Hi All,
I purchased my 2nd Puma back in June 2015 and since purchasing it, I have done the following (unfortunately not documented though):
So - questions:
1. On the MOT this time it states that the coil springs and shockers are corroding (advisories) and I am looking at replacing them with Bilstein B3 springs (£120 full set) and shocks. Recommendations please?!
Update: Purchased GMax suspension (shocks/springs) from PumaBuild for £215. Separately purchased the top mounts and spring vibration dampers.
2. Should I / do you think it is worth replacing all of the bushes (Flo-Flex) at the same time?
Update: Purchased PSB bushes for the rear beam and FloFlex for the wishbones and anti-roll bar. Also purchased new anti-roll bar links / track rod ends and tie bars.
3. I am upgrading the ICE Head Unit with the X-Trons single din (reversing camera model) - I have all the parts (just waiting on the camera) - what is the best position for the camera and as a wired camera - is it wise to run the cable down the l/h or r/h side of the car?
Update: Purchased an Xtrons D302 headunit and Xtrons reversing camera and mounted the camera above the number plate. With some discreet drilling / rubber grommets / cabling (ran cable down LH side of car - camera looks like it has been there forever.
4. I have a grating noise coming from the steering wheel at low speed. I have taken the cowling off in the past and wd40 it but it has come back - can I use spray grease or what is recommended?
Update: Sorted - courtesy of ProjectPuma.
5. The door cards are rattling - I have fitted all new clips when I changed the door cards over. However are there any tips that would help reduce the rattle (new design of clips; clips from a different car maybe; soundproofing, etc)?
Update: Purchased off eBay some Puma trim clips (all in ones) and when pushed home they lock tight. I have also soundproofed the doors with SilentCoat bitumen and 30mm acoustic foam.
Many thanks in advance for any help.
regards,
Aml.
I purchased my 2nd Puma back in June 2015 and since purchasing it, I have done the following (unfortunately not documented though):
Purchased the full leather interior plus door cards from a scrap yard and fitted;
Soundproofed the entire car using bitumen backed soundproofing (eBay - full kit - £50);
Sorted the passenger foot-well water ingress (Isopon liquid rubber is amazing);
Rebuilt the engine as previous owner had fitted a s/h vvti pulley which was leaking oil;
Sorted the rear wheel arches including completely rust proofing the underside of the car as well;
Fitted new front and rear speakers;
Sorted (via auto electrician) the seat belt pre-tensioner light (would not go out and failed MOT on it);
Replaced headlight & sidelight bulbs with new whiter, brighter bulbs and cleaned headlamps;
So - questions:
1. On the MOT this time it states that the coil springs and shockers are corroding (advisories) and I am looking at replacing them with Bilstein B3 springs (£120 full set) and shocks. Recommendations please?!
Update: Purchased GMax suspension (shocks/springs) from PumaBuild for £215. Separately purchased the top mounts and spring vibration dampers.
2. Should I / do you think it is worth replacing all of the bushes (Flo-Flex) at the same time?
Update: Purchased PSB bushes for the rear beam and FloFlex for the wishbones and anti-roll bar. Also purchased new anti-roll bar links / track rod ends and tie bars.
3. I am upgrading the ICE Head Unit with the X-Trons single din (reversing camera model) - I have all the parts (just waiting on the camera) - what is the best position for the camera and as a wired camera - is it wise to run the cable down the l/h or r/h side of the car?
Update: Purchased an Xtrons D302 headunit and Xtrons reversing camera and mounted the camera above the number plate. With some discreet drilling / rubber grommets / cabling (ran cable down LH side of car - camera looks like it has been there forever.
4. I have a grating noise coming from the steering wheel at low speed. I have taken the cowling off in the past and wd40 it but it has come back - can I use spray grease or what is recommended?
Update: Sorted - courtesy of ProjectPuma.
5. The door cards are rattling - I have fitted all new clips when I changed the door cards over. However are there any tips that would help reduce the rattle (new design of clips; clips from a different car maybe; soundproofing, etc)?
Update: Purchased off eBay some Puma trim clips (all in ones) and when pushed home they lock tight. I have also soundproofed the doors with SilentCoat bitumen and 30mm acoustic foam.
Many thanks in advance for any help.
regards,
Aml.