Recent content by spinifex

Probably got plenty left in my shins from my mineral exploration days in the sandy desert north WA. Used to get so many spines snapped off in my shins I got thick callouses on the outside which stopped any more spines getting in. Sort of like growing some gators.

Australia/ACT. I've heard the springs help with the throttle touchiness but haven't looked into that option too closely yet, probably should since it appears it at least takes the edge off the jerky problem. The two problems combined will definately be a problem for my missus, I can handle...

I've been driving various small truck diesels for the past 25 years, I'm also licensed to drive articulated prime movers. Never had the issue with small car/truck diesels e.g. many nissan patrols, isuzu etc. This occurs changing gears in either direction. The irony here is if I drove it like...

Have you tried the Online Manuals sticky thread under Diesel Tech and 24 volt systems? regards.

When changing gears on my 61 series the motor revs drop too quickly making shifting a bit clumsy. This should be fixed easily with a dashpot on the throttle to keep the revs up when changing. Problem is I don't know where the thing is on the 12ht or if one exists. Can anyone assist with its...