What did you do to your Puma today? [Archive] - Page 3

Baytown

23rd January 2017, 05:00 PM

As mentioned a few pages ago, here are the great quality APT protection that I've fitted.
The fuel cooler guard is beautifully made, both are actually.
Support Australian.
Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_4486.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_4486.jpg.html)
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_4488.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_4488.jpg.html)

cuppabillytea

23rd January 2017, 07:28 PM

Good choice of tyres too, IMHO of course.

Chops

23rd January 2017, 08:17 PM

Park brake not working ?? :angel:

dazzler

23rd January 2017, 08:23 PM

Hi Ken,

What is the vertical piece next to the cooler? on the cross member. I am back from my trip

Many Thanks,
pd

Toxic_Avenger

23rd January 2017, 08:39 PM

This:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=109194&d=1463211665

Is part of this:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=109187&d=1463211233

Secondary fuel filter kit from diesel care
Skookum as frig.

BigBlueOne

23rd January 2017, 09:29 PM

Made my last finance payment :D:D:D

YOLO110

24th January 2017, 10:09 AM

You do realise the rev hang between gear shifts is 2 fold..
Stop driveline shunt and keep turbo spooled..

Killing it makes the vehicle worse to drive...

You need to adapt. Shifting correctly doesn't cause any driving problems.

Hi Tombie!

I have to disagree mate! My MY 2016 Heritage 90 in the UK had an ECU (the subject of quite a few emails to JLR!!), that had removed the 'rev hang' totally. It made the drive SO much nicer in every way!

I get on fine with my Defender, despite the rev hang. I have 'adapted' as you say, get no drive-line shunt at all. However, having seen various JLR salesmen demonstrate the vehicle, I can say that rev hang will not avoid the shunt if you happen to be a 'ham fisted' driver!!...

As for keeping the turbo spooled up, I doubt that the very small above idle level of induction would be sufficient to keep a turbo spooled up... and the Puma has such a small diameter turbo unit anyway that is heavily biased toward low RPM with consequent minimal 'lag'.

The Defender is the ONLY vehicle that I have ever driven, turbo's included, that has this rev hang 'feature'...

It's all good mate... I would personally however just like it gone! :D

PAT303

24th January 2017, 12:18 PM

You do realise the rev hang between gear shifts is 2 fold..
Stop driveline shunt and keep turbo spooled..

Killing it makes the vehicle worse to drive...

You need to adapt. Shifting correctly doesn't cause any driving problems.

This seams to be a reoccurring theme,owners complain about the different systems on their Land Rovers instead of learning how to use them. Pat

dazzler

24th January 2017, 09:36 PM

Thanks Mitch!

Mod recommended in your opinion?

Many Thanks,
pd

Toxic_Avenger

25th January 2017, 06:21 AM

Thanks Mitch!

Mod recommended in your opinion?

Many Thanks,
pd

For the secondary diesel filter... being completely honest...
It was about $450 clams, it adds extra weight to the vehicle, it doesn't add (or subtract) any performance, it's an extra manintenance item, and I can't spot any 'benefit' other than its good looks out of the box- which are now muddy after a few bush trips.

While I can't find any real reason for anyone to shell out to buy one 'right now', if you were to ask me the same question if/when I get a tankful of dodgy fuel out west, I'd probably give you a completely different answer. If I were to make it completely idiot proof, I'd look at installing a water in fuel warning light on the dash somewhere. There are aftermarket parts that can do this, and I think some of the disco models had it too.

A secondary fuel filter is a 'just in case' mod.
There might be some benefits from additional filtering that lead to less pump wear or injector issues... but realistically, it's just an extra layer of defence against something that I hope to never encounter. If you are one of those blokes who expect a tangible return from your modifications, than this might not be for you. Hence why all the marketing for these things are doom and gloom 'your next tank of fuel could KILL your engine' :p

cuppabillytea

25th January 2017, 09:32 AM

Dodgy Fuel.
That is the question, and how badly it can ruin your day.
I was towing a barge full of Bilge water from USS Kitty Hawk into Port Kembla a few years ago. We had just been given permission to enter, about two Miles off, when one of the engines (GM 671s)stopped. The other soon began to run like a hairy goat. We headed out to Sea to put as much distance as possible between us and the hard pointy stuff that is contemptuous of Vessels and went to the Engine Room.
The Boss, in his wisdom, had fitted Filters such as Mitch has depicted, although they were ahead of the Primary or original Filters. We were immediately able to see the problem, empty and clean the Bowls and change the primary filters. Day saved.
The problem was Bacteria in the fuel which had formed a sludge that had settled in the bottom of the Bunkers and then churned up by the motion of the 2-3 meter Seas.. It had come to us via a 20 Ton load which we had put in our Fuel Barge, and subsequently Fuelled other Tugs Crain Barged and so on.
We called the Boss as soon as we were under way again and all those Vessels and Assets had their tanks drained and cleaned before any more dire situations could occur. The cost was enormous but it could have been a lot lot worse.
That event was rare, but the Fuel was purchased directly from a Major Oil Company which by the way bore the cost. The point is you just never know. That Filter is $500 odds worth of peace of mind.

PAT303

25th January 2017, 12:42 PM

I've never had water in my fuel or contaminated fuel ever,personally I think it's an excuse from dealers/repairers to fob the cost of repairs to insurance. Pat

Baytown

25th January 2017, 08:03 PM

G'day fellas.
As above, today I fitted the new Puma Provent 200 kit from Azguard Engineering.
The bracket is great, and apart from one section of hose missing, fitting was a doddle.
Photos below.
Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_2756.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_2756.jpg.html)
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_2761.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_2761.jpg.html)
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D90 orkney

25th January 2017, 08:16 PM

Got Redarc dual battery voltage gauge installed today. Looks amazing but let's off a series of beeps every time I start the 90. Anyone have one and know how to get rid of it? Nothing in the manual
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/01/281.jpg

Tombie

25th January 2017, 08:30 PM

Can't be turned off to my knowledge. It's a test sequence and the initial energising of the Alternator.

D90 orkney

25th January 2017, 08:54 PM

Can't be turned off to my knowledge. It's a test sequence and the initial energising of the Alternator.

yeah didnt think so. quite annoying as one of the things i love is the beep free interior i had. oh well.

DiscoMick

25th January 2017, 08:58 PM

This seams to be a reoccurring theme,owners complain about the different systems on their Land Rovers instead of learning how to use them. Pat
Clutch should be up before pressing the Go pedal.

roverrescue

25th January 2017, 09:35 PM

dazzler

25th January 2017, 09:45 PM

PAT303

26th January 2017, 12:58 AM

Pat for all your years bush I'm amazed
Must've because out desert country no bugs grow
Freaking tropics bugs you don't wanna know about grow in a scratch on your knee

I wouldn't pay 0.45 gorillas for a second filter with no primer but my 2.4 that lacks a priming pump has loved the Parker/racor priming and water sep filter I've put inline before the OEM

Water in dieso and bugs in dieso is common up here - leave 50L of dieso in a closed airtight drum and it will be sludge in 3 months.

Parker/Racor P4 unit is a nice addition to the 130
Have installed water in fuel and primer switch at dash to the right

Another option over the dieselcare option

Steve

Dunno mate,I even bought a finer filter that I've never used because I've never had to,must be a Cooktown thing :p.Does that big arse groper still live under the jetty?,many moons ago I laughed my head off when three Aboriginal kids hooked it on a heavy hand line and pulled the first two into the drink,the third one was smart enough to let the line go. Pat

roverrescue

26th January 2017, 07:50 AM

I've had crook water logged diesel from many places north of Townsville over the years
I guess the humidity doesn't help - either way having a water in fuel alarm plus now having a priming pump for OEM filter changes and other fuel related issues is a plus.

There is a family of groper around the wharves these days, of an afternoon high tide one of the restaurants puts on a feeding which is amazing to see barrel sized thumpers slurping mackerel frames out of the hand!
S

Baytown

26th January 2017, 09:22 AM

G'day fellas.I had mine fitted as who knows when you will get crook fuel.
I've never had bad deisel before, however, it's one less issue I need to worry about.Now to fit my shinny blue silicone intercooler hoses next. I've got a bit of a mental blank on this easy job. Funny how some tasks require more energy than others.
Best wishes all.
Ken

D90 orkney

26th January 2017, 03:50 PM

I have one and had the same issue. It turned out to be incomplete set up/programming for me. A call to redarc support sorted it in 5 min ;)

I also have the current sensor(on the service battery) to go with it :D

I called redarc and they said it happens on start up. Can you point me in the right direction to what you did in the set up/programming? i would love to not have it as its 4-5 beeps

dazzler

26th January 2017, 04:58 PM

I had a feeling you might ask, you will have to run through the setup sequence again(using the red push button switch) I ran through the guide again and that fixed the problem.

Here is the setup guide
https://www.redarc.com.au/Content/Images/uploaded/Manuals/G52-VVA%20Instruction%20Manual.pdf

D90 orkney

26th January 2017, 05:24 PM

Baytown

27th January 2017, 12:44 PM

Just a small thing today, I received my Silblade wiper blade replacements from Amazon UK. Cheapest I could find re postage, for three blades.
Here's the link to the Mud UK page for this product.
Silblade? Silicone Wiper Blades (http://www.mudstuff.co.uk/silblader-silicon-wiper-blades.html)
Supposed to last a few years vs months, and with the Northern wet upon us, I'm looking forward to seeing how they perform.
They are patented, and apparently the best blades available for our trucks.
Best wishes all.
Ken

Rolly

27th January 2017, 08:41 PM

Hi Baytown,

I've replaced both Deefer and Craptiva with Sill blades, they are very good. You'll not be disappointed

NovaRover

27th January 2017, 09:15 PM

I got my 130 back today after having it in at Hunter Landrover Newcastle for the past week after I made a warranty claim in regards to the amount of backlash it was developing, they replaced the shims in my transfer box and two new drive shafts and then Striped down the rear diff. My 130 is now tighter than a nuns belly button. It drives better than new, I didn't think a defender could be so tight and smooth. I couldn't stop driving her around today after picking her up. They gave me a new Disco sports as a curtesy car. Nice but I was over it with in a day. Just too much bling. The chief mechanic really knows his Landy's and was a pleasure to deal with.

ninetubes

28th January 2017, 09:23 PM

Improved awning and maxtrax mounting, all below the top of the rack now.

