff people who don't want to be handcuffed I have a real good idea of what you went through. I'll be scrounging pennies to get the other two manuals, if for no other reason than to be able to ask a semi-intelligent question. Thanks.

Andy

Andy,
You might not want to drive your Pinz untill the repair is made to the limit strap. If it were to over extend it would cost a small fortune to repair due to the way it was designed. I bought a spare to have with me in case of a failure in the field. I noticed that no one warned you during this post and would hate for you to find out the hard way.

Wayne