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jst



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as far as the disc brake goes - superb bit of kit, i have them fitted to both my off roaders. they always work after been dragged through the muck regularly without having to clean them out - unlike my exp with a std drum on when used in the same situations.

i can't see why the centre silencer has to be removed though - unless caliper mounting fouls it, i am sure Si could advise. Cheers

James
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ZeDefender



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jst wrote:
as far as the disc brake goes - superb bit of kit, i have them fitted to both my off roaders. they always work after been dragged through the muck regularly without having to clean them out - unlike my exp with a std drum on when used in the same situations.

i can't see why the centre silencer has to be removed though - unless caliper mounting fouls it, i am sure Si could advise.


@jst - did you silicone the pad into the caliper (as optional per instructions) or just fit it straight out of the box?

My X-Brake kit just arrived - looks the business. Centre silencer will be unaffected Thumbs Up
Now I have to find out how it could affect the warranty. In any event I will fit it as soon as possible as my handbrake is still a piece of rattling junk Evil or Very Mad
Simon at X-Eng was brilliant - we had a long conversation and I learned about loads of Defender stuff.
He seems very knowledgeable - can really recommend his company (assuming all goes to plan).
Matt Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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nikojo



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Do you need a new cable and cable tube???

My cable does not have an "eye" at the brake end, just a swagged end.
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ZeDefender



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nikojo wrote:
Do you need a new cable and cable tube???

My cable does not have an "eye" at the brake end, just a swagged end.

Anything TD5 onwards needs a new (or rather the older-type) cable to fit the caliper connector. I bought one with the kit. The Puma's cable disappears inside the brake and is no good. It's rather cool actually because all the adjustment on the old cable is at the brake end (no more fiddling behind the seat box Smile
You can download the instructions on the X-eng website.
Matt Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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johnnyboy



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Have Just ordered a X Eng handbrake to fit to my 110XS Puma. Will let you know when it arrives tomorrow as I will fit immediately and problems or issues. Hopefully will get rid of the awful noice when coming to a stop.


John
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ZeDefender



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I have just contacted Land Rover Deutschland to find out how badly it will hurt my warranty... Shocked
The noise is becoming torture Sad Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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amondeggs



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The only issue with these is due to the fact it is after all a transmission brake and you always get a small roll back or forward on steep hills. Other than that escellent Thumbs Up
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johnnyboy



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Well X Eng handbrake arrived at 2.30 Fitted by 6.00. First impression excellent quality well designed and seems to work in a static situation. Cannot road test at the moment as the vehicle is on axle stands waiting for Dinitrol tomorrow. Will update you went I am able to Road Test.
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ZeDefender



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johnnyboy wrote:
Well X Eng handbrake arrived at 2.30 Fitted by 6.00. First impression excellent quality well designed and seems to work in a static situation. Cannot road test at the moment as the vehicle is on axle stands waiting for Dinitrol tomorrow. Will update you went I am able to Road Test.

Arggghh - want to fit mine!!!
Still no reply from LR Sad Sad Sad
Tell me if you need to silicon the pad in Wink Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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johnnyboy



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Will report when I drive it see if there is any noise.
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johnnyboy



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Have finally completed and tested the Handbrake, works great. Had a problem of my own making and Simon from X-Eng sorted immediately. That's service. Mr. Green
Would have no hesitation recommending or using his company in the future.

John Mr. Green
Post #95103 19th Oct 2011 8:36pm
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