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Pob



Member Since: 23 Jan 2009
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 HT Rimini Red
Right I am ashamed to say this but I was trying to fit it incorrectly Embarassed

I was fitting the brackets on the outside of the chassis rails instead of the inside - doh

I can't believe I did not try it that way.

Mystery solved

Thanks for all your advice and input.


I will go and hide now Rolling with laughter 110 Hard top
Post #18567 18th Nov 2009 8:05pm
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bob neville



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I think most us of have done something like that at one time or another but most of us don't admit to it !!

At least you are all sorted now - well done.

Bob
Post #18588 19th Nov 2009 8:43am
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alantd



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United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Tonga Green
Yup - wasted a good hour swearing at my guard when I got it.

Stomped off for a cup of tea and when I came back to the car it was suddenly obvious Embarassed

Should have thought to mention it. Sorry One that started out as a 2.4 TDCi 110 XS
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Post #18619 19th Nov 2009 2:01pm
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SJM



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2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Stornoway Grey
Interesting this as I'm about to order a steering guard for my 90 (Puma). Any comments on the pro's/ con's of one brand over the other? I've pretty much decided on either a Devon 4x4 or Rebel 4x4. Are there any possible warranty issues for not fitting official LR part? E.g., could it affect engine cooling etc? Dumb questino perhaps, but I'd rather check... Whistle
Post #28145 26th Mar 2010 4:46pm
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mse



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If you get one with vents in...it will be no worse than the solid plate ones from LR.

There shouldnt be any warranty issues. Mike
Post #28147 26th Mar 2010 4:58pm
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RED-DOT



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I fitted a Mantec guard to my 2004 Discovery 2 and it was the worst job to do and the front end had to come off including spotlights and bar and front bumper, washers and loom... adds no value either. 2008 RS4 gone, 123d M Sport, and a Puma 90 XS..
Post #28150 26th Mar 2010 5:17pm
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discocuzzy



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So what relevance has that to someone looking for s Defender steering guard then??? You cannot teach stupid people to do clever things
Post #28153 26th Mar 2010 5:33pm
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Sonic3d



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As much use as a chocolate tea pot or tits on a bull Rolling with laughter Rolling with laughter
Post #28157 26th Mar 2010 6:19pm
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RED-DOT



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Oh dear... is your tax return late again? The relevance is a Defender steering guard is a doddle in comparison to other vehicles, so much so you can do it in half the time.
Sorry if i mentioned another make of vehicle, at least it was a Land Rover though!!! 2008 RS4 gone, 123d M Sport, and a Puma 90 XS..
Post #28172 26th Mar 2010 7:38pm
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munsterlandy



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off topic i apologise
evening all

discocuzzy any chance of a pm please Thumbs Up

red-dot i must say (even being a relative newbie here) that you have a penchant for .............? can't quite put my finger on the correct phrase Confused

Idea oh i have one but not that I could translate so that all could understand. oh maybe grockle could as an honourary corkman. you seem like quite the l.a.n.g.e.r sometimes! Shocked though don't know you so may be doing a dis-service. Whistle

be happy man...pleeeeeease. Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy
Post #28194 26th Mar 2010 11:16pm
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fekete



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Now your asking to much Evil or Very Mad come on this is . NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
Post #28195 26th Mar 2010 11:21pm
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munsterlandy



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ya sorry you're spot-on ...





time to hit the hay as on safety and handling course all day tomorrow Yawn Yawn Yawn Yawn
Post #28196 26th Mar 2010 11:29pm
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AndrewS



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Red Dot. To be fair you did not make your post very clear did you Rolling Eyes the lads made a few.... er snide remarks in jest to your vague post Thumbs Up You then returned with a damming response referencing 'An Other' vehicle making out that the previous remarks were pro Defender presumably trying to belittle the posters. I know that both Sonic and Discocuzzy both have owned Discoverys and believe me they have no issues with 'An Other' make of vehicle as you call it.

Perhaps you should read your first post and re-think your response. I have read and re read your first post and I can not see any relevance to a Defender in your comment.

I fitted a Mantec guard to my 2004 Discovery 2 and it was the worst job to do and the front end had to come off including spotlights and bar and front bumper, washers and loom... adds no value either.  130's have feeling's as well you know Smile
Post #28198 27th Mar 2010 12:16am
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SJM



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Cripes! Shocked

Ok, I'll def give the Discovery Steering Guard a miss then Wink I'm only playing Laughing
I need to fit one as it's been recommended by the event organiser, so not looking to gain value etc.. To be honest, I don't think many accessories really add value - I'm just looking to save the risk of losing money if the steering gets a whack...

So any views re Devon or Rebel? Or makes no difference? Both equally easy to fit for a spanner-numpty like me?
Post #28241 27th Mar 2010 3:08pm
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discocuzzy



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All a piece of cake mate Thumbs Up You cannot teach stupid people to do clever things
Post #28257 27th Mar 2010 11:02pm
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