Plus some ****ty wiring repaired. Do auto-sparkies even like cars?

Baytown

29th January 2017, 08:17 AM

Great looking 90!

DefenderSte

29th January 2017, 01:47 PM

Washed her inside and out front to back after a full day out playing yesterday.........👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Landy07

29th January 2017, 07:05 PM

Struggling atm, trying to install a CL on a 1999 defender crew cab, stuck on what to do with regard to bypassing the bit where you have to push the door open button in to lock the front doors so as the remote fob will lock the doors with the push of a button.

mekon76

29th January 2017, 09:23 PM

Dusted some spider webs off the roof rack and rear step and forcibly re-housed some spiders.

cuppabillytea

29th January 2017, 09:40 PM

Equal rights for Arachnids I say. :angrylock:

PAT303

29th January 2017, 09:57 PM

Nothing,too busy working on my mates wifes POS bomberdoor,heap of **** it is. Pat

D90 orkney

30th January 2017, 10:51 AM

Bought the glind shower system for onboard hot water and a couple LED lights for the awning. One in amber/white and one in just white. Got them from Jamie's touring solutions, they come with a dimmer. Once I get my front runner gullwing I'm going to say that I don't have any mods to do besides changing the suspension to the koni long travel mid year. :eek:

Toxic_Avenger

30th January 2017, 04:33 PM

Once I get my front runner gullwing I'm going to say that I don't have any mods to do besides changing the suspension to the koni long travel mid year. :eek:

BLASPHEMY!

D90 orkney

30th January 2017, 05:26 PM

BLASPHEMY!

i know, i know....but ive gone through a couple lists now.I think from here it will be concentrating on getting the touring side of things A1...i wont know what to do with my brain time if im not thinking of modding something on the 90

cuppabillytea

30th January 2017, 06:10 PM

i know, i know....but ive gone through a couple lists now.I think from here it will be concentrating on getting the touring side of things A1...i wont know what to do with my brain time if im not thinking of modding something on the 90

Be careful. An idle mind is the Devils Playground.:vampire::twisted:

D90 orkney

30th January 2017, 08:13 PM

Be careful. An idle mind is the Devils Playground.:vampire::twisted:

Ok if that's the case il keep modding ;)

I'm a little worried there isn't enough room to fit this glind system. I'm thinking the only place I have any hope with is over the drivers side wheel under the flat panel.

jon3950

30th January 2017, 09:24 PM

Ok if that's the case il keep modding ;)

I'm a little worried there isn't enough room to fit this glind system. I'm thinking the only place I have any hope with is over the drivers side wheel under the flat panel.

No don't put it there. I've just installed my headlight relays there. If you install it there I won't be able to copy your installation. :D

Either way, am watching with interest as a shower is on my list. At least I'm honest enough to admit that the mods will never be complete. :p

Cheers,
Jon

D90 orkney

30th January 2017, 09:45 PM

No don't put it there. I've just installed my headlight relays there. If you install it there I won't be able to copy your installation. :D

Either way, am watching with interest as a shower is on my list. At least I'm honest enough to admit that the mods will never be complete. :p

Cheers,
Jon

Hahaha il post the outcome of location when I know. Maybe you will get lucky and it won't be there ;)

Yeah I know il probably keep modding. But I just don't have any idea what right now.

Tombie

30th January 2017, 10:00 PM

I'd be more worried about how long you'll need to run it to get warm water out of the glind [emoji41]

D90 orkney

31st January 2017, 05:21 AM

I'd be more worried about how long you'll need to run it to get warm water out of the glind [emoji41]

I think the plan will be shower as soon as we find a camp after driving around looling for one so it's warm

D90 orkney

31st January 2017, 07:36 AM

ninetubes

1st February 2017, 03:21 PM

a major one: led interior light for the rear (load space).
$30 for aerpro 12 LED panel which mounts to the difuser and comes with a bulb-like adaptor to draw power from the standard bulb holder.
very cleaver and now it's like daylight in there!

Tombie

1st February 2017, 03:26 PM

D90 orkney

1st February 2017, 05:55 PM

One suggestion....

Nick off the plastic fittings - get brass ones..

What is wrong with the plastic?

Tombie

1st February 2017, 06:51 PM

What is wrong with the plastic?

Nothing, except life span from heat (like all other plastic parts in an engine bay) especially the non-Coolant side which sites dry and therefore has no fluid inside it for cooling effect.

And of course vibration [emoji41]

D90 orkney

1st February 2017, 07:11 PM

Nothing, except life span from heat (like all other plastic parts in an engine bay) especially the non-Coolant side which sites dry and therefore has no fluid inside it for cooling effect.

And of course vibration [emoji41]

Yep you're right and I thought you'd say that about the heat just wanted to see if you would mention something else. I will change it 👍🏻

PAT303

1st February 2017, 07:12 PM

What is wrong with the plastic?

I've got to do the head gaskets on a mates Lexus LS470 because one of the plastic fittings on the transmission cooler split from heat and boiled the engine.Do as Tombie advised and get brass fitting. Pat

4wheeler

1st February 2017, 08:15 PM

Had a bit of a search and have found that you can fit the system in the engine bay of a puma.

Found a thread by Pilbara130 that shows that it fits. Looks quite neat

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/716.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/717.jpg

I might be wrong but I don't think the 130 is fitted with ABS so where the electric pump in your top picture is fitted (if that is part of the shower system) it won't fit there as any ABS equipped 110's and 90's have the ABS modulator (or whatever it is called) fitted in that location along with the associated pipework.
You might have realised this already though.

Toxic_Avenger

1st February 2017, 08:26 PM

I looked at the pic and thought to myself that it looked a lot more open there than I had originally thought.

D90 orkney

1st February 2017, 08:28 PM

I might be wrong but I don't think the 130 is fitted with ABS so where the electric pump in your top picture is fitted (if that is part of the shower system) it won't fit there as any ABS equipped 110's and 90's have the ABS modulator (or whatever it is called) fitted in that location along with the associated pipework.
You might have realised this already though.

No I didn't realise that. That's sucks. It will have to go somewhere. I though I saw some room on the other side lower down

dazzler

3rd February 2017, 08:34 PM

Some Recent changes
New Light Bar
Plasti Dipped nose and light surround with new zun sport grill

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/674.jpg

Tombie

3rd February 2017, 09:39 PM

Some Recent changes

New Light Bar

Plasti Dipped nose and light surround with new zun sport grill

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/671.jpg

I like the way ARB has profiled those bars.. very clever design...

Chops

3rd February 2017, 10:37 PM

Took her for a small drive tonight,,, :D

Poor girls being neglected since the arrival of the D4 :angel:

So, now its time to clean her up and sell her :(

Jan

3rd February 2017, 10:58 PM

Some Recent changes
New Light Bar
Plasti Dipped nose and light surround with new zun sport grill

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/671.jpg

Really neat truck there!!

Any link to the LED indicators in the ARB BB please?

Thank you.

dazzler

3rd February 2017, 11:19 PM

Sure Jan,
The ARB Indicators are the same size as the VW Golf MK1 Bumper indicator light. I have the smoky lens one.

Here is what you need:

VW JETTA GOLF MK1 MK2 SMOKED LED TURN SIGNAL BUMPER MARKER LIGHTS - LIGHT SMOKE | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VW-JETTA-GOLF-MK1-MK2-SMOKED-LED-TURN-SIGNAL-BUMPER-MARKER-LIGHTS-LIGHT-SMOKE-/132074791906?hash=item1ec04563e2:g:AroAAOSwBahU-zfQ)

Jan

4th February 2017, 12:00 AM

Thanks Dazzler!!

Strange - I have been trailing the net in the last few days for exactly this.

Looking at your standard indicators - if you do not want the 'orange' look - the Osram Chrome Diadem P21W incandescent globes will do the trick.

Thanks again

dazzler

4th February 2017, 08:36 AM

Thanks Jan,

I haven't put much thought into the whole OE Indicators/Stop/Reverse light situation, not happy with them as the lenses leak, the contacts corrode etc etc. Any advise?

Many Thanks,
pd

DiscoMick

4th February 2017, 08:53 AM

Some Recent changes
New Light Bar
Plasti Dipped nose and light surround with new zun sport grill

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/671.jpg
I like those light surrounds. Can't see the grille though, is it very different from the original?

dazzler

4th February 2017, 01:05 PM

I am impressed with Plasti Dip, it survived all the bugs and muck thrown at it last Vic high country trip. Here is a closer picture.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/658.jpg[/url]

Baytown

5th February 2017, 02:34 PM

Today I test fitted my Redarc EGT - Boost and Oil and water temp gauges. The former will also display external temp with the latter, interior temp.
As there's not much space to mount gauges in our dash, I'm happy with how the mounting location looks, and ease of reading the gauges.
These compliment my Redarc Volt meter monitoring both batteries.
Best wishes fellas.
Ken.
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1nando

5th February 2017, 05:27 PM

Today I test fitted my Redarc EGT - Boost and Oil and water temp gauges. The former will also display external temp with the latter, interior temp.
As there's not much space to mount gauges in our dash, I'm happy with how the mounting location looks, and ease of reading the gauges.
These compliment my Redarc Volt meter monitoring both batteries.
Best wishes fellas.
Ken.
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_4605.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_4605.jpg.html)
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Where did you mount the probe Ken ? ( before or after turbo?

