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 advice on a starting problem... |
Markh
 5th May 2012 11:21am
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 3 · Views: 1958 · Subject: advice on a starting problem... |
Thanks Dave sound advice
One question, what benefit did you see from mapping out your EGR? is it just to remove the pain of it failing or have you seen some performance / fuel econ benefit? |
| advice on a starting problem... |
Markh
5th May 2012 10:18am
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 3 · Views: 1958 · Subject: advice on a starting problem... |
I've a two year old puma, 40k miles no major problems so far at all
Last few weeks having intermittent problems starting (again). First time in a morning (normally) starts first time everytime. But ... |
| EGR blanking |
Markh
14th Apr 2012 1:38pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 25 · Views: 15193 · Subject: EGR blanking |
| This might seem a very basic question but what advantages are seen by blanking the EGR whatever method is used? is it about performance or MPG or something else? would appreciate understanding for tho ... |
| The basics of wading |
Markh
18th Sep 2011 8:17pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 22 · Views: 20823 · Subject: The basics of wading |
Thanks for that Steve,
Take it then if you stick to 500mm then plugs / breathers etc are not needed? |
| The basics of wading |
Markh
18th Sep 2011 7:25pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 22 · Views: 20823 · Subject: The basics of wading |
Read alot about wading in a defender, seen clips but it's something I've never done.
Things I've read talk about wading plugs, breathers etc. I'd never want to do anything extreme but I'd like to k ... |
| Stereo upgrade |
Markh
31st Jul 2011 1:26pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 58 · Views: 48148 · Subject: Stereo upgrade |
| Have my remote in the same place, have a JVC headunit connects to my iPhone via Bluetooth for the music, I agree can depend on the track for quality, some of the bit rates vary. |
| Stereo upgrade |
Markh
31st Jul 2011 9:21am
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 58 · Views: 48148 · Subject: Stereo upgrade |
| Mines the Alpine SWE 1000, comes with everything you need, bracket even allows easy securing to the cubby box. All the cabling sat under the box out the way |
| Stereo upgrade |
Markh
30th Jul 2011 7:01pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 58 · Views: 48148 · Subject: Stereo upgrade |
| Making new mounts out of MDF was easy, created a cardboard template, jig saw and some glue and all done. Once I get the carpet on it hopefully will look like it's ment to be there |
| Stereo upgrade |
Markh
30th Jul 2011 5:18pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 58 · Views: 48148 · Subject: Stereo upgrade |
| Rear speakers are a great improvement over the original pair. I ran with them for a couple of weeks before I fitted the sub but it's the sub that really makes the difference. Highly recommend fitting ... |
| Stereo upgrade |
Markh
30th Jul 2011 10:44am
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 58 · Views: 48148 · Subject: Stereo upgrade |
I've finally got round to upgrading my speaker system!
replaced the head unit a while ago but now added my sub woofer
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/11144/normal_IMG_1712.JPG
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| Mud flap mounting |
Markh
6th Apr 2011 9:52pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 63 · Views: 37384 · Subject: Mud flap mounting |
| My rear offside broke loose, identical to previous post pictures, sheared at the panel, 110 9 months old 14k miles. Took it to the dealer (assuming) obvious warrantee fix .... to be fair dealer was gr ... |
| not quite the same as theft prevention..... |
Markh
4th Feb 2011 8:39pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 116 · Views: 51257 · Subject: not quite the same as theft prevention..... |
| Please could you PM me too, my brother in law got his 110 knicked off his drive this morning, broad daylight whilst my sister was taking the kids to school, b&@&rds! Something (wiring?) cut of ... |
| Installing tweeters in dashboard 2010 defender |
Markh
10th Jan 2011 9:45pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 22 · Views: 26055 · Subject: Installing tweeters in dashboard 2010 defender |
| Many thanks TC, great comments ... mine due soon, will let you know how I get on! |
| Have you experienced a reliable Puma? |
Markh
8th Jan 2011 7:02pm
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Forum: Puma (Tdci) · Replies: 100 · Views: 51037 · Subject: Have you experienced a reliable Puma? |
| 16,000 miles, 8 months old, minor issues only, reversing light intermittent on/off, few water leak problems in front foot wells but nothing major - no mechanical problems at all ... just had her in to ... |
| Installing tweeters in dashboard 2010 defender |
Markh
8th Jan 2011 10:16am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 22 · Views: 26055 · Subject: Installing tweeters in dashboard 2010 defender |
| Fitted a pair of tweeters (Hertz - cost me €30), conected them from the speakers and fitted with hot glue under the existing lid - can't see that they're there. and the improvement in the sound is hug ... |
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