The truck has so much potential. I know it's in the best hands. You deserve it. On your African tour plan, you are most welcomed, especially in Kenya. Best of luck buddy.
I own an Iveco army truck, and it is underpowered for highway driving compared to a domestic truck. It's abable to pull 98 kph, which is all you need to get to Alaska. The tires are not rated for higher speeds anyway.
I bought a 67 404 radio truck. I always wanted one, but was disappointed with the top speed. Unfortunately i realized parts were expensive and rare as well as the fact that the transmission is its weak link with brass bushing instead of roller bearings ect. I restored it and sold it for a huge profit rather than hang on to it and something fail.
@ 16:40: Your "moaning" about the position of the engine is cute... imagine... I have burn scars on my right leg from years of driving a MAN F7-F8, just from the gear lever that protrudes from the engine tunnel... because some stupid engineer thought the gear stick should be mounted near the turbo. the first thing to fly out of the truck is the insulation, during a repair by a workshop because it is in the way, and the "RED-GLOWING" heat from the turbo goes straight into the small, harmless gear lever... LOL!!! ;)
@axelk4921 A true fellow enthusiast! I think I am going to fabricate some more permanent solution to really block off the engine from the cab rather than the flimsy crooked panels from the factory. Of course, we have a long way to go before we get to that. I'm glad to hear that other people will suffer with engineering flaws and discomfort in order to have an interesting 4x4. I salute you sir 🫡