Baytown

5th February 2017, 06:42 PM

Still to decide Nando.
I'm leaning to pre Turbo due to your thread and experience.

1nando

5th February 2017, 07:09 PM

Still to decide Nando.
I'm leaning to pre Turbo due to your thread and experience.
Mate if you do, I'd love to know your results. Can you post them on my thread it be a great resource for others.

Baytown

5th February 2017, 09:10 PM

Will do mate.
I'll see about getting the truck booked in at Cairns this week.
�� Ken

Tombie

5th February 2017, 09:22 PM

Definitely go Pre-Turbo Ken..

No need to remove turbo to drill and tap the hole... you can remove the swarf in situ..

Toxic_Avenger

5th February 2017, 10:29 PM

Baytown

6th February 2017, 04:34 AM

I was wondering about the risk of Turbo damage from swarf, and more than a little concerned.
Some of the Brits on Defender2.net even suggest that there's a risk of the sensor probe for the EGT unit failing and destroying the Turbo.
I'll still go pre Turbo but a bit twitchy about particles from the drilling and tapping getting to the Turbo.
Thanks fellas.
Ken

1nando

6th February 2017, 06:04 AM

Tombie

6th February 2017, 06:50 AM

What's the trick tombie?

I've heard of using a grease to trap it as it drills, and a vacuum afterwards.

Any risk of stress cracks from threading the cast manifold? Or is that being overly pessimistic?

Magnets. [emoji41] (and grease)... and use a probe with magnet to clean the inside once drilled and tapped.. it grabs all the swarf.

And in the unlikely event any particles are left over they are harmlessly tossed out the exhaust port..

Toxic_Avenger

6th February 2017, 04:20 PM

Magnets. [emoji41]
But how do they work?

Tombie

6th February 2017, 04:25 PM

But how do they work?

You going to run through the whole "but it's cast" bit?

Except it's Magnetic below 770c

Baytown

7th February 2017, 02:25 PM

Today, I fitted my new BAS Airbox to turbine Silicone hose. Came with two new worm drive hose clamps, so obviously BAS consider these suitable as opposed to T Clamp style.
No worries about the turbine hose collapsing with age under load. Great!
Simple, 5 minute job. Jeez I wish the intercooler hoses were this easy!
Best wishes all.

Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_4652.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_4652.jpg.html)

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Tombie

7th February 2017, 05:30 PM

What flavour did you use Ken? [emoji48]

Baytown

7th February 2017, 06:05 PM

�� Lube free, fitted like a glove, although believe it or not, I actually did consider going to Woolies to by some KY.
I just can't do it, as I know the check out chick will laugh at me!

cuppabillytea

7th February 2017, 10:32 PM

�� Lube free, fitted like a glove, although believe it or not, I actually did consider going to Woolies to by some KY.
I just can't do it, as I know the check out chick will laugh at me!

Then again, it could be a wink and a smile. Fortune favours the brave. :cool:

EastFreo

8th February 2017, 12:27 AM

Got home today from Barrow Island and my wife has bought me some Maxitraks for my birthday. Very happy.

Have to say good to see some old fashioned customer service is still alive and well.

My wife told me how she phoned Off Road Equipment in Myaree WA. She couldn't get there as she works and one of the guys there offered to drop them off on the way home.

Great service. Wish we saw more of that.

Baytown

8th February 2017, 10:41 AM

In my Army days, if we knew we were in for bad weather or really dusty environments while out in the field patrolling, we would often place condoms over the barrel of our SLRs.
My ex found some in my kit and it caused no end of problems, along with removing your wedding ring due to catching in equipment.
Some women just don't get the bigger picture!
I could see the same with having to explain personal lube in the garage, especially if it's beside my chicken suit!

Then again, it could be a wink and a smile. Fortune favours the brave. :cool:

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 12:38 PM

Tombie

8th February 2017, 12:47 PM

Tell him it's for offroad use only..
The Gaol line is Bull****...

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 01:31 PM

Tell him it's for offroad use only..
The Gaol line is Bull****...

I wasn't gonna sit there and argue with the bloke. I said to him I highly doubt he would go to jail and left it at that

filcar

8th February 2017, 01:53 PM

Got the centre muffler out today. Can't notice one difference at all.

I wanted him to fab up a decat, he didn't want to touch it saying he would go to jail if he took it off. Is it worth taking off the front pipe and gutting the insides of it?
Had the same response from a shop in Ferntree Gully ... still looking around for a more flexible exhaust shop.

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 01:53 PM

Just purchased a decat from Bruce Davis. Thanks to Marty90 👍🏻

dazzler

8th February 2017, 02:31 PM

I have one and the quality is not up to scratch D90, I have considered replacing that with something better .. also one with a mounting point for the heat shield.

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 02:42 PM

Had the same response from a shop in Ferntree Gully ... still looking around for a more flexible exhaust shop.

I was thinking about doing that but just bought one instead

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 02:43 PM

I have one and the quality is not up to scratch D90, I have considered replacing that with something better .. also one with a mounting point for the heat shield.

How so dazzler? I was thinking about the heat shield. Surely it would be easy enough to get a threaded rod welded on in the right spot?

Tombie

8th February 2017, 03:05 PM

Easy enough...

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 03:12 PM

Easy enough...

👍🏻 That's what I thought

Marty90

8th February 2017, 03:29 PM

Davis gets them made up in mild steel or stainless so I don't think putting a threaded rod on would be an issue.Bruce reckons the heat is not an problem though without the cat.I haven't seen the quality but I can't imagine what the problem would be.

dazzler

8th February 2017, 04:25 PM

Retaining bracket is nice to have in fairness as mine is still hanging loose and not broken or rattling "yet" I do plan to weld a bracket with a bold arrangement at some stage like suggested.

Now quality:

Mine had a leak that I had to spot weld, I personally feel that the decat pipe is a downgrade compared to OE quality both from a material and workmanship standpoint. That said it does the job ...I think

D90 orkney

8th February 2017, 05:24 PM

What would happen if I took off the rear muffler, centre muffler and pipe to the rear and put a decat on?

1nando

8th February 2017, 07:30 PM

What would happen if I took off the rear muffler, centre muffler and pipe to the rear and put a decat on?
I say leave the rear muffler on. Take off the centre muffler and install a decat. What you'll get is:
-better economy
-lower egts
-better/quicker turbo spool
-better mid range torque
Basically your letting the motor breathe better. I dont care what anyone says in regards to the exhaust, it is restrictive!
As for turbo over spool, my gauge hits 22 psi and stays there. IT DOES NOT OVERSPOOL! Sorry i put that in caps because people on Aulro throw that around all the time in regards to the puma engine and exhaust, its bs

dazzler

8th February 2017, 08:00 PM

Nando, does yours sound different from stock with centre muffler gone? What sort of milage gain you observing? Mine is bad, but then again I don't have an economical driving style

1nando

8th February 2017, 08:24 PM

Nando, does yours sound different from stock with centre muffler gone? What sort of milage gain you observing? Mine is bad, but then again I don't have an economical driving style
I was able to get an average 600km with those exhaust mods on 235/85/16 wrangler mtr tyres (standard tyres). I used to average 560-570kms before the mods.

I now get 530kms average per tank. Im on 33s and the vehicle sits at around 2.4gvm at the moment. Its also remapped and running a alive cooler.

Sound is a little better but nothing special. The spool time was the first noticeable thing for me along with better mid range power and torque. I wouldnt say its much of a power gain but rather better power delivery.

If you want a modern common rail diesel engine to last you need to get them to run cleaner and cooler.
Cleaner; block and delete egr. The egr cools engine temps but achieves this by running a leaner air fuel ratio. As it does this it clogs up the intake over time. A bit like sugar in the blood stream slowly causing plaque build up in arteries. Having a cleaner more effiecient burn will help engine life, but your engine temps will be a little higher without egr.

Cooler by running a bigger more effiecient cooler. Reduces intake temps producing a bigger bang for your diesel dollar and more power.

This leads to the exhaust, all those intake improvements require better exhaust flow. The engine is an air pump, air goes in and needs to come out efficiently. A restrictive exhaust will keep the engine running hot, egts will start to climb under heavy load (eg big long hill on a freeway) and before you know it its either limp mode or engine goes pop!

By pop i mean that it wont last as long as a cool, clean running engine

dazzler

8th February 2017, 09:11 PM

Understood! Mine has all that, centre muffler is the only delta apart from the brand of tune and hardware. Now interesting to here you are getting about the same milage (mine is about 525 around town) from the OE tank and 285's. I am very conscious re the whole temp business and resultant fatigue/impact to engine life. To be honest mine seems to run on the cooler side. only concern is the heat soak due to the Ex box I have installed which acts like a heat sink in the cabin. I am planning to line the GB/TC area when the TC is taken out for ATB install soon. What sort of pressure do you run normally?

On a side note my mate's 110 2.4 is running into some heating issues and limp mode, he has some massive lights up front with standard IC and Alive tune with same size rubber as mine (and yours perhaps)

ninetubes

12th February 2017, 12:48 AM

Gave it a bath

eckwalsh

12th February 2017, 12:42 PM

Took out my catalytic converter today. Bit of mucking around(take off the front tail shaft, cross member and heat shields) and emptying out the innards (with the help of a hammer and screw driver) and then put it all back in again. Its a fair bit lighter without all the porcelain etc inside it. Still looks like the genuine part and all the shields just bolt back on. Sounds a little bit throatier so will be interesting to see if it performs and differently or the economy is any better. Hopefully its just cooler.lol

Toxic_Avenger

12th February 2017, 05:43 PM

Today I installed a silicone BAS intercooler hose. Here is a short video outlining the process. It's easy when you know how!

https://youtu.be/qWswb7hOqUk

dazzler

12th February 2017, 09:24 PM

Did this today, with "proper tool in hand" hope this will help on those hot days and on long drives.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/299.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/l47rwy7tz/)

Finished Product:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/300.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/88v1yajuf/)

Matching cowl on either side now:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/301.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/3olzjte7t/)

justinc

12th February 2017, 09:29 PM

AndyG

13th February 2017, 08:06 PM

I say leave the rear muffler on. Take off the centre muffler and install a decat. What you'll get is:
-better economy
-lower egts
-better/quicker turbo spool
-better mid range torque
Basically your letting the motor breathe better. I dont care what anyone says in regards to the exhaust, it is restrictive!
As for turbo over spool, my gauge hits 22 psi and stays there. IT DOES NOT OVERSPOOL! Sorry i put that in caps because people on Aulro throw that around all the time in regards to the puma engine and exhaust, its bs

The overspooling seems to originate from advice from Pete of Bas in a conversation with you, being Bas remap 10 June 2015. Where basically some restriction is required.

