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Finally got a Syncro.

Posted: 04 Jul 2006, 20:14
by sonic23
Just picked it up today..
Conked out after 4 miles.....scratched my head for a good hour whilst waiting for the AA, then noticed the extra switch on the dash....Aha, so you've got a toggle switch to control LPG.......PRIZE MUPPET!!!!!

Luckily the AA hadn't got there.....

Anyway it's a 86 RHD 2.1 twin diff lock GL Caravelle with LPG. Fairly straight though the seams need a little work. Had a recon gearbox and front diff in 2001. Engine a bit rough - but did 60 miles today in the heat with no problems. LPG tanks need removed - and a new one put inside as they seriously compromise offroad potential.

Needless to say I was smiling all the way home.

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Posted: 04 Jul 2006, 20:32
by jen
Looks an excellent choice for carrying passengers at Syncro meets..... :lol:

Nice one....... :D

Posted: 04 Jul 2006, 20:51
by Diamond Hell
kewl bus - when does the camper conversion start?

:lol:

Posted: 04 Jul 2006, 21:53
by HarryMann
Well done Richard, together with Bob and Sam's (veeery interesting) efforts in Wales I can see some competition for the most novel syncro camera mount coming up... :idea:

Hope it proves to be a good'un... good idea to get a tank fitted safely inside as a starter.

Posted: 04 Jul 2006, 22:22
by Mudlark
Welcome to a long and winding road of mostly love and affection :wink:

Posted: 05 Jul 2006, 09:31
by amulet
Good on ya Rich. Gonna have to roll up those sleeves and get your hands dirty by the looks of things.

Nice project - look forward to helping spec it out!

Andrew

Posted: 10 Jul 2006, 18:04
by syncron ice
Welcome.

I cant wait to have that smile too.

Tony