Thread: puma ??

I've driven a mil spec hummer and having the motor under your left elbow on one side and your feet pointed towards 2 o'clock on the right side was enough for me,not to mention they would be out excelerated by a 2H 60 series. Pat

Originally Posted by PAT303

I've driven a mil spec hummer and having the motor under your left elbow on one side and your feet pointed towards 2 o'clock on the right side was enough for me,not to mention they would be out excelerated by a 2H 60 series. Pat

Pat I'd hate to disagree with you but I own one. The seating position is no more uncomforable than the defenders position that we all defend here on this site. (Infact mine is nicer as I have Stratos seats in him)
And as for acceleration. It has a 6.2L V8 coupled with a VERY low ratio gear box and transfer case therefore huge torque and quite decent acceleration. Up to about 60kph after that yes a a small fluffy dog can run faster. I know for a fact that I can't leave my Puma in a great cloud of desiel smoke from a standing start.

They are an awesome vehicle and have earnt an unfare reputation because of so many idiots in bling civilian vehicles trying to look too cool for school.

Cheers,

Originally Posted by JohnR

Pat I'd hate to disagree with you but I own one. The seating position is no more uncomforable than the defenders position that we all defend here on this site. (Infact mine is nicer as I have Stratos seats in him)
And as for acceleration. It has a 6.2L V8 coupled with a VERY low ratio gear box and transfer case therefore huge torque and quite decent acceleration. Up to about 60kph after that yes a a small fluffy dog can run faster. I know for a fact that I can't leave my Puma in a great cloud of desiel smoke from a standing start.

They are an awesome vehicle and have earnt an unfare reputation because of so many idiots in bling civilian vehicles trying to look too cool for school.

Cheers,

a fair comment

BTW - My Puma, has today, **** it's steering box - leaking hydraulic fluid. So, back to Austral Tuesday for a replacement. Never a dull moment The list so far....

LHS Headlight replaced
CD/Radio replaced
LHS mirror replaced
Brake Vacuum pump replaced (late 2009 model)
Numerous paint issues
Brake reservoir worn through
Intercooler hose worn through
Front ABS sensors (X2) replaced
Starter motor replaced (2010 version)
Ignition replaced (2010 version)
Clutch replaced (2010 model)
Transfer Box replaced (2010 model)
Gearbox replaced (2010 model)
Rear axle replaced (2010 version)
Rear Prop shaft replaced (2009 version)
Swivel seals replaced (2009 version)
Front Uni joint replaced (2009 version)


& now - Steering box.

You'd really have to think - this truck is crap. Christ, I really look after it - sure, I use it, but still. Do I love this truck? Yep. Am I sick? Most likely.

And before some smart arse tells me so - yes, I virtually own a hybrid 2009/2010 model.

What I like about my Defy is it makes my Series 1 look good! And this is how my other Landy is going....



You don't have to be a sicko to own 2 Land Rovers - but it helps.

Originally Posted by Scallops

BTW - My Puma, has today, **** it's steering box - leaking hydraulic fluid. So, back to Austral Tuesday for a replacement. Never a dull moment The list so far....

LHS Headlight replaced
CD/Radio replaced
LHS mirror replaced
Brake Vacuum pump replaced (late 2009 model)
Numerous paint issues
Brake reservoir worn through
Intercooler hose worn through
Front ABS sensors (X2) replaced
Starter motor replaced (2010 version)
Ignition replaced (2010 version)
Clutch replaced (2010 model)
Transfer Box replaced (2010 model)
Gearbox replaced (2010 model)
Rear axle replaced (2010 version)
Rear Prop shaft replaced (2009 version)
Swivel seals replaced (2009 version)
Front Uni joint replaced (2009 version)


& now - Steering box.

You'd really have to think - this truck is crap. Christ, I really look after it - sure, I use it, but still. Do I love this truck? Yep. Am I sick? Most likely.

And before some smart arse tells me so - yes, I virtually own a hybrid 2009/2010 model.

What I like about my Defy is it makes my Series 1 look good! And this is how my other Landy is going....



You don't have to be a sicko to own 2 Land Rovers - but it helps.

how many and what type of klms?

strewth Dan, what a list,lets hope this is the last problem

Originally Posted by Scallops

BTW - My Puma, has today, **** it's steering box - leaking hydraulic fluid. So, back to Austral Tuesday for a replacement. Never a dull moment The list so far....

LHS Headlight replaced
CD/Radio replaced
LHS mirror replaced
Brake Vacuum pump replaced (late 2009 model)
Numerous paint issues
Brake reservoir worn through
Intercooler hose worn through
Front ABS sensors (X2) replaced
Starter motor replaced (2010 version)
Ignition replaced (2010 version)
Clutch replaced (2010 model)
Transfer Box replaced (2010 model)
Gearbox replaced (2010 model)
Rear axle replaced (2010 version)
Rear Prop shaft replaced (2009 version)
Swivel seals replaced (2009 version)
Front Uni joint replaced (2009 version)


& now - Steering box.

You'd really have to think - this truck is crap. Christ, I really look after it - sure, I use it, but still. Do I love this truck? Yep. Am I sick? Most likely.

And before some smart arse tells me so - yes, I virtually own a hybrid 2009/2010 model.

What I like about my Defy is it makes my Series 1 look good! And this is how my other Landy is going....



You don't have to be a sicko to own 2 Land Rovers - but it helps.

Whilst I like the Puma and would probably have one if I ever replace the Td5, mine (2006, last of the Td5's) at least, has had very few problems associated with it's 117,000 k's. It has done some very hard trips too and towed heavy trailers over many k's as well. (loaded with other Land Rovers usually)

Originally Posted by clean32

how many and what type of klms?

52,000km - Off road (full on) 10%, Off road (touring - 50%) Road touring (30%), Commuting (10%).

And I always drive with care - Zen even, changing gears etc.

I'm a Land Rover guy - but because I'm surrounded by LR people and see many different examples,
I must say, being truthful, that I do understand why they have their reputation. They are quirky
- if not simply unreliable, compared to jap vehicles.