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| x-isle Member Since: 26 May 2011 Location: Midlands Posts: 1327   
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For a normal service, you don't really need any special tools, however, a Fuel Primer Hand Pump is very useful if you are changing the fuel filter. It can be done without one, but if you do introduce air, then your stuck with an engine that won't start until it's primed.
The geniune part number is 310-110A, but I've got the Laser alternative - http://www.lasertools.co.uk/item.aspx?cat=1082&item=11375 For any other work outside servicing, you might want to invest in a Propshaft bolt removal tool if you ever change out your UJs or any other work that requires removing the propshafts - http://www.paddockspares.com/da1119-propsh...50gbp.html The only other tool I think I've bought so far that is specific to working on a Defender is the Steering Drop Arm Ball Joint Tool - http://www.paddockspares.com/ball-joint-fi...-tool.html Other than that, it's just a decent set of usual spanners, sockets etc..........and a big heavy hammer! Good idea to get a decent set of Axle Stands too. Then there is any diagnostic kit you may want. Nanocom, Lynx etc.... These can read/reset codes and also perform actuation tests and also ABS actuation for brake bleeding. There are probably loads of actual specific tools available that you either can get away without using, or you may never need to do the job that needs it. Some others may follow and comment on their experiences of tools you may need. Craig Rogers 2007 Puma 110 XS 2011 Evoque Coupe Dynamic Lux www.craigrogers.photography |
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27th Feb 2015 5:01pm |
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| Fabio Member Since: 05 Aug 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 589 
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Thank you Craig!!
Thanks for the links. I don't have any spanners... And i guess i also need a torque wrench?... I have never done anything to any car i've ever had... 
I've never even had a puncture... 
And I've been driving for more then 25 years. Fabio |
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27th Feb 2015 6:00pm |
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| x-isle Member Since: 26 May 2011 Location: Midlands Posts: 1327
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What most people do is get the essentials and then add to it when you need to. Appreciate you are not in the UK, but something similar to this would be a good investment to start with; Please note, this is an example and I don't really recommend this actual kit as the quality will not be great; http://www.clarketools.net/cht497-clarke-2...9857-p.asp Not sure if you can get access to Halfords in the UK, but their Socket sets are very good quality for the price and often are on special offer. I have put their tools through a lot of abuse over the years and they are still going strong. http://www.halfords.com/motoring/garage-eq...socketsets Also, as you say, a torque wrench is a must. Craig Rogers 2007 Puma 110 XS 2011 Evoque Coupe Dynamic Lux www.craigrogers.photography |
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27th Feb 2015 6:09pm |
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| Fabio Member Since: 05 Aug 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 589
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Thanks Craig
I am in the uk... I live in Somerset. Thanks for that but if i tell my wife that i am going to buy all those tools to service the defender she will kill me... 
She doesn't think i can service the defender... Been looking at the halfords kit and i think i am going to buy it. Fabio Last edited by Fabio on 27th Feb 2015 6:24pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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27th Feb 2015 6:15pm |
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| x-isle Member Since: 26 May 2011 Location: Midlands Posts: 1327
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Everyone has to start somewhere and the Defender is one of the best one's to start on. Loads of room to work and a lot of the mechanics are simple!
Halfords has to go on your shopping list then, those sets are a real good purchase. Most of the things in that set will be good enough to give the Landy a basic oil change service. Craig Rogers 2007 Puma 110 XS 2011 Evoque Coupe Dynamic Lux www.craigrogers.photography |
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27th Feb 2015 6:23pm |
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| Fabio Member Since: 05 Aug 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 589
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Yes you are right.
I have reserved the advanced one and i will pick it up tomorrow!! 
Thank you Fabio |
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27th Feb 2015 6:26pm |
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| Harry.O Member Since: 25 Jul 2014 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 706  
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An oil filter wrench and a grease gun would be desirable. You can bash a screwdriver through the filter and use that to spin it off but it's a messy way to do it.
A 52mm socket is handy if you plan on doing wheel bearings, the standard box spanner is useless. Other than that you should be dandy with the Halfords set, a jack, axle stands and a selection of hammers 
Harry |
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27th Feb 2015 6:46pm |
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| blackwolf Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: South West England Posts: 16879 
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Don't bash a screwdriver through a 2.4 Puma's oil filter, whatever you do! It's a plastic housing with a renewable element. It also has a 27mm hex moulded into it to allow it to be unscrewed, which happens to be the same size as the wheelnuts.
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27th Feb 2015 7:06pm |
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| Fabio Member Since: 05 Aug 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 589
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Thanks Harry.
I wasn't going to Blackwolf. But thank you for the warning! I don't need the oil wrench then? |
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27th Feb 2015 7:50pm |
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| x-isle Member Since: 26 May 2011 Location: Midlands Posts: 1327
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No, the Puma engine oil filter is really easy to get off and back on. Craig Rogers
2007 Puma 110 XS 2011 Evoque Coupe Dynamic Lux www.craigrogers.photography |
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27th Feb 2015 8:53pm |
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| Harry.O Member Since: 25 Jul 2014 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 706
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Ah sorry, i didn't know it was a Puma.
A worklight or headtorch is another useful addition to your toolbox. Harry |
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27th Feb 2015 9:25pm |
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| x-isle Member Since: 26 May 2011 Location: Midlands Posts: 1327
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A telescopic magnet!!!! For those times you drop a bolt inside the engine bay Craig Rogers
2007 Puma 110 XS 2011 Evoque Coupe Dynamic Lux www.craigrogers.photography |
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27th Feb 2015 9:27pm |
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| John P Member Since: 26 Dec 2013 Location: West Sussex Posts: 270 
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A borescope camera to find that bloody bolt/nut that dropped into the engine bay.........
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28th Feb 2015 8:50am |
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| Fabio Member Since: 05 Aug 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 589
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Well i have got the set of tools from halfords.
Now all i need is a torque wrench,the oils,filters and i am ready to go... Thank you for your help. Fabio |
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