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Quick update. Travel restrictions have been lifted, and we've been traveling far to go camping again. The top speed issue persists. Perhaps 120 kph on a slight downhill, otherwise 110 kph. After trying the easy stuff, took it to a diesel mechanic, figuring he'd tell me I need rebuilt injectors and a diesel pump. He assures me it is just a valve adjustment, so that is scheduled (not something I want to invest in learning how to do right now, or buy a bunch of shims to support).
Of greater significance, he noticed a radiator leak, which must have developed on our long drive back into town last weekend. It's good that he spotted it. I ordered a new OEM radiator and a few other while I'm in there pieces and will attempt that job myself.
Finally, the second battery tray has been resecured, and both batteries (re)wired with a new fuse panel and circuits to feed the CB, front outlets, and eventually lights, as well as a second fuse panel in the back for more lights and the fridge. The CB worked great out to 15 km with the new bumper-mounted antenna.
Here's sunrise over Castle Rock from Chambers Pillar.
Of greater significance, he noticed a radiator leak, which must have developed on our long drive back into town last weekend. It's good that he spotted it. I ordered a new OEM radiator and a few other while I'm in there pieces and will attempt that job myself.
Finally, the second battery tray has been resecured, and both batteries (re)wired with a new fuse panel and circuits to feed the CB, front outlets, and eventually lights, as well as a second fuse panel in the back for more lights and the fridge. The CB worked great out to 15 km with the new bumper-mounted antenna.
Here's sunrise over Castle Rock from Chambers Pillar.