New members, introduce yourself here

[LarryW]

It has the5/8 chain

Ok it has the t-20 transmission then.

[PlumCrazy]

Hello, guys! I am new around here. My neighbor, Ed, encouraged me to sign up instead of lurking in the shadows. Ed, I don't know what your name is here.

My name is Jim, and I live on the shores of sunny Lake Huron, up at the tip of Michigan's Thumb. I have a standard Argo Vanguard. It is a hoot. My five kids and four exes are all gone, and my dog and I enjoy the solitude here. In my day job, I teach.

I am currently investigating tracks for my Argo. Any advise/warnings are welcome.

Thanks, Mike, for hosting this forum.

Hey Jim, did you pick up the tracks yet?
Let me know and I'll stop by.
later...ed

[streif]

Hello everybody. I go by Streif ( sounds like streef long e ) I am concerned about the future of our country and would like a vehicle that will go anywhere, I would like to purchase a 6x6 or a 8x8 with tracks. be able to seat at least 3 if not 4. L will be keeping my eyes out.

[kenord]

Hi everyone,
I live in the northwest just below Mt Rainier ,I am a retired welder/fabricator, also do some machine work, I have been into sand rails for a long time , but getting to be too much hassle and too expensive.
I want to try something different, and closer to do.
I haven't seen any 6x6 or 8x8s around here. doesn't mean there aren't any though.
I just bought a Argo 6x6, its a basket case and really rough shape , but hopefully I can get it going, with no doubt a lot of questions on this forum.
one question right off the bat, where can I find the serial # I found a transmission # it is 8690
cant find any other # or letters anywhere . Ill get some pics soon.
you have a great informative site here,
Have a great day
Rich

[Mike]

Hi Streif, welcome to the forum. For comfortable seating of 3 or more people I would recommend going with an 8x8. That will also give you some room for gear/supplies to carry with you.

Rich, welcome to the website. Good luck with your restoration. I don't know much about older Argos but I do remember seeing a few threads on where to find the serial number. Try searching the site and the thread should pop up. For some reason I'm thinking the serial number was on or behind the firewall.

[cmjp]

Need help !!

Hello to everyone. I need some advice from the experts, my company has been awarded a contract to service remote oilfield sites in Northern British Columbia this winter. There are no roads and we can expect 2-3 feet of snow, we need to keep 2 men and our gear (lap top and other sensitive electronics) warm and dry. We think an Argo Avenger with heater, soft top and tracks would be the ticket, but we have only ever rented an Argo a few times for muskeg work and our winter experience is zero. If any one has any thoughts or suggestions it would be greatly appreciated.

[kghills]

I would think the Argo or Mudd-Ox set up with tracks would be the choices for what you are describing. Both machines are very capable. The oil companies are the biggest customers for the Mudd-Ox right now.

Keith.

[LarryW]

Hello to everyone. I need some advice from the experts, my company has been awarded a contract to service remote oilfield sites in Northern British Columbia this winter. There are no roads and we can expect 2-3 feet of snow, we need to keep 2 men and our gear (lap top and other sensitive electronics) warm and dry. We think an Argo Avenger with heater, soft top and tracks would be the ticket, but we have only ever rented an Argo a few times for muskeg work and our winter experience is zero. If any one has any thoughts or suggestions it would be greatly appreciated.

Hello cmjp,
Welcome to the site. I would also check out a Mudd ox. They use them in the oil fields in Alaska.

[crosswalker]

Hello everybody.well i recently traded for a camel 6x6 with a rockwell jlov295 engine that is all apart.it came with a vtwin briggs 16hp with a 1"shaft. where the original motor is 1 3/16.....ive read on here where people have swapped engines just looking for some guidance from someone who has been down this road.thanks and God bless

[Mike]

Hi crosswalker, welcome to the site. Congratulations on picking up the Camel Centipede. That is one of the more rare 6x6s. I really like their body design. For your motor swap you will need different clutches (CVTs) to make the motor work. Search the transmission forum and you should find most of the information you're looking for. If you need help, start a new thread and someone should be able to help you.

[LarryW]

Hello Crosswalker!
Welcome to the 6x6world.com!
Congrats on the camel purchase. You have a very unique machine! I hope its not cut up or painted. If you get a second please post some pictures.

[chenajim]

KID LTV

I'll keep this short to see if I make it on the board this time, hope to talk to folks of similar interests who own or have info on the KID 8x8, I have a 1970 model

[Mike]

Hi chenajim, welcome to the forum. There are a handful of KID 8x8 owners here on 6x6 World so they should be able to help you with any issues that arise.

[340]

Hello, my name is Brian. I've had my max 2 for a couple yrs now and it's the best toy i've ever had! i'm mounting a snowplow on it now but can't seem to find any good pics of how to mount it. i'm making my own bracket's but do i mount them to the bearing bracket's ? look's like it will hit the tub before the bolts are tight.do i need spacers? thank's for the help and an awesome site!

[thebuggyman1]

Hi Brian, welcome to the site. Yes the plow mount brackets bolt to your front axle bearing mounting bolts. On my old Avenger the plates were approx 3/8" plate and put the pivot bolt in front of the tub. [IMG][/IMG]

Mount the plates outside of your outer axle bearing or you will lose your water tight seal....if you have the bearing cages, mount them on the inboard side of the cage.
Good Luck.