Hi Boys, found this old thread, I’m the proud owner of the 1644. Bought it in Feb 2019 when it was on consignment with “monster Jeff” from an owner in Colorado. Brought it home to Apex ski resort in Southern B.C. where I live year round. Started work in the late 70’s running groomers, and figured now for my mid life crisis I’d buy myself some orange fun.
It’s a solid machine, runs strong and performs very well in this steep terrain thanks to the long tracks.
Had to rebuild the transfer case, the idler gear bearings had collapsed, sounded like a air raid siren inside the cat....
Thanks to the forum, found calliper and pads from a 66 Tbird, to replace the seized original.
Peeled off the window tinting that monster Jeff had put installed. Windows work far better when you can see out...
Removed the cheese grater running boards, as after a good run there was a foot of snow holding the doors shut. Doors work far better when you can open them...
Did some sound insulation prior to redoing the carpet, can carry on a conversation and don’t have to wear ear protection!
1st question, I want to remove the box and crane mount on the back of the cat, that was modified by a utility company that owned the cat for most of it’s life, and return it to the stock box that was on a 1975 1644. Where could I go to find dimensions, pics etc of what a stock box for a crew cab? Once I do that it will be time for a proper paint job.
2nd question, track tension.... on steep desents, I get some track skipping. In my old days running thiokol’s, tracks should skip every once in a while, indicating proper tension. Any thoughts?
Thanks for any info or advice! So stoked to have a Tucker in my life!