Personally, snorkel, Nugget air box, Bas inter cooler, Bas 150 tune and removing centre muffler, the straight Thru pipe made a world of difference and here I stop.

Next, the Ashcroft magic wand

AndyG

13th February 2017, 08:26 PM

1nando

13th February 2017, 08:32 PM

The overspooling seems to originate from advice from Pete of Bas in a conversation with you, being Bas remap 10 June 2015. Where basically some restriction is required.

Personally, snorkel, Nugget air box, Bas inter cooler, Bas 150 tune and removing centre muffler, the straight Thru pipe made a world of difference and here I stop.

Next, the Ashcroft magic wand
The overspooling isn't a issue with a free flowing standard diameter exhaust. It becomes an issue when you increase the pipe diameter. "Komaterpillar" a member on this site had his turbo go due to a straight through 3 inch exhaust if im not mistaken.

My boost gauge hits 22 psi and stays there, it does not fluctuate at all. It is rock steady.

If someone were to ask me the 4 best mods to do a puma id say:
- hd flanges both front and rear
- remap
- straight through standard diameter exhaust
- bigger intercooler

People on this site manage to get their vehicle into limp mode on a standard tune/ standard car. I dont care how loaded it is and what its towing or how hot it was...to me this is both unacceptable and a ticking time bomb. If you could make more power, lower your engine temp and run low egts why would you avoid it?? To me and my real world testing with my pre turbo mounted egt readings (in the correct place, not after turbo) my results show that a safe relaible power increase is achievable through some careful thinking.
By the way having egr disabled actually increases engine temp slightly, Lorryman has proved this using his ultra gauge readings and his tuning interface. I run lower everything cause i have the correct mods in place.

As for Pete (who is a tech guru and i reapect very much), id say that he has a certain responsibility to insure people with his tune dont start doing stupid exhaust mods and start blowing things up. He supplies bowler defenders with a 170hp tune, all those vehicles run 3 inch exhausts with all the correct epa gear. I cant prove it but id say that the standard diameter puma exhaust with no restrictions would be very similar flowong to a 3 inch with all the epa gear.
Sorry for long rant [emoji4]

cuppabillytea

13th February 2017, 11:07 PM

Biddy had a good tub today, but I discovered her bonnet has Bat****itus,

alien

23rd February 2017, 02:42 PM

I got the rear diff back in after being upgraded with the Truetrac from the D2.
I striped the centre out and took it to Les Richmond to install with a Ashcroft adaptor he had in stock, all at a very fair price including 2 new carrier bearings.
I then discovered the start battery is on the way out so only a quick road test, noticably less drive line slap.
New battery goes in Saturday then a good run to see how it all feels.

D90 orkney

23rd February 2017, 03:28 PM

I have added a decat pipe and got rid of the centre muffler for a straight through pipe. Decat is from Bruce Davis. I wrapped it in dei exhaust wrap. Whistle is present and a bit throaty now. Also feels like it breathes better now.

i have also had my grind system installed. The water pump is under the driver side wingtop and the heat exchange is behind my steering guard on the chassis. The switch for the pump is on my steering column. The outlet for the shower head is on my bullbar which is great because I could make a bracket up on the uhf antenna to hold the shower head. The only thing is that the pump sucks water quickly so if using a bucket it will go quickly.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/230.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/231.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/232.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/233.jpg

Baytown

23rd February 2017, 07:22 PM

Ashamed to say, but I cleaned the white raised lettering on my BFG All Terrains with bleach and a cloth.
White as!!!:banana:
Ken

cuppabillytea

24th February 2017, 08:32 PM

Ashamed to say, but I cleaned the white raised lettering on my BFG All Terrains with bleach and a cloth.
White as!!!:banana:
Ken

I had mine fitted white side in. Saves a lot of fuss. :p

Damo89

25th February 2017, 03:14 PM

ARB Air Compressor and Air Tank fitted under the driver seat with a quick connect air fitting plumbed up next to the driver seat. Also two extra power sockets (one dual USB, one ciggy plug) installed into the front of the Mulgo Exbox.

EastFreo

25th February 2017, 07:33 PM

Earlier this week received my APT steering guard. Will have to install it when I get home as I am away for work.

Crocodile Dundee

25th February 2017, 11:56 PM

Would love to see some photos please.

Baytown

26th February 2017, 07:29 PM

Here's mine I fitted early last month.
A great fit and quality item.
Ken
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EastFreo

26th February 2017, 07:40 PM

Will post a photo when I get home in a couple of weeks.

In A Landy Down Under

26th February 2017, 11:20 PM

Colour coded both my headlight surrounds and fitted some new KBX Hi-Force wing tops (also colour coded). Just want to get to the main grille now and spray that white too.

119905

119904

D90 orkney

28th February 2017, 04:52 PM

I got my front runner glass gullywing installed today. It's come up really nice and very happy that I went with glass as it's my blind side and have no plan to put shelves there. Main reason is access to fridge when touring. I was going to do this task myself but after hearing about everyone's option on this task I got opposite lock in braybrook to do it instead. Getting the rest of 90 tinted to match tomorrow

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/9.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/10.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/11.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/02/12.jpg

1nando

28th February 2017, 05:17 PM

D90 orkney

28th February 2017, 05:24 PM

How much did they cost and how much did they charge to install?

725 window with shipping. I was originally going to do them myself. 265 to fit. Which I think is reasonable.

In A Landy Down Under

28th February 2017, 10:58 PM

725 window with shipping. I was originally going to do them myself. 265 to fit. Which I think is reasonable.

From the instructions/videos/pictures I have seen of people doing these wings at home I would say $265 bucks is worth every cent. Not sure $1,000 to have quicker access to the fridge is necessarily worth it but it looks awesome never the less [thumbsupbig]

dazzler

3rd March 2017, 11:16 PM

ATB in (Front, Centre and Rear)
Terrafirma straight through pipe (muffler removed) ...like the new noise :D
Bracket welded to De-Cat and braced to engine, Bracket added for the heat shield and exhaust wrapped

Baytown

5th March 2017, 04:25 PM

A simple job today.
My steering wheel was off centre quite a bit after I had my brake rotor upgrade done.
It was driving me mad (anal retentive type I am) so I undid the bolts on the drag link, a few turns of the shaft, hobble up and down a few times to check the steerings new position (hard getting up and down after my knee replacements), tighten the bolts back up on each end and all sorted.
Got me buggered why they would have upset my steering wheel placement, but all's good now.

Ken

Baytown

5th March 2017, 04:29 PM

From the instructions/videos/pictures I have seen of people doing these wings at home I would say $265 bucks is worth every cent. Not sure $1,000 to have quicker access to the fridge is necessarily worth it but it looks awesome never the less [thumbsupbig]

Jeez, I'd gladly pay $300 for someone to remove my side/rear bonded glass.
Im psyching myself up to start removing my left side glass this week so as to fit my Gullwing box and table etc. Seriously not looking forward to it!

Ken

nealkt

5th March 2017, 09:31 PM

Living in Brisbane and all I figured I should fit a snow cowl. I could argue that it helps keep the dirt and silt out of the bottom of the air vent (legit right), but can't deny I figured it added something in the aesthetics department as well. And quickest mod ever - five minutes.
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DiscoMick

6th March 2017, 06:46 AM

Does it reduce airflow?

Baytown

6th March 2017, 06:35 PM

Another small job today.
Fitted checkerplate to my sills and rear corners.
I thought a lot about rock sliders instead, but I have enough trouble getting in and out due to my knee injuries and the vehicle is more a tourer than rock hopper, so cosmetic and keep the side steps wins out.
Front Runner items and good fit and finish.
Ken
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DiscoMick

6th March 2017, 07:40 PM

Look good. Do they just fit on the existing panels? How are they attached?

nealkt

6th March 2017, 08:07 PM

Does it reduce airflow?

I've seen mixed views on this question. Many folks seem to live quite happily with them on. Guess I'll find out for myself during the colder months...

Baytown

6th March 2017, 08:25 PM

Just fit over the sills and corner panel.
These are pop riveted on, others preference self tappers.
The fit was very good, so I'm happy with them.
Ken

Baytown

6th March 2017, 08:30 PM

'There's a young fella in the U.K. who does great Snow cowls in carbon fibre. They look great and I might even purchase one for when I go to Sth in Winter, high country or Tassie.
Ken

I've seen mixed views on this question. Many folks seem to live quite happily with them on. Guess I'll find out for myself during the colder months...

jon3950

6th March 2017, 09:15 PM

...I thought a lot about rock sliders instead, but I have enough trouble getting in and out due to my knee injuries...

Have you considered the Landybitz steps? Built like a slider but sit below the sill, so can still be used as a step:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/759.jpg

I've fitted them and am very happy with them:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/members-rides/236135-alasdair-my16-keswick-110-a-3.html#post2540175
More photos in my gallery if you are interested.

