pinzgauers, unimog....volvo c303/TGB?

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - pinzgauers, unimog....volvo c303/TGB?

Posted: 6/22/2010 6:52:26 PM EDT

So im thinking about starting up a seperate fund on my next deployment to buy a pinzgauer, a unimog, or a volvo C303....or comparable vehicle when I come home.

My goal at this time is a 710K radio truck with the hard top. Not really looking to keep it stock, I would like to add a stereo, power converter, maybe even A/C. I want one for a weekend mountain/beach/hill country roamer depending on where I end up getting stationed as my jeep is just too small for the family to come with me.

I have seen the volvo's and unimogs in similar configuration so I am trying to do some research to see what i should be leaning towards.
What does everyone have to say about these things, looking for input.

Posted: 6/22/2010 6:58:02 PM EDT

[#1]

I want a Unimog.

Posted: 6/22/2010 8:20:05 PM EDT

[#2]

I've played with this idea for over a decade. I just can't manage to stay in the US for more than a couple of years at a time.

I've always leaned towards a Uni for parts availability. And I'm also buying a diesel when I finally pull the trigger.

Posted: 6/22/2010 8:45:59 PM EDT

[#3]

No pics? How the hell can I know what you're talking about without doing a google? And I don't care enough to google.

Posted: 6/22/2010 8:59:25 PM EDT

[#4]

Something like this?

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:00:06 PM EDT

[#5]

Hell no. Get a Deuce man...

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:17:35 PM EDT

[#6]

I would do a Mog. I will be looking for a mid 80's 1200 next year for my own mystery machine.

Unimog

Pinzgaur

Volvo Laplander

Man

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:19:18 PM EDT

[#7]

Unimog seems to be the way to go for civilians. Better support, road speed, utility.

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:23:40 PM EDT

[#8]

Have you seen this?

MAN 8x8 missile tractor converted to a "motor home"

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:28:55 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:

So im thinking about starting up a seperate fund on my next deployment to buy a pinzgauer, a unimog, or a volvo C303....or comparable vehicle when I come home.

My goal at this time is a 710K radio truck with the hard top. Not really looking to keep it stock, I would like to add a stereo, power converter, maybe even A/C. I want one for a weekend mountain/beach/hill country roamer depending on where I end up getting stationed as my jeep is just too small for the family to come with me.

I have seen the volvo's and unimogs in similar configuration so I am trying to do some research to see what i should be leaning towards.
What does everyone have to say about these things, looking for input.

Saw a '69 Unimog Radio Truck on the local craigslist over the weekend.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1799162454.html

Wish I had the cash.

Posted: 6/22/2010 9:41:48 PM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
Have you seen this?
http://www.billcaid.com/2006/CalicoMogFest20061019/20061020/JPEG/XK9R5605.jpg
MAN 8x8 missile tractor converted to a "motor home"

Do want...... I will be in my bunk (now where did I put the lube and tissues)

Posted: 6/23/2010 3:46:27 AM EDT

[#11]

This is about what I was thinking of.

Posted: 6/23/2010 3:49:26 AM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:

This is about what I was thinking of.

http://www.pinzgauer.com/shfull.php?table=pics_vehicles&picid=2703

http://www.pinzgauer.com/shfull.php?table=pics_vehicles&picid=2721
http://www.c303.de/c303-img/mb-park.jpg

That is exactly what I want.

Soneone at work has one, very cool.

Posted: 6/23/2010 3:51:01 AM EDT

[#13]

You could always just buy the axles and put them under a truck...

Posted: 6/23/2010 4:33:45 AM EDT

[#14]

This is a local guy's beach fishing vehicle.

Posted: 6/23/2010 4:37:44 AM EDT

[#15]

Unimog by a mile!

Posted: 6/23/2010 4:40:47 AM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:
This is a local guy's beach fishing vehicle.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v361/Extorris/aUnimog.jpg

That's the same model (year, body style) a good friend of mine has, used the back half for tool and compressor storage, and the half closest to the cab as a "camper" for his camping/hunting trips. That Mog was a beast and it went anywhere my FJ40 and CJ7 could go, and beyond.

Posted: 6/23/2010 4:40:56 AM EDT

[#17]

What does it take to get one of those serviced in the US? What about parts?

Posted: 6/23/2010 4:42:58 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
What does it take to get one of those serviced in the US? What about parts?

Hah.

Most of those vehicles were built well before I was born. The parts aren't easy to get.

The axles are the best part... They are still the best portals on the market.

