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Unimog build threads / Re: The Landmog project: Worlds slowest!
« on: February 12, 2018, 08:01:10 am »
I'm pretty sure it was sold too. They've had some pretty major changes in vehicles over the last couple of years I think....
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General Banter! / Re: Whats the furthest you've driven your MOG in the UK?
« on: July 29, 2017, 09:31:08 pm »
Longest trip I've taken on in mine was about 50 miles. Just forget rushing and get there in your own time. These machines are designed to run all day without issue.
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Mog Spotting / Re: Not fit for purpose ?
« on: July 29, 2017, 07:52:39 am »
Spot on. Enough power in a small (ish) package.
I suppose all the technology needed to do some jobs does take up space, but you'd think there would be somewhere in the market for a small machine. Even the U20 was pretty massive. The last real light machine I think was the U90 - something I've looked at and considered.
If my 406 had just a bit more power it would be much more user friendly. I don't mind the noise or the cramped cab. What does bother me is not being able to do more than about 30mph up a hill even when empty! Driving your 1450 was an eye opener. That's an incredible machine and one that I will always hope to own one day.
I suppose all the technology needed to do some jobs does take up space, but you'd think there would be somewhere in the market for a small machine. Even the U20 was pretty massive. The last real light machine I think was the U90 - something I've looked at and considered.
If my 406 had just a bit more power it would be much more user friendly. I don't mind the noise or the cramped cab. What does bother me is not being able to do more than about 30mph up a hill even when empty! Driving your 1450 was an eye opener. That's an incredible machine and one that I will always hope to own one day.
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Mog Spotting / Re: Not fit for purpose ?
« on: July 28, 2017, 10:10:45 pm »
I got miffed as soon as they decided to make an implement carrier and what is essentially a posh off road lorry. The one that can do proper work is less able off road then the lorry, which just doesn't make sense in my mind. Hey ho, I don't suppose there will be many modern ones pulling timber out of forests in years to come. They'll figure it out eventually and hopefully will undo their silly changes!
Edit... I believe the closest thing we have to the Reform is an Aebi in this country.
Edit... I believe the closest thing we have to the Reform is an Aebi in this country.
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Introduce Yourself / Re: I want a Mog.
« on: July 28, 2017, 10:04:10 pm »
404 seems to be the more reasonably priced way to get into mog ownership. I wanted mine for work, running a chipper and log splitter etc so bought a 406. That's what I'd tend to view as a proper Unimog, as in universal. But for off roading a 404 takes some stopping! It'll put a 101 to shame of that I'm certain!
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General Banter! / Re: Weather
« on: April 26, 2017, 04:44:01 pm »
No harm in giving it a go as long as you've got the means to get it out. In his defence, he did say "we'll probably get stuck but lets give it a go". It's all good fun!
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Pulling together / Re: Mog to the rescue
« on: April 24, 2017, 09:00:13 am »
Brian's going to love that picture! 
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Mog Spotting / Re: Mog Hybrid in Norway
« on: April 13, 2017, 07:38:56 am »
That's smart. Would look a bit funny with a linkage on the front though! 
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General Banter! / Re: Help needed
« on: April 11, 2017, 07:23:21 am »
That's fantastic news Phill! You had me worried for a moment. I don't suppose those parts would have been cheap?!
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General Banter! / Re: Help needed
« on: April 09, 2017, 09:18:04 pm »
Sad times! Hope it's nothing serious
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General Banter! / Re: Weather
« on: April 08, 2017, 07:56:53 am »
It was a fantastic weekend that. A bit breezy but tolerable, and we did get to cook outside a bit.
I don't think I need to point out the best bit but I will anyway. Driving the 1450 was an experience I'll never forget. I need one! Oh and Moose getting stuck was funny too....
I don't think I need to point out the best bit but I will anyway. Driving the 1450 was an experience I'll never forget. I need one! Oh and Moose getting stuck was funny too....
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Introduce Yourself / Re: 411 in Norway
« on: April 08, 2017, 07:38:30 am »
That pretty much sums it up. Apparently there was very little damage, he was ok and they carried on, so all was well. The only issue he had, and the reason for a lot of mucking about when it went over, is that the engine wouldn't turn off. Apparently he had to select a high gear and stall it?
Back on the original topic, I look forward to seeing your progress with your new 411. I really like the older Unimogs. That's where my interest lies and seeing them working is just fantastic. I must say though, driving Moose's 1450 brought a whole new experience of comfort and power compared to my 406!
Back on the original topic, I look forward to seeing your progress with your new 411. I really like the older Unimogs. That's where my interest lies and seeing them working is just fantastic. I must say though, driving Moose's 1450 brought a whole new experience of comfort and power compared to my 406!
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Introduce Yourself / Re: 411 in Norway
« on: April 06, 2017, 08:41:32 am »
I know the old owner of that U1000 in the video. He was the first person ever to take me around an off road site in a Unimog - that Unimog! Tom was his name, a chap with lots of interest in everything unusual. I think he sold the Unimog and bought an old American Chevy pickup when he got bored of off roading.
It's a shame he tied it to that tree. I'm pretty sure it would have made it down there fine without the hindrance of that winch line pulling him over.
It's a shame he tied it to that tree. I'm pretty sure it would have made it down there fine without the hindrance of that winch line pulling him over.
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Unimog build threads / Re: Cabin interior
« on: April 06, 2017, 07:54:50 am »
That's a really smart job. It must have taken quite a lot of time to do to that standard? I'd imagine it will reduce cab noise by quite a lot, so a job well worth doing.
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Genuine Mercedes Unimog Parts / Re: U900 406 workshop manuals and Service book
« on: December 03, 2016, 07:37:19 am »
Oh go on then, as you asked! Drop me a message to let me know how you'd like to be paid.