Cheers,
Jon

Baytown

6th March 2017, 09:39 PM

Thanks Jon.
lll keep those in mind, they look good. I think APT do them so I'd buy from Ben.
I need to consider fit issues as I intend to fit accessory fuel tanks under the sills.
Good on you, and great looking truck!
Ken

ninetubes

7th March 2017, 05:54 PM

loneranger

7th March 2017, 08:37 PM

mud stuff rear door strut went in. hopefully it softens up a little, it quite the shove to close it now.

tuff trek rear door bag on - behold the storage!

removed x-member, front drive shaft etc to remove cat pipe and fit de-cat, only to find the terrafirma one doesn't fit (contrary to rovercraft's assurances it would)

rec'd my load-lugga style roof shelf arrived from def-is.ru, looks good

loaded it up to head out paddling:
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I like your number plate. That was one of the ones I was considering for the 90 but I got outvoted and as its not my car I lost :) . I'm waiting to see if one of the other plates in that series becomes available for the 110 as it was the number plate on my first car and I believe the car was written off about 15 years ago.

DiscoMick

7th March 2017, 09:12 PM

Are those vents intended to let cool air in or hot air out?

SilasM

8th March 2017, 09:58 PM

the old girl got a new ignition barrel today. The old one completely jammed before I could get the new barrel keyed to my original keys so i now have two sets of keys..

El Rey

9th March 2017, 10:32 PM

Drove from Brisbane to Gloucester where Drifta fitted the rear storage and bed extension I'd ordered.
Highly recommend making the trip if you can - there's so much pretty countryside around there,
not to mention coming down the New England route I got to see Warwick, Stanthorpe, Tenterfield,
Armidale and Tamworth.

The drive over the mountains from Tamworth to Gloucester via Thunderbolt's Way was interesting.
Did it at midnight amid driving rain, heavy fog and very average windy road for stretches.
Only saw two other vehicles headed in the opposite direction over 3.5 hours, so I guess
the smart people wait till daylight.

As for the fitting, arrived at 8am as arranged.
- Was met and taken care of promptly.
- Told it would be done by 11:30am.
- Given a loan vehicle to drive into town.
- Also given a voucher for a free coffee at the Fox's Den Cafe.
- Went there, had a really good big breakfast and relaxed for a few hours.
(highly recommend this place. I guess that's why Drifta do too)
- Went for a walk around Gloucester which is a side of Australia I don't see too much of.
(2,500 population, One main drag. A Mason's Hall. A Returned Soldiers' building. Quaint shops.
All of it framed by craggy mountains and rolling hills)
- Headed back to Drifta and the fitting was finished bang on 11:30am.
- Friendly staff walked me through everything, which looks and feels solid and well built.

A great experience and a great product. Would recommend Drifta to anyone.
They must be one of the biggest employers in the town based on what I saw.
Didn't realize the size of their operation - everyone busy but still a nod and a hello as they go past.

Baytown

10th March 2017, 03:31 PM

Great to hear such a positive story. Drifta certainly sound like they know how to treat a customer.
Even the coffee voucher, such a little thing, but such a positive initiative.
Good on them.

Ken

weeds

10th March 2017, 04:58 PM

- Friendly staff walked me through everything, which looks and feels solid and well built.

Pics??

I had a drifter kitchen in my old camper.....was very happy with it.

Seriously considered getting them to fit out my Hardtop....but weight and budget constraints.

It companies like Drifta should be supported/rewarded by government

They have also supported the last two defender days.

El Rey

10th March 2017, 06:15 PM

Pics??

Hey Weeds - I didn't include any pics because I only got the basic drawer setup - no exciting custom features for fridges or other equipment.
But to be thorough I'll snap some over the weekend and post up.

Cheers

ATH

10th March 2017, 06:31 PM

I gave our Deafender a swift tyre kick to remind it to behave itself the next time a dickhead comes round after responding to the "for sale" adverts. First question always seems to be "How much is it"....FFS it's on the bloody advert!
Then they object to me taking details of their license...... I'm not paying their bloody speeding fines. [bigsmile1]
I hate selling cars..... in fact I hate selling anything as the possible buyers all seem to be short of more than just a few quid. [biggrin]
AlanH.

Pocket Rocket

10th March 2017, 08:47 PM

I took it to meet Dazza [biggrin][biggrin][biggrin]

DiscoMick

10th March 2017, 09:27 PM

Drifta seem impressive. They make an excellent compact camper trailer.

El Rey

10th March 2017, 09:43 PM

Drifta seem impressive. They make an excellent compact camper trailer.

They have a youtube channel where you can see them go through their products and put some of them to use offroad.

Drifta Camping and 4WD
- YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/DriftaCamping4WD/videos)

El Rey

11th March 2017, 01:52 AM

Great to hear such a positive story. Drifta certainly sound like they know how to treat a customer.
Even the coffee voucher, such a little thing, but such a positive initiative.
Good on them.

Ken

Yes agreed. Also great to hear 'Yeah there's no need to lock the vehicle around Gloucester.'

In A Landy Down Under

11th March 2017, 04:27 PM

It took me a whole lot longer that expected but I finally have my APT Steering Guard fitted, I asked APT to spray my side steps black (instead of silver) too so fitted those as well.

Got the kit from APT, but it realllly didn't want to fit as the recovery eyes were poking too far out and hitting the bulbar. The only way to mount was to press against the bulbar a little but this left a gap between the mounting plates and chassis. (Ben at APT said they are all one size so it must be my chassis thats out of line)
So, after a bit of head scratching and measuring I got a bloke around the corner from a local fabricator to do me up 2 steel plates (one 8mm thick and one 10mm thick) to sit as spacers between the mounts and chassis. Gave them a lick of paint slotted in between and the rest worked out pretty well!

Side steps originally took about 45 mins to get off due to where the bolts fit, fortunately only took about 10 mins to put them back on! :)

Oh, and finally I found a solution I was happy with for keeping rods on the roof, Berkley twist lock rod holder from BCF permanently fixed to the rack[thumbsupbig]

jon3950

11th March 2017, 05:01 PM

Got the kit from APT, but it realllly didn't want to fit as the recovery eyes were poking too far out and hitting the bulbar. The only way to mount was to press against the bulbar a little but this left a gap between the mounting plates and chassis. (Ben at APT said they are all one size so it must be my chassis thats out of line)
So, after a bit of head scratching and measuring I got a bloke around the corner from a local fabricator to do me up 2 steel plates (one 8mm thick and one 10mm thick) to sit as spacers between the mounts and chassis. Gave them a lick of paint slotted in between and the rest worked out pretty well!

I had the same problem. I fitted the guard before I had the bar and it was fine. When the bar was fitted the guard wouldn't go back on and needed some spacers:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/562.jpg

My theory is its not the chassis, but the fit between the body and the chassis which is a bit vague. My bar is perfectly aligned with the body but about 10mm off centre on the chassis.

Cheers,
Jon

In A Landy Down Under

11th March 2017, 05:40 PM

I had the same problem.

Yours looks identical to what mine looked like when I first tried.

I can't see the spacers on that picture, did you go back and added them after that picture? Or are the spacers just not pictured?

Larry

11th March 2017, 06:50 PM

Fitted a new fridge slide - FRIDGE SLIDE TILT40ltr HEAVY DUTY 100kg RATED SLIDES ENGEL & MORE CODE 011 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FRIDGE-SLIDE-TILT40ltr-HEAVY-DUTY-100kg-RATED-SLIDES-ENGEL-MORE-CODE-011-/251451876068?hash=item3a8bb322e4)
I would have liked one of the drop down ones, but the budget didn't stretch that far. Is a bit bigger than a straight slide out one, but very easy to operate. Just slide out, then pull down to access the contents. When you release it, the gas struts gently raise it back up - good if you have young hands about.[wink11]

cuppabillytea

11th March 2017, 08:37 PM

Pity that wasn't installed a couple of weeks ago.[bigwhistle]

jon3950

11th March 2017, 09:47 PM

Yours looks identical to what mine looked like when I first tried.

I can't see the spacers on that picture, did you go back and added them after that picture? Or are the spacers just not pictured?

Spacers aren't in the photo, but I can take another one if you want. Mannells in Thornleigh fitted the bar and after some discussion added the spacers at the time. I was going to do the install myself but it was easier and cheaper to have it done than get it delivered. Happy though, they did a very good job.

Cheers,
Jon

In A Landy Down Under

11th March 2017, 10:51 PM

Spacers aren't in the photo, but I can take another one if you want.

No rush, was just interested to see if they were similar to mine. I should put a picture up too for those looking to do the same in the future.

roley18

12th March 2017, 03:50 PM

Fitted new rear mud flaps and strengthened the rear panels on the inside with some angle.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/514.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/515.jpg

Baytown

13th March 2017, 03:45 PM

Due to fitting of the Bundutop to the rear of my Rhino rack, and my second left side flood being somewhat covered by my 270 deg awning, I drilled my rear roof body work and mounted the floods there. Much neater and better lighting now.
Im just tidying up little nuisance value wiring and electrical jobs, that I keep putting off.
Best wishes all.
Ken

EastFreo

13th March 2017, 05:13 PM

Wow. What a set up Baytown. Looks awesome.

Baytown

13th March 2017, 05:34 PM

Thank you mate.
The build is coming along nicely, but I've reached a bit of a mental block re smaller jobs on my 'to do' list.
Best wishes.
Ken

Tombie

13th March 2017, 06:07 PM

Thank you mate.
The build is coming along nicely, but I've reached a bit of a mental block re smaller jobs on my 'to do' list.
Best wishes.
Ken

Ken. Are you heading South for Easter?

Baytown

13th March 2017, 07:03 PM

Hi Tombie.
Im not sure mate. I've got no plans, is there something on? I know the Sth Australian Land Rover get together is on which would be great to attend.

Toxic_Avenger

13th March 2017, 08:05 PM

It's a good long weekend.
Would be a good bit of travel from up your way though. You'd probably even win the 'longest drive' award.
Tombie... what table number are we again?

