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Message |
 5th wheel defender |
custom90
 17th May 2024 9:17pm
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Forum: Pictures & Video · Replies: 3 · Views: 112 · Subject: 5th wheel defender |
That’s really interesting. 
I wonder what the permitted weights are, I expect the 5th wheel hitch is higher nose weight than a ball and hitch set up.
Isn’t LR towing weight Approx u ... |
| 2009 2.4 TDCi ECU not communicating |
custom90
17th May 2024 5:30pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 8 · Views: 168 · Subject: 2009 2.4 TDCi ECU not communicating |
I would not be surprised if this isn’t a ground fault, especially if it is faults on multiple circuits but fuses and connections seem in-tact.
You can then get voltage leakage through various circu ... |
| Dripping on the new brick driveway |
custom90
17th May 2024 1:14pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 6 · Views: 206 · Subject: Dripping on the new brick driveway |
It’s likely the water pump it’s self, but yes, new gaskets are a must in my opinion anyway.
I would not assume it’s just a gasket, as you’ll put it all back and get a leak again.
I found itâ ... |
| Thrown a curve ball |
custom90
16th May 2024 8:26pm
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Forum: General & Technical (L663) · Replies: 15 · Views: 931 · Subject: Thrown a curve ball |
J77 - I think a lot of us would like more than one, but would we be able to maintain them so regularly? 
If money was no object I’d quite like an American offering, but they are big and a pa ... |
| Looking for advice on getting rid of slugs from steading |
custom90
16th May 2024 6:36pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 12 · Views: 425 · Subject: Looking for advice on getting rid of slugs from steading |
Nematode natural control
https://www.gardening-naturally.com/slug-nematodes
(Somewhere else, might have some stock).
Possibly worth looking at.
Other than that a disposable glove, pick them up, pu ... |
| Thrown a curve ball |
custom90
16th May 2024 6:30pm
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Forum: General & Technical (L663) · Replies: 15 · Views: 931 · Subject: Thrown a curve ball |
I agree with BrickBox generally.
The only thing I think the new one might be more suitable for is if you do significant regular long distance motorway miles.
Ultimately the choice is yours, I like t ... |
| Front wipers stopped working |
custom90
15th May 2024 3:34pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 16 · Views: 593 · Subject: Front wipers stopped working |
And very well, and articulately explained too Blackwolf.
I’m glad I did mine last year, and not this year.
They are working A1 now, nice and quiet too.  |
| Front wipers stopped working |
custom90
15th May 2024 3:23pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 16 · Views: 593 · Subject: Front wipers stopped working |
Definitely, and you can guarantee that it will be before an autumn MOT for example just to spice the situation up. 
Oh and probably raining as well for a few weeks at that time of year. :lol ... |
| What’s the highest mileage you have seen on a 130. |
custom90
15th May 2024 10:00am
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Forum: 130 · Replies: 9 · Views: 358 · Subject: What’s the highest mileage you have seen on a 130. |
| Considering a lot of cars out there are often scrapped Approx 100k or just less, the life is excellent. |
| 110 Utility Suspension Tweaks |
custom90
13th May 2024 8:06pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 9 · Views: 392 · Subject: 110 Utility Suspension Tweaks |
Check the tyres aren’t over inflated without load, and also what bushes are fitted?
If they are Poly, then they might be your problem.
I tried them, went back to Genuine rubber.
Though mine is ... |
| Clutch change. |
custom90
13th May 2024 3:09pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 11 · Views: 503 · Subject: Clutch change. |
I wouldn’t change the crank seal unless it is leaking, they can be problematic.
But they are best left alone I think unless they are leaking. |
| Fuse box dramas |
custom90
13th May 2024 9:58am
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Forum: In Car Electronics · Replies: 3 · Views: 178 · Subject: Fuse box dramas |
A poor ground is possible, it can cause all sorts to happen.
Especially check the main ones. |
| Accident |
custom90
12th May 2024 10:06pm
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Forum: A-Plan Insurance · Replies: 13 · Views: 1768 · Subject: Accident |
>This.< article makes for interesting reading.
You’ll often notice it is smaller cars as well, not even worth the costings applied. |
| Garage recommendations in the South East |
custom90
12th May 2024 6:45pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 229 · Subject: Garage recommendations in the South East |
CSK Automotive
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| MAF Error and limp mode |
custom90
12th May 2024 4:43pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 17 · Views: 514 · Subject: MAF Error and limp mode |
Wise words from Martin. I think a lot of people see MAF on a fault code and immediately order a new one.
Yes, the EGR can cause the nuisance, phantom MAF codes as well, where the MAF is in full worki ... |
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