Thread: 130 as a Tourer

We don't have a puma, but our slide on camper is for sale to suit a 130 Td5. Same footprint. But A moderator has deleted the thread If you want info please PM us.

Mrs hh

Originally Posted by mike_beecham

Hi All
I am looking to get back into a 130 Defender. We run a slide on camper. Tour the Outback. High Country etc. Presently driving a GU Patrol (Coil Cab).

I am only considering the Puma models - but my question is 2.4 or 2.2?

How are the 2.4s holding up to higher kays? they much of a muchness.

I am aware of some inherent issues with the PUMA.

All advice greatly appreciated. Thanks,
Michael

Still have a 2010 2.4 LRSV, nothing wrong so far.

Hello Mike, my 2008 2.4 130 ticked over 220,000km last week. The transfer case is currently leaking from the intermediate shaft O-rings and is coming out today for repair, will be getting a full overhaul whilst it is out. This will be by far the biggest repair on the 130 thus far. Had the same issue on my old Rangie years ago- same transfer case so not surprising.
It has been a very reliable vehicle and has done many outback and high-country trips as well as my daily 130km commute. I'm not sure what the issues are that you allude to? We've been very happy with this one.

Hi All
Thanks for replies so far. I have heard of some issues with gearboxes and transfer cases in the 2.4. I am aware there were a few Wnrty things that needed to be done (small items from memory??)

I guess l am just chasing some info on how people are finding the PUMA model as far as reliability goes now that there are some with a few kms on them.

l am presently driving a GU Patrol (single cab) but we need a dual cab. So its either a 79 Cruiser or a Defender.

Both have their pros and cons - like anything.

Thanks.

Tojo 79 dual cabs are ugly, grab a low km Defender 130 while you can!

I have a 130 2.4 with a Trayon slide on camper and have done some pretty extreme 4WDing. Check out the trip report from our last trip cross country across the Simpson

2014 Edjits Simpson Desert Centreing Tour

Had no problems with the PUMA. I have done some suspension modifications to make it ride better and would be happy to share any info I can on my unit if you likE.

Couple of pics

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G'day Mike I've got a 62km. 2.4 that am mostly happy with. I have done the intermediate shaft job & fitted grease nips so it can now be greased every service. it's REAL tidy but am thinking of off loading it, bit big for the lady of the house. PM me if you want more info. Ian

I have a 2008 2.4 puma imported into NZ from the UK with almost 100,000K's or 62,000 miles. Apart from general wear and tear I've not had any issues with her and she's my daily commute of 120Km and i love it.......