Tombie

13th March 2017, 08:29 PM

We shall not speak of it [emoji463]

[emoji56]

cuppabillytea

13th March 2017, 10:30 PM

There'll be no shenanigans this year. [wink11] I'll be expecting a nice quiet time, playing Scrabble or some such.[bighmmm]

Tombie

13th March 2017, 11:22 PM

Shenanigans [emoji48]

Baytown

15th March 2017, 07:16 PM

I took my Big Red light bar back to the shop today and got a refund due to the pathetic condensation issue.

I advise you to not touch Big Red light bars.
I then went into my local ARB today and ordered a new ARB Intensity light bar.
I always wanted to remove my large ARB Intensity round LED lights from in front of my radiator so as to maximise air flow to the engine. I've relocated my round Intensities onto my Rhino Rack via two Rhino Rack light extension brackets and will mount the Intensity light bar to the top Tube
of my ARB bull bar, which it's specifically designed to fit.
About $880 including mounting brackets from Innisfail ARB, 15% discount. Not cheap but veryhigh quality, great LUX and light temp.
Pics to follow.
Ken

Tombie

15th March 2017, 08:44 PM

Made by Rigid in the USA [emoji41]

D90 orkney

16th March 2017, 09:04 AM

After snapping yet another shocker on my high country trip, the 90 is booked in for 88 series koni long travel suspension in a couple weeks

Tombie

16th March 2017, 11:25 AM

After snapping yet another shocker on my high country trip, the 90 is booked in for 88 series koni long travel suspension in a couple weeks

Booked in? [emoji6] are you time poor? [emoji41]

cuppabillytea

16th March 2017, 11:32 AM

Some of us need a rest from time to time. :zzz:

D90 orkney

16th March 2017, 12:01 PM

Booked in? [emoji6] are you time poor? [emoji41]

Yes no time and no clue. I just drive!

ezyrama

16th March 2017, 12:50 PM

Went to fit the HID headlight kit last night, wired it all up, the main control module is faulty, power in, no output.:angry2:. Had to put it all back to stock again. Fitted some intensity globes instead. The stock headlights are about as bright as a candle in a blackened glass jar when you turn the LED driving lights off.That'll do for now until I get the urge to tinker again.

Tombie

16th March 2017, 01:19 PM

That's due to the blue wavelength of LED blowing out your pupils like an Owl....

Baytown

18th March 2017, 06:06 PM

I purchased my ARB light bar for the truck today. $880 including the 60mm mounting brackets for the top tube on my ARB bar. Jeez it's a seriously solid mount there. Unfortunately it'll be a few weeks before it gets delivered as ARB has limited stock in Oz, and nil stock in Innisfail.
Bugger!
Ipurchased the spot and wide beam combo unit.
Pics of the Mk 2 lighting on my 110 to follow ASAP.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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Baytown

18th March 2017, 06:48 PM

And I purchased an APT front Diff guard to replace the poor quality Terrafirma item that fractured at the upper mounting bracket.
Should come in about a week or so.
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Robmacca

23rd March 2017, 10:58 AM

Guys....
Regarding buying a 2nd hand Puma 2.4ltr 110 Defender, what sort of kms would be classed as too high even though the vehicle had been well serviced?

plus, if the vehicle had high kms on it and was well serviced, then what would be a fair price for one?

rob

DefenderSte

23rd March 2017, 01:35 PM

And I purchased an APT front Diff guard to replace the poor quality Terrafirma item that fractured at the upper mounting bracket.
Should come in about a week or so.
120672

They are awesome some bits of kit. I've got APT kit on both diff and bash plate...........👍🏻👍🏻

Baytown

23rd March 2017, 01:46 PM

Trial fitment of the ARB spot LED light bar.
Pretty happy as there is next to no impingement of air flow to the radiator/intercooler.
I moved the large round Intensities to the roof rack to maximise cooling of my larger radiator and larger intercooler. Every little bit has to help.
Now just to sweat the arrival of the mounting brackets. Nil stock in FNQ. Bugger.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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Baytown

23rd March 2017, 01:52 PM

They are awesome some bits of kit. I've got APT kit on both diff and bash plate...........👍🏻👍🏻

Yep, very happy with the quality and fitment.
One issue I have though is that my winch clutch lever interferes with the Steering guard. It can't be turned so I'll need to remove the bash plate and cut a notch in it to allow the clutch lever to be turned.
A tip for anyone running an ARB bar, and Warn winch.
Not a big issue at all.
Ken

mike_beecham

23rd March 2017, 04:32 PM

Hi All
In last week l have re-sprayed my TJM bar and fitted some new LED parkers/indicators. The bar was very faded - l am pleased with the finish. Having all LED lighting on the vehicle...no more blown globes either. The lights are an ECB part (eBay - $120). Delivered overnight.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/165.jpg (http://s1367.photobucket.com/user/WGAS1/media/17264705_10154957766089765_37331257220398239_n_zps xhsgqnou.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/166.jpg (http://s1367.photobucket.com/user/WGAS1/media/17498549_10154986250984765_890036223115749647_n_zp saxgim3wk.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/167.jpg (http://s1367.photobucket.com/user/WGAS1/media/17458049_10154986250989765_3804413620063033252_n_z ps4topt9wd.jpg.html)

Cheers,
Michael

Toxic_Avenger

23rd March 2017, 06:40 PM

One issue I have though is that my winch clutch lever interferes with the Steering guard. It can't be turned so I'll need to remove the bash plate and cut a notch in it to allow the clutch lever to be turned.
A tip for anyone running an ARB bar, and Warn winch.
Not a big issue at all.
Ken

Not a big issue at all, indeed...
Just before you go all 'Here's Johnny!' with the angle grinder, consider undoing the 10 or so M5 allen bolts around the gearbox side of the winch. Once undone, you can clock the whole assembly to make it work in a way which suits your vehicle.

In A Landy Down Under

23rd March 2017, 10:11 PM

Hi All
The lights are an ECB part (eBay - $120). Delivered overnight.
Cheers,
Michael

When I first read this I thought for a split second you were saying the headlights were only $120 delivered overnight!! I'd be ordering now! [bigsmile]

What headlights are those and where'd get em? They look awesome!

Baytown

24th March 2017, 04:04 PM

I received my new APT Front Diff Guard from Ben today.
Great quality and fit.
Very happy with this item.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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DiscoMick

24th March 2017, 05:30 PM

Definitely on my wish list.

cuppabillytea

24th March 2017, 06:06 PM

Mine too but I think a steering guard should be number 1 for me.

mike_beecham

24th March 2017, 06:14 PM

Hi
This is them:
Landrover DEFENDER Pair 7'' *LEGAL* 105W Round LED Head lights DRL+TURN | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Landrover-DEFENDER-Pair-7-LEGAL-105W-Round-LED-Head-lights-DRL-TURN-/152140754298?hash=item236c4bad7a%3Ag%3AC9sAAOSwzJ5 XXGio)

I find them good around town - still need driving lights!

Cheers,
Michael

When I first read this I thought for a split second you were saying the headlights were only $120 delivered overnight!! I'd be ordering now! [bigsmile]

What headlights are those and where'd get em? They look awesome!

Tombie

24th March 2017, 06:52 PM

I reckon it's amusing that he sells them as 105w yet our set direct from manufacturer are 78w [emoji41]

Baytown

24th March 2017, 07:08 PM

Thanks for the tip Mitch, I'll look into that option.
Good on you!

Not a big issue at all, indeed...
Just before you go all 'Here's Johnny!' with the angle grinder, consider undoing the 10 or so M5 allen bolts around the gearbox side of the winch. Once undone, you can clock the whole assembly to make it work in a way which suits your vehicle.

Toxic_Avenger

24th March 2017, 07:10 PM

Pro tip- mark the 'before' setting with a paint pen or similar so you get it right when you set it down

Baytown

24th March 2017, 07:14 PM

Spoken like a man who has disassembled his winch before.
Ive never pulled one apart but will get the schematic either way.
Ta mate.

loneranger

25th March 2017, 11:04 PM

We got our 90 back from our favorite dealer yesterday from its latest warranty repair with the rubber floor matting replaced. This morning whilst refitting the centre console which they didn't fit properly I found this.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/122.jpg

justinc

26th March 2017, 02:10 AM

loneranger

26th March 2017, 09:35 AM

The Puma centre dash is a bit of a fiddle to refit re lining up the vents but that is wrong😠😠. Idiots!!!
None of the screws were done up properly either. We could tell just by looking at it that they hadn't put it back properly. If they had we wouldn't have pulled it out and seen the damage so yeah idiots.

loneranger

27th March 2017, 11:22 AM

The Puma centre dash is a bit of a fiddle to refit re lining up the vents but that is wrong😠😠. Idiots!!!
Can you tell us what the part number is?

They're saying they didn't remove the dash and won't replace it but will repair it. We're trying to work out the cost involved to determine if we want the muppets touching the car again or to wear it as a learning experience and never set foot in there again.

justinc

27th March 2017, 04:30 PM

Can you tell us what the part number is?

They're saying they didn't remove the dash and won't replace it but will repair it. We're trying to work out the cost involved to determine if we want the muppets touching the car again or to wear it as a learning experience and never set foot in there again.

I'll have to check in the morning ☺

Witchdoctor

27th March 2017, 06:44 PM

Installed a set of these blades on the D90.
Order them online on Friday arvo & picked them up from Post Office Tuesday, speedy!

Very easy to install & with all this wet weather around it was not long waiting to tests them, very impressed.

