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Satellite phone details, secrets and rates

Satellite phone details, secrets and rates

Those who venture out on long distance overland journeys by car or truck in remote unpopulated areas often bring a satellite phone – just in case. It’s a good idea for various reasons, however once there is an emergency, a sat phone might not quite work as expected. An insight into less known details, secrets and rates for calling a satellite phone.


 

Mercedes Benz 230TE station wagon

Mercedes Benz 230TE station wagon

The Mercedes Benz station-wagon from the 70’s and 80’s was built to last a long time. Even in 2012 many are still on the road, some on a daily basis. Here’s an impression of a 1984 Mercedes Benz 230TE combi estate.

 

Diesel fuel additives

diesel fuel additives

Getting more mileage from automotive fuels has never been more in the spot light as it is now. Fuel prices are soaring and most likely continue the upward trend. Here’s a bit about a diesel fuel additives and backgrounds, claiming to improve fuel economy. It’s tested with the V6 diesel engine in our Mercedes Benz 1719A truck.

 

Diesel fuel prices around Europe

Diesel fuel prices around Europe

In 2012 diesel prices in Europe have soared to about € 1.50 per liter in Central Europe. For those with large overland trucks surrounding non-European countries are popular destinations – diesel fuel prices are considerably lower.


 

Toyota Corona old timer in Greece

Toyota Corona in Greece

Old timers cars are still a common sight in Greece. Here's a Toyota Corona from the 70's still used every day. Have a look.

 

 

Rent a car in Greece

Rent a car in Greece

An impression of renting a car in Greece in 2012 with a comparison of similar rentals in Portugal. Also a bit about driving on Greek roads.



 

Location

Volos SIXT rental station 39° 22' 17.3352" N, 22° 54' 47.988" E

Ball joint separator tool for dust cover replacement

Ball joint seperator tool for truck steering rod

Dust covers on truck and car steering ball joints wear over time and require replacement to pass yearly MOT / TuV / APK / ITV technical inspection. It’s a simple procedure given the conical rod of the steering ball joint comes loose. It can be a desperate fight without the right tools, have a look.

 

Oldtimer trucks in Greece

Oldtimer trucks in Greece

Classic Mercedes Benz trucks are still quite common in Greece. Once a year oldtimer Mercedes trucks are brought back to life during harvest season. Some has seen quite a bit of action, have a look.

 

Location

Mercedes Benz L3500 4WD in Mendenitsa - Greece 38° 45' 0.846" N, 22° 37' 10.1892" E
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