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sconie



Member Since: 10 Jan 2020
Location: Paisley
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Cup holder tray removal puma?
Hi all, I'm awaiting a chubby cubby upgrade and trying to remove the old flat cup holder tray today. The front two screws come out no worries but the rear two are just spinning!
Do I need to get under the vehicle transmission area to remove the nuts?
Post #815416 16th Feb 2020 1:49pm
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gilarion



Member Since: 05 Dec 2013
Location: Wales
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Wales 2007 Defender 90 Other CSW Trident Green
Might have used nylocks I did on mine. So yes underneath is the only option if the previous owner used similar. For those who like Welsh Mountains and narrow boats have a look at my videos and photos at..

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Post #815417 16th Feb 2020 1:57pm
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blackwolf



Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
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United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Stornoway Grey
Most likely the threaded inserts in the seatbox are spinning.
Post #815420 16th Feb 2020 2:12pm
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Nevillerover



Member Since: 14 Feb 2015
Location: Suffolk
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United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Sumatra Black
For some reason, the screws are 10x longer than necessary so they rust and then spin the inserts on the way out.
I managed to dig a sharp tool into the insert flange and with a bit of struggling, got em out. I then re-tightened them with a riv-nut tool and copper slipped the screws for next time.
A better method is to get the missus underneath to hold the riv-nuts or whatever insert with mole grips. This method is particularly useful if it’s raining.
Post #815547 16th Feb 2020 8:36pm
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