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 Grease Points For Puma |
Simon27
 11th Mar 2014 2:34pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 17 · Views: 17092 · Subject: Grease Points For Puma |
| Definitely nothing on the slider part. The nipples all seem to be normal ones, although there is one I have to undo by 1/4 turn to get the the grease gun end onto it. |
| Grease Points For Puma |
Simon27
10th Mar 2014 2:42pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 17 · Views: 17092 · Subject: Grease Points For Puma |
Mine only has the nipples on the UJs and not the sliding part.
Would it ever be worthwhile unbolting one end and sliding the 2 bits apart and apply grease to the splines? |
| Do I need diff lock to jack a wheel? |
Simon27
8th Feb 2014 2:52pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 8 · Views: 5012 · Subject: Do I need diff lock to jack a wheel? |
That's great - thank you for clarifying!
I'll definitely try your tip for warming up the box. |
| Do I need diff lock to jack a wheel? |
Simon27
8th Feb 2014 1:52pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 8 · Views: 5012 · Subject: Do I need diff lock to jack a wheel? |
My diff lock often doesn't engage when the gearbox is cold, but completely fine when warmed up.
There's the warning label on the seatbox and in the manual that you should engage it before lifting, ... |
| They're going to make a "Landy"? |
Simon27
24th Jan 2014 12:03pm
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Forum: General & Technical (L663) · Replies: 8 · Views: 7427 · Subject: They're going to make a "Landy"? |
| With "Land Rover" being removed from the bonnets and replaced with "Defender" and "Discovery" etc, I was beginning to wonder if whatever they're planned for the Defender ... |
| Drop plate options |
Simon27
31st Dec 2013 11:55am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 7 · Views: 2974 · Subject: Drop plate options |
Thanks for the replies everyone. The old tow balls been marinating in WD40 overnight so I should be able to get it off today.
The backing plate sounds like a possible option, so I'll have a look fo ... |
| Drop plate options |
Simon27
30th Dec 2013 7:44pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 7 · Views: 2974 · Subject: Drop plate options |
Thanks, so I could in theory use the current plate that's there, but I just wonder how packing behind with washers helps when the holes are still larger?
It's really more of to use it as a strong r ... |
| Drop plate options |
Simon27
29th Dec 2013 9:45pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 7 · Views: 2974 · Subject: Drop plate options |
I've recently purchased a Dixon bate 5 tonne jaw and tow ball but it uses the 4 bolt fixing instead of 2, which I understand matches the size and spacing of a NATO hitch.
Are there any options besi ... |
| What did you get your Defender for Christmas? |
Simon27
21st Dec 2013 9:35pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 53 · Views: 29017 · Subject: What did you get your Defender for Christmas? |
| Combined tow ball and jaw (5 tonne version) |
| What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
Simon27
4th Nov 2013 9:45pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 20874 · Views: 8689133 · Subject: What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
| Oldcraighall, joining the city bypass to the A1 |
| What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
Simon27
4th Nov 2013 9:18pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 20874 · Views: 8689133 · Subject: What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
They were very apologetic and a bit embarrassed I think, but we both got away without a scratch.  |
| What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
Simon27
4th Nov 2013 8:29pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 20874 · Views: 8689133 · Subject: What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
| Got rear-ended at a roundabout. By the police! |
| Anyone in Aberfeldy? |
Simon27
4th Oct 2013 7:43pm
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Forum: Spotted · Replies: 1 · Views: 1182 · Subject: Anyone in Aberfeldy? |
| Just back from a week up there - lots of Defenders, both farmers and enthusiasts! |
| Puma OE Alloy wheel nut replacements |
Simon27
12th Sep 2013 1:57pm
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Forum: Wheels & Tyres · Replies: 25 · Views: 21508 · Subject: Puma OE Alloy wheel nut replacements |
| It was 27mm for the Boost alloys on my 2009 model. |
| 2 Icons of British Engineering(only 1 of which is Victorian) |
Simon27
6th Sep 2013 2:04pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 35 · Views: 19265 · Subject: 2 Icons of British Engineering(only 1 of which is Victorian) |
| I know what you mean, I only tend to wave if I'm sure I'll get a response. See you around! |
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