Posted: 6/23/2010 5:43:56 AM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:

Unimog by a mile!

unimogs are generally a lot more expensive, and they don't come stock in the configuration I want. I dont want something like a duece and a half.

Posted: 6/23/2010 5:47:03 AM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Unimog by a mile!

unimogs are generally a lot more expensive, and they don't come stock in the configuration I want. I dont want something like a duece and a half.

then buy a 2.5 ton!

As far as Unimogs price, the friend I referenced actually purchased his from the California Dept. of Forestry who had used it as a firefighting vehicle, and he got it pretty damn cheap, and parts weren't as hard to find as one might think, nor were they anymore expensive than "truck" parts.

Posted: 6/24/2010 8:06:52 PM EDT

[#21]

You might want to check out some of the Unimmogs and other vehicles here

Posted: 6/24/2010 8:42:40 PM EDT

[#22]

I had a 1974 710 Pinzy for about 8 years. That thing would go anywhere I pointed it. It is not cheap to get parts for and you need to make sure it has had all the axle/drive train upgrades before you get into one. I sold mine for what I paid for it and it is now somewhere near Buffalo Wyoming. My biggest complaint was the max speed flat out on a highway was about 55 mph. Put a hill in front of it and that drops down to about 45 mph max, foot to the floor. And since it has straight cut gears in the drive train and tranny, at top speed you need hearing protection from the noise. I even put sound deadener in mine but it was still very noisy. Remember that the Pinzguaer was designed to operate in the forests in Europe so it really is limited on US Highways, but in the off road arena, it shines. I know there are some diesels coming into the states but not sure how they are getting them past customs since they are not DOT/EPA legal. Most of the gas engined Pinzies are classified as "Novelty Vehicles" due primarily to their age.
Make sure you go through a reputable dealer. Swiss Army Vehicles would fit that bill. There are plenty if you do a search, and have someone who knows those vehicles look it over for you. Due to their age and storage conditions, many are real rust buckets. Good luck. In their design realm, they are a hoot to operate.

Posted: 6/24/2010 8:46:55 PM EDT

[#23]

They all look top heavy to me. But I suppose they're not rock crawlers as much as cargo haulers.

Posted: 6/24/2010 8:56:50 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:
They all look top heavy to me. But I suppose they're not rock crawlers as much as cargo haulers.

I seen Pinzies modified with a HonoDrive gear reduction system that turns them into supreme rock crawlers. Stock it has a dual range 5 speed tranny. If one is in low range and in first gear, you actually have to give it the gas to make it descend a 45 degree downgrade as the gearing is so low, it wants to practically stop the vehicle. One hardly ever has to use the brakes off road as the gearing is so efficient you can bring the rig to a complete stop just through the gearing. I used to just idle along some of the forest roads here in central Arizona while my Lab ran around in the forest getting her exercise. It was a fun rig.

You are right about the appearance of being top heavy, but I've had it leaned over pretty far and it stayed glued to the ground. I have seen many put on their sides however and had to be winched back up on all fours. One just has to know the angle limits which are clearly explained in the operators manual that comes with most Penzies.

Posted: 6/24/2010 9:08:45 PM EDT

[#25]

Unimog DoKa - doppel kabine (what we would call a crew cab).

Brian

Posted: 6/24/2010 9:20:08 PM EDT

[#26]

I would get a case unimog. Add what you was from there.

Posted: 6/24/2010 10:06:02 PM EDT

[#27]

I the the Piz... But, it's a tough call, the MOG is just bad ass looking.

Posted: 6/24/2010 10:23:57 PM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:
This is about what I was thinking of.

http://www.pinzgauer.com/shfull.php?table=pics_vehicles&picid=2703

http://www.pinzgauer.com/shfull.php?table=pics_vehicles&picid=2721

http://www.c303.de/c303-img/mb-park.jpg

I live 3 miles from those guys (SAV). I hate driving by it, my wallet starts leaping from my pants.

Posted: 6/24/2010 10:52:41 PM EDT

[#29]

Pinz, and if you're gonna be hauling family, look closer at the 712K 6x6 radio truck edit: or the ambulance, like this one that SAV is selling(Pinzgauers are actually on the small side).

I believe there are some out there that have had the Jetta/Audi TDI conversion done on them.

If I had the money and time...

Posted: 6/24/2010 11:01:52 PM EDT

[#30]

Quoted:
I want a Unimog.

This. A friend of mine has had two Radiobox Unis, and loved them. He bought them as toys, and when he got bored, sold them.

I'd love to get my hands on one, as a BOV, and also a serious off-road camper.

Full NATO camo job, and camo netting would be a bonus. (Friend had full netting set. Sweet.)

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