Cheers

Pocket Rocket

28th March 2017, 02:07 PM

I'll have to check in the morning ☺

No worries Justin I called them and it's a $1200 part. Also called consumer affairs who advised that under the law what they break they have to replace. So instead of dropping it off for 'fix' I'm taking it in for inspection. Then I guess it's up to the manager to decide how hard we have to fight but it's a biy hard to deny that they've taken things apart on the dash when we can hear loose bolts rattling around every time we go through a roundabout.

justinc

28th March 2017, 06:08 PM

What??? 😮. Thats more than i thought it could ever be. I'm sorry i didn't get a chance to look either😐

Jc

Pocket Rocket

28th March 2017, 07:21 PM

What??? 😮. Thats more than i thought it could ever be. I'm sorry i didn't get a chance to look either😐

Jc

Yep and I'm up for that at some point it appears as I just got steamrolled at the dealer. They are adamant that the dash didn't need to come out for the job of replacing the floor and were NOT going to come to the party. And in a super stressed state and on my own I ended up agreeing to their plastic weld fix [bawl][bawl][bawl]

And... I'm now driving a disco sport [bigsad]

loneranger

28th March 2017, 08:27 PM

What??? 😮. Thats more than i thought it could ever be. I'm sorry i didn't get a chance to look either😐

Jc
That's including dealer markup so probably significantly cheaper direct from the UK.

If anyone has instructions for refitting the dash can they post them or send them to me. Apparently I'll be refitting the dash and tightening up all the loose screws this weekend. 🤔

loneranger

28th March 2017, 08:30 PM

$500 -600 online although Land Rover no longer make them apparently.

justinc

28th March 2017, 08:51 PM

loneranger

28th March 2017, 09:35 PM

TBH I've had the dash undone and refitted in numerous Pumas and it takes an idiot to really stuff it up. They would have to be one of the simplest arrangements. Torx bit set in 1/4" drive mskes life very easy. Like i mentioned before the centre section can be a pain to line up the vents when refitting but that's about the worst of it.

Jc

I've had the centre section out of mine quite a few times and I can sort that bit out but I need to know the location of all of the screws so I can check they are tight as none of the ones I checked were.

Given the experience we have had over the last month I think they employ more than one idiot so its not surprising they stuffed it up. Although according to them they didn't take it out but they haven't actually asked the guy who worked on it if he did.

Toxic_Avenger

28th March 2017, 10:11 PM

I've had the centre section out of mine quite a few times and I can sort that bit out but I need to know the location of all of the screws so I can check they are tight as none of the ones I checked were.

Haven't done this job, but looking at the FSM, this should point you in the right direction:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/40.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/41.jpg

loneranger

28th March 2017, 10:16 PM

Haven't done this job, but looking at the FSM, this should point you in the right direction:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/40.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/03/41.jpg

Thanks TA. I'll sit there with a printout of this and cross them off as I work through them. :)

D9Oh..

30th March 2017, 03:07 PM

Update on the Upgrade..ExBox ready to go back in, managed to shoe horn the main fuse box, an auxiliary fuse box and the second battery management unit in there. Thanks to Daniel @ Expedition Centre for his guidance and quality products.

Now to fit in over the new Dynamat clad interior, am really hoping this stuff makes a difference to the road/engine noise.

Moving onto the gullwing doors next.

D9Oh..

Baytown

31st March 2017, 03:50 PM

Good job with the Dynamat Extreme. It makes a huge difference to both heat and noise, especially with DynaLiner over the top.
Ken

Baytown

1st April 2017, 08:10 PM

Cleaned, prepped and sound deadened my wheel arches with spray on sound deadener,
should lesson the impact of direct stone hits on the panels.

Dropped 110mm M8 Cap head bolts through my extended mirror arms bracket, drilled an 8mm hole through the plastic cap covering the base, and did it up some what with suitable washers spreading the clamping force and nylock nuts.
Now my mirrors are firm and it will take another Cyclone Debbie to blow them in on the road, but enough crush left in the cap to allow the arm to move inwards should I hit a branch or person etc. Happy with this mod, and the stainless hardware doesn't look out of place.
Pics tomorrow for anyone interested in this 2 min mod.

Oh, and some "bling" number plate frames. We'll see how long they last over corregations.

Baytown

2nd April 2017, 03:22 PM

I relocated my ARB TPMS (internal) to a dedicated power outlet on the right hand fuse box cover.
This way its easier to see due to being in direct line of site through the steering wheel. The illumination of these is nothing special.
I used a piggy back fuse from the fuse box, which is a neat and easy way to get ignition power.
I have a small VW torch which is designed to fit inside the cig lighter plug, so it's a neat place to keep portable lighting.
I have Terrafirma RVS wheels, so purchased a 22mm deep socket and 24 inch breaker bar which I attached via small 'Quick fists' to my right hand Gull Wing box for ease of access.
Also, here's a pic of the fix for the extension mirror arms from blowing in at highway speeds. Sorry about the upside down photo, ever since the site crash, I've not been able to post hosted photos.
Best wishes all.

Ken
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El Rey

5th April 2017, 02:48 PM

For anyone who doesn't visit the forum marketplace, Anaconda Camping is currently offering Dune 4WD Recovery Tracks reduced from $239 to $99 (for a pair) if you already have, or sign up for, their free store discount membership.
So maybe you can bolt some onto your Puma this weekend as your 'What did I do?'

Sale is now through Easter or until sold out.

Dune Recovery Tracks Black | Anaconda (https://www.anacondastores.com/camping-hiking/4wd/recovery/dune-recovery-tracks/p/BP90107273)

I'll be picking some up - will review.

cuppabillytea

6th April 2017, 07:00 PM

I fitted a GME TX3100 UHF into mine today. Thought I was clever mounting it on the Cubby Box, until I realised it would light up on the windscreen at night. Still,, not that much of a problem.

El Rey

6th April 2017, 09:59 PM

Very minor, but I bought a phone cradle - a Kenu Airframe +
Below are my impressions after a few days:

PROS

Seems solid and well made
More secure than I was expecting it to be. Feels like it will stand up to some shaking.
The gripper is rubbery not hard, so it grabs surfaces firmly
Price - bought off Ebay for under $30 and free delivery
Both my recharge and playback cables reach easily when it's mounted on center driver vent
Size adjustable - should fit most phones
Rotates 360 degrees if needed

CONS

I didn't realize until it arrived, but instructions say the vents should be off.
I don't know if cold air will bugger your phone but I've been using it with aircon on so far and no problems.
If buying off Ebay, beware of fakes that don't come in the box

Overall I was expecting this to be an inexpensive placeholder until I bought some big, chunky, you beaut mount - but if this one keeps going the way it is I'll be happy to keep using it.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/932.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/933.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/934.jpg

mike_beecham

7th April 2017, 08:07 AM

Hi All,
I had some HTE HD axles and flanges installed yesterday while the 130 was having its 80,000km service. All the slop in the driveline is gone. Has made such a big difference. I cant believe l have waited so long to install a set. Highly recommended.

Also had rear airbags installed. Very pleased with them also.

Thanks to Les Richmond Automotive. Great workshop.

Michael

Baytown

7th April 2017, 09:21 AM

Hi Michael.
Were they Air bag man bags?
'Do you mind if I ask the price for the airbags and axels?
I want this done as well.
Thanks.
Ken

mike_beecham

7th April 2017, 10:45 AM

Hi
Yep. Airbag Man. Link:LANDROVER DEFENDER 130 HD HP FIRESTONE COIL AIR BAG SUSPENSION SPRING ASSIST KIT | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/322299898771)

I went with the HD Sleeve also.

Axels were $800 from memory.

Definitely worth it.

Michael

DiscoMick

7th April 2017, 10:53 AM

Airbag Man bags have also been great in mine so far.

Baytown

7th April 2017, 11:29 AM

I've been sent their template to measure my coils etc so they can quote for a system.
I just need to get off my bum and under the truck with micrometer to measure the HD Kings springs.
MRA said their King springs and Terrafirma Pro Comp shocksgave my truck an 1 1/2 inch lift, so a bit abstract, hence their requiring measurements etc.
Thanks fellas.
Ken

weeds

7th April 2017, 11:41 AM

Also, here's a pic of the fix for the extension mirror arms from blowing in at highway speeds. Sorry about the upside down photo, ever since the site crash, I've not been able to post hosted photos.
Best wishes all.

Ken
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Ken, does the bolt mod make the mirror arms fixed I.e. not able to fold them in

Baytown

7th April 2017, 05:37 PM

Hi Weeds.
No mate. If the mirrors need to, they can still flex inwards via collapsing the plastic cup.
Win Win!

D90 orkney

7th April 2017, 08:40 PM

All the suspension done.

needed modifying of the front and rear shafts, higher mount rear brackets, front turret spacer, fuel filter moved, rear memeber on body cut back and re welded so top of shocker wouldn't hit it and front sway bar out. Feels more roll but nothing too bad. Also had their coils put in and that's also made a massive difference. Bit softer on the front. I think it's going to work really well.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/911.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/912.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/913.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/914.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/915.jpg

Baytown

8th April 2017, 04:51 PM

As my 110 has a moderate lift (about 1 1/2 inches or so) and I'm carrying more weight in the truck, I've replaced the factory bottle jack with an 8000kg bottle jack. Super Cheap have them on sale for around $68 at the moment.
The 8000kg unit has quite a few cms increased lift over the factory unit.
So, if you've lifted your truck or carry extra weight, you may want to consider this, and a base plate for soft ground.
I also have an exhaust jack which is great.
Ive never been a fan of high lift jacks, just not for me.
Ive also purchased 5 extra Terrafirma RVS wheel nuts from the UK to fit my RVS rims. Just in case I loose wheel nuts in the bush (which I've seen happen to others).
Little things that can catch you out.
Best wishes all.
Ken

manic

8th April 2017, 05:04 PM

Went to replace the plastic door lock surround that popped out and found this!

Its a weak spot for sure, the weight of the window reg on corrugations and pulling on the interior handle all give the spot a good workout.

Let this be a warning to those who like/have to pull in their puma doors for a hard slam!

The older defender doors had major corrosion issues with the aluminium skin, and in some areas the puma doors appear to be built tougher. Shame they made this section, right next to the door handle, **** weak!https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/883.jpg

Baytown

8th April 2017, 06:46 PM

Wow, that is pathetic!

