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fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626	Rattling Back Door Hi guys, When driving along the road my back door sounds like its open. (RATTLING) i'v tried to slam it but still the same. All the bolts and screws seem secure As this is my first Defender im not too sure if this is normal for this vehicle any one else with this problem? Regards Karl NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
12th Mar 2009 5:56pm

MK Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: Santiago Posts: 2409	you can adjust the striker easily Puma 110" SW ............................................................. Earth first. Other planets later
12th Mar 2009 6:06pm

fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626	Sorry for sounding thick but whats the striker is it the lock NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
12th Mar 2009 6:08pm

Eduardo Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: Región Metropolitana Posts: 2109

Fekete, I have the same problem (before the problem with the wheel carrier). Appears to be that the play provided in the lock is not enough to get a good adjustment. My back door have at least 3/4 inch of separation with the back panels in the top and is well adjusted in the bottom. In my case I believe that the unsupport upper part of the door caising a rattle. Cheers! Eduardo MY 2007 110 SW PUMA 2.4: Big Fog of 64' MY 1994 Jayco 1207 Folding camper: "El Tremendo" Click image to enlarge

12th Mar 2009 6:20pm

MK Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: Santiago Posts: 2409	If the adjustment is not enough, then you need to enlarge the holes in order to move the lock further in Puma 110" SW ............................................................. Earth first. Other planets later
12th Mar 2009 6:37pm

fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626

MK Thanks, Ed, The rattle does seem to be because of the top of the door out, Mine must be 1/2 inch at the top and is like your's well adjusted at bottom it's really getting on my nerves i keep looking round to see if the door is open i thought that someone had tried to bend it open at first but looks like just another Defender problem. Thanks again Karl NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY

12th Mar 2009 6:51pm

fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626	MK Ill try tomorrow see how i go cheers bud  NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
12th Mar 2009 6:55pm

MK Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: Santiago Posts: 2409	You should be able to check it when drivng. Have a look and if you see light (during the day ) coming between the seal and door frame, then you need to adjust it. If not possible, then take it to the stealer Puma 110" SW ............................................................. Earth first. Other planets later
12th Mar 2009 6:58pm

fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626	NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
12th Mar 2009 6:59pm

Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6295

I had to adjust the keep on mine to prevent rattle however things seem to have 'moved' from the door shutting / opening and being 'perfect' to now not opening so well. The door seems to 'drag' on the keep when you try and open the door. Previously the door kinda popped open and now you need to pull it out over the keep. Its as though the keep is slightly higher than it should be? From memory the keep only adjusts in/out and not up/down. The door fit appears 'perfect' so not sure what the best option is?

16th Mar 2009 11:14am

mse Member Since: 06 Apr 2008 Location: UK Posts: 5034	Take it to the dealer...say it rattles and pick it up when it doesnt  Mike Last edited by mse on 17th Mar 2009 6:25pm. Edited 1 time in total
16th Mar 2009 5:32pm

Happyoldgit Member Since: 14 Sep 2007 Location: Norfolk Posts: 3471	Nature of the beast - a Defender that does not have a rattle somewhere is a rare beast indeed.
17th Mar 2009 6:13pm

fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626	Thanks for the help guys off to the dealer then see what thay can do. NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY
17th Mar 2009 7:17pm

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