Rob Reznik Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Hi - I joined the forum a few weeks ago but have only now been able to find the time to post a few words of introduction. I own a few Russian vehicles from the smaller Uaz 469 and 452 to the bigger Zil 131, Zil 433180, Ural 375, Kraz 255b and the twin engine Zil 135. I live in Wolverhampton but the trucks are located a few miles away in South Staffs - anyone wishing to have a look at them is most welcome to pop in for a :coffee: and chat. I also run a website for the trucks at www.zil131.com . I've noticed a few members on here that I already know but anyone wishing to find out more about these vehicles please feel free to pm me. I am going to try and do a few more shows with them next year but the logistics sometimes prove difficult and the last journey I did in the big 135 returned 1.3 gallons per mile :shocked: Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Bl**dy hell !! you haven't put in planning permission for a gagrage extension have you? :shocked: Well we'll just have invade the neighbours for more car parking round the club house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Welcome to the forum... wow that's a bit of kit:shocked: anyone wishing to find out more about these vehicles please feel free to pm me Please don't keep to PM's but post on the forum so we can all share... Cheers Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Don't forget the Bunker Bash :whistle: http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/forumdisplay.php?f=47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 1.3 gallons per mile :shocked:Rob At last something that matches the fuel consumption of the boat. Well Done,Have fun on here.CW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Russian missile launchers at the Bunker Bash? Somewhat ironic! Mind you, it would be a crowd puller, East and West together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abn deuce Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Impressive ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snapper Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Welcome to the Friendly Forum. That is something else, Rob. Looking forward to seeing it some day. Have seen unladen version at Beltring before. Looking forward to hearing about the rest of your kit. When I restart research on HMVF's MV guide in the New Year I will have to speak with you! MB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiomike7 Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Rob, that is one great looking Zil, am I right in thinking it is the re-supply variant rather than a launcher? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienFTM Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 I have Frog tactical missiles screaming at me. Or a meringue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Hi again Rob, the Big Russian Truck gallery could do with some well informed owner content, we're impressed. Could you let us know the turning circle as the herbaceous borders round the clubhouse drive may need moving back a bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 wow welcome to the forum ...............:shocked: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 :-D Hi again Rob, the Big Russian Truck gallery could do with some well informed owner content, we're impressed. Could you let us know the turning circle as the herbaceous borders round the clubhouse drive may need moving back a bit! What turning circle? Don't you mean 'The Orbit'? :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abn deuce Posted December 4, 2008 Share Posted December 4, 2008 (edited) Would the turning diameter circle of the Zil Missile transporter be much different from something like the M26 Pacific? Edited December 4, 2008 by abn deuce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Reznik Posted December 5, 2008 Author Share Posted December 5, 2008 Thanks for the welcome - the missiles are copies of the frog 7 - not quite finished yet and need to paint them Matt!! - yes its the transporter as opposed to the launcher - I think this version looks better with the three missiles on but I would have been just as happy with a single on the launcher - turning circle - well my 'Haynes' manual mentions 12.5 meters :shocked: but it certainly feels more although it does steer on the front and rear axles. Has the normal Russian CTIS plus permanent difflock on all 8 wheels making it very difficult to get stuck :-D - much more comfortable to drive in than the 'smaller' Zil's and Urals due to the 'ballon' tyres although it only has suspension on the front and rear axles. Not sure what shows I will be doing next year but if anyone would like to make some sort of contribution towards transport costs I'll try my best to get it to a few events. rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted December 5, 2008 Share Posted December 5, 2008 Hi Rob, Glad you finally made it here - we need a bit more of the "other sides kit" in the PW section to keep the balance!! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted December 6, 2008 Share Posted December 6, 2008 Hi Rob, Certainly an impressive 'bit o kit', :-D..........Those russian trucks DO have that certain 'look', to them,........I think. Any chance of posting pic's of your other beauties......... All the best, Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Elsdon Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Clucking bell!, you have a few large trucks, i must admit having a soft spot for the Kraz 255b, they are a tough looking piece of kit, go on stick some more pictures on here!:-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Reznik Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 Would be easier to send you here http://www.zil131.com/gallery2/rob-rezniks-photos?page=1 where there are plenty of mine and other Russian trucks but here are a few Didnt expect this puddle to be so deep :shocked: - should have gone through it though if I would have spent 2 minutes preparing the Zil first! Unmolested Ural just returned home after collecting her in my Volvo from the German/Dutch border Kraz Cab off at start of restoration Rotten wooden frame from Kraz Cab Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Would be easier to send you here http://www.zil131.com/gallery2/rob-rezniks-photos?page=1 where there are plenty of mine and other Russian trucks but here are a few Didnt expect this puddle to be so deep :shocked: - should have gone through it though if I would have spent 2 minutes preparing the Zil first! Unmolested Ural just returned home after collecting her in my Volvo from the German/Dutch border Kraz Cab off at start of restoration Rotten wooden frame from Kraz Cab Rob :shocked: That 1st pic.............:sweat: how did you get it out,..........( I'm assuming by your caption you drowned out.) Great pic's, and when I get the chance I'll certainly stop by your site. Learn summat every day,..........didn't know cab frame on some russian trucks were wooden. Cheers for posting. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 :tup:: Great collection of pix Rob, big is best! No.85 is impressive. Where is the playground shown in the last few shots? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Reznik Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 :tup:: Great collection of pix Rob, big is best! No.85 is impressive. Where is the playground shown in the last few shots? Farley Quarry near Telford - I turned up on one of those 4X4 fun days :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Shame it's not closer, I'd like to turn up there too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chambers101 Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Good to see vehicles doing what they were built for. Thats an awesome beast.I remember the one that attended Beltring. In 2000 it rolled over on the off road course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Where did the fascination for Russian trucks come from Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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