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| Happyoldgit Member Since: 14 Sep 2007 Location: Norfolk Posts: 3471   
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My first Puma was a 110 XS CSW and was one of the early ones purchased new in 2007. The vehicle proved reliable in the three years I owned it but had to go back to the dealers several times for issues such as clutch, rust, the usual water ingress etc. When the warranty expired and MOT's started I chopped that one in for a new 110 XS USW which again has proved reliable, has again got the usual rusty bits and water ingress etc may be up for replacement early next year depending on how I feel after testing a Ranger.
Both Pumas were rustproofed very early on so the main parts like chassis bulkhead kept fine but finish on external bolt ons like side & rear steps, bumper, headlamp rims, intercooler grille, mudflap brackets, hinge screws etc all suffrered to a greater of lesser degree. Reliability wise the Pumas have been no better or worse than any of the many previous 90, 110, 88, 109 etc I've had over the years, but they are easier to live with in terms of day to day driving. I personally don't find the water based paints used now are as durable, the finish of bolt on bits is worse and the overall quality control remains as bad as ever. Get a good one and you are ok but get a bad one and you are forever back at the dealers - a bit like any other vehicle really. Steve. Owned numerous Land Rover vehicles of all shapes and sizes over the decades. Current Defender: A non tarts hand-bagged Puma 110 XS USW. [Insert something impressive here such as extensive list of previous Land Rovers or examples of your prestigeous and expensive items, trinkets, houses, bikes, vehicles etc] http://forums.lr4x4.com I used to be Miserable ...but now I'm ecstatic. |
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25th Sep 2012 8:46am |
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| iruffell Member Since: 03 Sep 2010 Location: Marlow, Buckinghamshire Posts: 343 
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Had my 110 XS SW for 3 1/2 years and 23k miles now, had all the usual bits done under warranty (clutch, both screens, door seals, brake vacuum pump, cracked turbo pipe), I'm hoping now it will be as good as my previous 1999 90 which I had until 90k miles with only a rear hub being replaced in that time.
I would change it for a D4 but just can't justify the extra money and depreciation. |
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25th Sep 2012 11:03am |
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| RobKeay Member Since: 19 Jul 2009 Location: Stafford Posts: 1588
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On my third one just change them when I get a good deal.
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25th Sep 2012 1:46pm |
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| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731  
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x2 Tell someone you love them today because life is short. But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
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25th Sep 2012 3:03pm |
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| BigWheels Member Since: 21 Mar 2010 Location: Somerset Posts: 1405 
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What proportion 2 stroke to Derv? Was the 2 stroke synthetic, mineral, or part each mixture? Also do you have shares in Silkolene?  Land Rover Defenders. 67 years heritage, minimal appearance changes, still going strong all over the world. Not a fashion vehicle, but fashionable to own. Made for the needy, not the greedy. Ta ta Defender |
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25th Sep 2012 8:40pm |
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| kingofthesparks Member Since: 06 Jan 2011 Location: Very close to Watford gap services , northants Posts: 987 
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Mineral only as synthetic wont burn properly and will clog everything , 600 ml per tank full
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25th Sep 2012 9:03pm |
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| bm52 Member Since: 04 Apr 2010 Location: Kent Posts: 2189 
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do you use JASO FB or FC.
I have been using in various strengths Castrol 2T FC. About 250ml in a 90 tank. BM52 |
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25th Sep 2012 9:32pm |
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| Welshsurferdude Member Since: 23 Feb 2012 Location: Newport Posts: 2430 
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even that beats my 2008 sprinter on 310k! what did you use it for? how much are you selling it for?  2008 Santorini Black 110 XS USW (Sold)
2015 Discovery 4.5 Black pack Firenze red XS 2008 Corris Grey 110 XS USW (sold) 2011 Santorini Black 110 XS USW (Sold) |
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25th Sep 2012 9:36pm |
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| kingofthesparks Member Since: 06 Jan 2011 Location: Very close to Watford gap services , northants Posts: 987
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25th Sep 2012 9:37pm |
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| bm52 Member Since: 04 Apr 2010 Location: Kent Posts: 2189
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Thank you BM52
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25th Sep 2012 9:46pm |
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| chadjizz Member Since: 25 Apr 2012 Location: sussex Posts: 559  
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 sorry am i being really dumb, what advantage does this give, is it mixed in with a tank of diesel or a normal 2stroke petrol mix....?  |
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26th Sep 2012 3:31pm |
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| BigWheels Member Since: 21 Mar 2010 Location: Somerset Posts: 1405
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What I've been told for 2S on chain saws etc. Mineral best. Ditto for chain lube. Land Rover Defenders. 67 years heritage, minimal appearance changes, still going strong all over the world. Not a fashion vehicle, but fashionable to own. Made for the needy, not the greedy. Ta ta Defender |
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26th Sep 2012 8:25pm |
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| DavidITGuru Member Since: 15 Aug 2011 Location: London Posts: 99 
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I'm on my second this year. The Swiss wouldn't let me import my 2.4 in January as it was only Euro4. So I sold it and bought a 2.2 which I love. Plan to keep it for a very long time even though the missus HATES it.
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27th Sep 2012 4:06pm |
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| ericvv Member Since: 02 Jun 2011 Location: Near the Jet d'Eau Posts: 5816  
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X2  But the missus accepts that I love it dearly 
Main complaint being that a few times last winter she and my daughter were in the back seat, and their feet were freezing solid. We are not there yet, but winter is closing in slowly... You never actually own a Defender. You merely look after it for the next generation.
http://youtu.be/yVRlSsJwD0o https://youtu.be/vmPr3oTHndg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GtzTT9Pdl0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABqKPz28e6A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLZ49Jce_n0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvAsz_ilQYU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8tMHiX9lSw https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dxwjPuHIV7I https://vimeo.com/201482507 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSixqL0iyHw |
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27th Sep 2012 4:19pm |
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