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doublea



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So, can I fit a "proper" aluminium bonnet to my puma? I prefer the td5 bonnet rather than the "bulge".
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Laurie



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jst wrote:
Mountain_man wrote:
Can't understand the fascination with them myself. Look completely naff if you ask me. Understand why they have them on the Puma but why anyone would choose to fit one to any other model is beyond me. But Heyho, evryone to their own... Wink


^^^ exactly

Agreed. 
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blackwolf



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doublea wrote:
So, can I fit a "proper" aluminium bonnet to my puma? I prefer the td5 bonnet rather than the "bulge".


Only if you cut a big hole in it to clear the top of the engine. Then you'd have to fabricate a bulge to cover the hole!
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Borro



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I've always been interested in the RDX bonnet: has anybody a photo of it installed on a "standard" Land?
For standard i mean without a Wrangler look Laughing Laughing Twisted Evil "Porthos" Defender 90 td4 santorini black - Winter is Coming
Post #225641 8th Apr 2013 11:11pm
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GUM97



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Borro wrote:
I've always been interested in the RDX bonnet: has anybody a photo of it installed on a "standard" Land?
For standard i mean without a Wrangler look Laughing Laughing Twisted Evil

There's a pic halfway down this thread..
http://defender2.net/forum/topic15717.html?highlight=rdx+bonnet An engine to TDi for!
"Land Rover- Proudly turning drivers into mechanics since 1948"
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party monkey



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You do get to see a fair few Tdi/Td5 'suspect' LR's on Ebay complete with a new bulgy bonnet and there are a good few sellers of both Puma bonnets and doors it seems too.

K9F wrote:
Party Monkey has a hand in reporting dodgy E-Bay deals as part of Landywatch but I am unaware currently of any feedback from such reporting?


Indeedy, and any that are spotted tend to be either PM'd to me or posted on LandyWatch and then in turn sent over to AVCIS for them to consider and act. Folks can either send any they spot directly to plod on the following email address or PM them to me and I can forward.


(non clicky to avoid spamming)

Main issue seems to be that AVCIS either don't act or if they do, don't give any decent feedback so that we are encouraged to keep reporting. This may have something to do with a recent cut in numbers in their rural crime division.... I have given them a couple of recent chasers for some general feedback but to date, nothing.... clearly frustrating for all Mad Jon - 110 td5 [sold]. Currently Defenderless.
Post #225727 9th Apr 2013 9:27am
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borderterrier



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No demand, no need to nick them from folk - simple
Post #225732 9th Apr 2013 9:32am
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Borro



Member Since: 22 Jul 2012
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GUM97 wrote:
Borro wrote:
I've always been interested in the RDX bonnet: has anybody a photo of it installed on a "standard" Land?
For standard i mean without a Wrangler look Laughing Laughing Twisted Evil

There's a pic halfway down this thread..
http://defender2.net/forum/topic15717.html?highlight=rdx+bonnet

Thank you Gum Very Happy
In my country the "old school landers" use to say that the Puma bonnet makes it look more like a car and less like a 4x4; this bonnet makes it look like an "offroad muscle car".. I like it Thumbs Up "Porthos" Defender 90 td4 santorini black - Winter is Coming
Post #225757 9th Apr 2013 10:21am
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Happyoldgit



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That's the thing, a lot of it is all about 'looks' and probably does more for the ego of the owner than impress anyone else. The tart 'em up Defender accessory market is a relatively recent phenomenon, those of us old enough to have actually been driving Series, 110's and 90's years ago instead of having boyhood wet dreams about them will recall when the various varieties of imported white spoke wheels, bullbars and other trinkets started trickling onto the market mostly inspired by things that had been going on in the U.S. & Oz for years.

As I say the trend to turn what is a basic utility and agricultural based vehicle into a lifestyle, trendy thing is pretty recent. Steve.
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K9F



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From an old thread......

K9F wrote:
For those that are old enough to remember the same happened when they bought out the Mk 2 Ford Capri as it too had a 'power bulge' and was an attractive tea-leaf target!


The 'power bulge' as I see it has functionality over form and as such the aesthetics make it attractive to others. This is nobody's fault. The demand is there through 'default and development.'

Maybe this is 'one for Kelly' to suggest making the next generation of Defender so pig ugly or so bland and even more box-like than it already is that nobody would be interested in stealing any of the parts for piece-part spares.

The fact it's been around for so long and so many have been sold makes it an attractive target for thieves stealing and/or the taking of spares. I can't see the situation getting any better soon can anyone else? If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

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josh_a_miller



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Dave-H wrote:
Mountain_man wrote:
Can't understand the fascination with them myself. Look completely naff if you ask me. Understand why they have them on the Puma but why anyone would choose to fit one to any other model is beyond me. But Heyho, evryone to their own... Wink


Agreed .. if i could replace mine with the earlier 'flat' version i would Neutral

That 'hump' makes it a Censored to shoot the rifle from Rolling Eyes



Want to swap?? Il get it sprayed up for you Smile 1988 Defender 110 County 300tdi


Chancer
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josh_a_miller



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custom90steve wrote:
kingofthesparks wrote:
Wasn't condoning it.

I know but there always is that risk. Unfortunately. Neutral

FlatDogUK bonnet
OR

RDX bonnet from BoB
Both options worth looking at maybe. I quite like the look of the RDX in some ways but not in others. Confused



Cheers for the suggestion Dude, just fancy putting on a genuine one Thumbs Up 1988 Defender 110 County 300tdi


Chancer
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josh_a_miller



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custom90steve wrote:
kingofthesparks wrote:
Wasn't condoning it.

I know but there always is that risk. Unfortunately. Neutral

FlatDogUK bonnet
OR

RDX bonnet from BoB
Both options worth looking at maybe. I quite like the look of the RDX in some ways but not in others. Confused



Cheers for the suggestion Dude, just fancy putting on a genuine one Thumbs Up 1988 Defender 110 County 300tdi


Chancer
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josh_a_miller



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Haha, got all excited when I saw 3 pages of replies to a wanted ad, I did get a few useful comments and suggestions but otherwise a bunch of people saying how they prefer old ones!..... tbh I couldn't give a F*@K, I like the newer ones. So moan elsewhere Rolling with laughter

And FYI you can buy security bonnet hinges for your defender. Thumbs Up

So....... has anyone on here got one for sale or know for someone with one available?

Thanks. 1988 Defender 110 County 300tdi


Chancer
Post #225856 9th Apr 2013 5:30pm
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custom90



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Probably not so far or you'd have had one offered. Give it time though.
I suppose this one:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2009-Land-Rover-...53f57582b7
Would be a bit to far gone. Shocked Shocked KEEP CALM AND Drill ON
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