Baytown

11th April 2017, 04:05 PM

In the middle a job I've been putting off for ages.
Insulating my ceiling in the 110.
I've done the rest of the truck which makes a huge difference to noise and heat.
Dynamat Extreme and Car Builders Acoustic liner panels.
I've just purchased three sheets of Car Builders Zero clearance thermal panel. Peel and stick and I'm looking forward to trailing it under the exhaust on the panels and on the fire wall if I can reach.
More to follow on that product.
Removing the Fir tree clips from the head lining is a mongrel of a job, even with suitable trim removal tools.
Tip for young players, ensure you have replacement fir tree clips as you'll destroy more than a few.
(Sorry about the sideways photos!)
Ken
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Toxic_Avenger

11th April 2017, 07:14 PM

Today I washed it ready for Melrose.
Hasn't been this clean since the dealer handed me the keys [wink11]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/704.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/705.jpg

Wallaby Ted

11th April 2017, 08:44 PM

I adjusted my steering stops so that I can now do a turn across 2 lanes rather than driving over the gutter.

Richard

D90 orkney

12th April 2017, 06:44 AM

cuppabillytea

12th April 2017, 07:05 AM

I'd better get the hose out. I'd forgotten I entered the show and shine.:whistling:

Chops

12th April 2017, 09:26 AM

I'd better get the hose out. I'd forgotten I entered the show and shine.:whistling:

What,,, there's "Show and Shine" for Defenders at Melrose???

I think I have always been too busy drinking Lattes [wink11]

cuppabillytea

12th April 2017, 09:35 AM

Ho Ho Bloody Ho. I'll buy some milk so I can make you one.
Be warned. I'll be sneaking up behind the Judges and nit picking the Discos to buggery.

DiscoMick

12th April 2017, 09:35 AM

I adjusted my steering stops so that I can now do a turn across 2 lanes rather than driving over the gutter.

Richard
Can that be done without causing problems? Mine has the turning circle of a cruise liner.

DiscoMick

12th April 2017, 09:36 AM

What,,, there's "Show and Shine" for Defenders at Melrose???

I think I have always been too busy drinking Lattes [wink11]
Have you tried turmeric lattes? The yellow is a bit off-putting.

Chops

12th April 2017, 09:39 AM

Umm no,, and I'm not sure if want to try that,, sounds somewhat strange [bighmmm]

Wallaby Ted

12th April 2017, 10:29 PM

I did it to my 85 county about 18 years ago and it doesn't seem to have caused any problems it is still running on the original cv's.

Can that be done without causing problems? Mine has the turning circle of a cruise liner.

Baytown

13th April 2017, 04:20 PM

Well, today I swallowed hard and demolished my right side of the engine plumbing so as to fit my BAS Silicone bottom hose.
Ive followed Mitch's' how to post on his thread which helped greatly.
I had bugger all room to wrangle the hose off at the Turbo end, so I cut it away which made life easier.
Jeez, you really get to note the poor sealing of the air intake plastic plumbing through to the air box.
Ill certainly be modding with the Nugget Stuff air box kit which I just purchased. I wouldn't trust the OEM plastic pipe to not let copious dust and water in, and you can tell by the residue in the air box.
Oh Yeah, the bottom intercooler hose mod is officially a mongrel of a job, certainly made easier in cooler weather!
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Tote

14th April 2017, 01:08 PM

Fitted my ZU mags with Hankook MTs this morning

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/04/656.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2017/05/869.jpg

Might have to wash it sometime over the weekend.....

Regards,
Tote

Pickles2

14th April 2017, 04:43 PM

Got Gracie, our Puma 90, serviced by ULR yesterday.
Pickles.

Baytown

15th April 2017, 02:14 PM

In my quest to keep the weight of my truck under some type of control, I've just purchased 30m of 10mm Dynema rope and Alloy hawser to replace the wire cable and roller fair lead on my Warn Magnum 10K winch.
Should be about a 15 - 20kg weight saving off the front end including the fairlead assemble, and obviously a lot easier to handle than the steel cable.
As Dynema doesn't like direct sun, Im going to fit some sort of Wet suit material over the exposed cable drum.
Pics to follow once I receive it all in the mail.
Have a great Easter everyone.
Ken

BigBlueOne

15th April 2017, 03:34 PM

120,000km in my 2012 Defender 90

Baytown

16th April 2017, 11:55 AM

Seeing as I've got the truck off the road while I wait for Nuggets Air intake kit (and a new set of BAS Silicone intercooler hoses, cut the wrong end didn't I😳) I thought I'd rip the rear wheels off and fit the disk shield stiffeners.
An easy job. I thought about giving them the Toxic Avenger treatment, but I'm the only one who lives here and I would have been ****ed at myself for cleaning and baking the shields in my own kitchen!
Happy Easter everyone.
P.S, this isn't how I fitted them!
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Baytown

16th April 2017, 03:24 PM

Not meaning to patronise anyone, but I just rotated the clutch housing on my Warn Magnum 10K Winch, due to the clutch lever interfering with my bash plate. Couldn't rotate it after fitting the new bash plate recently. (Thanks for the tip Toxic!)
Water dripped out of the supposedly sealed gear housing, approx a half cup or so.
I removed the gear housing and there's not much decent grease in there, and a moderate amount of surface rust.
So, I've filled the gear housing with copious high pressure, temp grease and will reassemble tomorrow.
Moral of this story, if you have a Warn Winch and it's been a while since you've repacked the grease and or inspected the gear cluster, it would probably be in your best interest to do so, so as to prevent failure when you need it.
I'll give mine a complete service in the not to distant future.
Hope this is of assistance to some one.
Ken

Baytown

17th April 2017, 02:45 PM

Well, my truck looks like I parked it overnight in a seedy part of town.
While I had the gear box off the winch, I pulled all the clusters out and cleaned and serviced them.
There was no way I was going to be able to get it back onto the winch drum while the bash plate was on, so I dropped that.
Then I remembered that I still needed to fit a couple of hard to reach bolts on my new grill, so spent half an hour trying to fit 2 bolts. Dam it would be nice to have access to a TA at these times.
Got that done, got the winch gear box back on, but my battery is playing up so on charge before I can unspool the winch and fit the Dynema and new hawser. (It pulled in past the roller a bit so difficult to unspool at present).
Ill seal around the various parts of the winch tomorrow with silastic, just to improve water tightness.
I might buy a Mud Stuff right hand wing safe and relocate the winch control box into that. That'll open the air flow to the intercooler/ radiator right up which is a plus.
That all and the relocation of the brake controller switch, I've had enough for the day.
Constructive though.

Ken

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18th April 2017, 11:38 AM

Easter weekend spent fitting the new gullwing doors by Frontrunner and lining the roof with Dynamat, is good to be able to start putting stuff back in. Roof lining went back in easy, and I remembered to get a bunch of the Fir-tree trim studs to replace the mangled ones I pulled out. Now to fit Dynamat and Dynaliner to the rear tub. I will complete the job with 3 packs of Dynaliner and I have covered almost every bit of white panel I can find..

Baytown

18th April 2017, 12:01 PM

You won't know your car after the Dynamat and Dynalyner. Great stuff.
Hows your sense of humour after removing the bonded windows? A mongrel of a job.
Ken

D9Oh..

18th April 2017, 01:16 PM

Hi Ken, yep, first one took all day of swearing, sweating and worrying about damaging the surrounding bodywork. Second one done before lunch the next day, so am getting faster at it. Thankfully I don't have to do this again (I hope,,). As for the sound insulation, even without the rear floor covered I can notice the difference, engine and tyre noise frequency seems to have dropped quite a bit, which is more pleasant than the constant whining of the MT tyres. Not sure it will ever be Range Rover quiet, just more comfortable would be nice.

Baytown

18th April 2017, 01:32 PM

I removed the wire cable and roller fair lead from my Warn Magnum 10K today and it's good to see that I reassembled the winch correctly with no gears or springs left over😉
For those who have wondered, 15kg weight saving by removing the winch wire (10kg) and heavy fairlead (5kg).
Ill refit the 30m of Dynema and solid aluminium billet hawse once they arrive.
Please excuse the state of the floor in the garage, it blew a gale here last night and there's leaves and rubbish everywhere.

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ninetubes

18th April 2017, 02:01 PM

took it for a trip along the holland track & woodlines track etc on the weekend.
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DiscoMick

18th April 2017, 03:45 PM

Nice pic.

El Rey

18th April 2017, 09:53 PM

Had the front and rear dashcams fitted, including a box that monitors the draw on your battery when in parking mode and will switch it off if needed.
Comes with an app for your phone and computer so which you can adjust settings remotely, view what the camera is seeing, download files etc.
They did a tidy job, the main issue being that there's not much on the rear door to hide the wire behind.

Hope I never need them
Interested to see how the units go and the adhesive holds on rough roads
From the outside I don't think 99% of people ould know they were there

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Front cam - now it's in I can decide where to put the GoVia tag

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Rear cam - nice and discreet

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El Rey

18th April 2017, 09:59 PM

Also here's a dodgy pic of the Drifta drawer with extra sleeping extension piece in and rear seats out.

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There's a 3" thick foam mattress from Clarke's Rubber that fits the 110 space almost perfectly - no modifications needed.
It folds into three sections in a few seconds for stowing too.

Will post a pic with the bed in tomorrow.

Baytown

19th April 2017, 01:54 PM

Seeing as the head lining is still out while I await my Dynamat Extreme to arrive to finish insulating the ceiling, I thought I'd take the opportunity to fit an interior light into the middle passenger area.
These lights are fantastic, so I now have one in each area of the cabin. Should be very bright now.
That, and purchase a Mud Stuff Heater vent diffuser. Channels the warm-hot air into the foot well, as opposed to your shin.
Now just to await the post from the Mother country.
Ken
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