Puma Black - Project Thread
#241
Posted 07 June 2010 - 11:31 AM
Regarding the keys, I will have a look at what I have left. Jag X-/S-Type key is definately the best starting point. Will let you know when I have been through my stash!
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#242
Posted 07 June 2010 - 06:15 PM
I will still be using it for a little while, but at least it's future is now decided, and someone will get some benefit from all of the relatively new consumables!
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#243
Posted 07 June 2010 - 09:03 PM
#244
Posted 07 June 2010 - 09:13 PM
Such a shame about the Ka, it is/was a great car to drive, but when I looked at it the other day it was obvious that the rust was so bad that it was unlikely to pass another MoT. I just hope the Puma does better after the protection I gave it.
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#245
Posted 09 June 2010 - 09:05 PM
FlashBastd, on 05 June 2010 - 08:48 PM, said:
How did you fit the rear interior lamp? Didn't think there was enough room between the headlining and the roof?
#246
Posted 09 June 2010 - 09:10 PM
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#247
Posted 25 July 2010 - 08:43 PM
If you want a 200PS car, then save the cash you would spend on modifying your Puma, and buy one. If you are particularly attached to your Puma, then based upon my experience, most importantly make sure it runs properly, replace all of the wear parts with new standard parts, change the cams for FRP spec, the master cylinder and servo from an early Puma, possibly ST170 front brakes (there are incidences of the Mk3 Mondeo calipers warping discs as the ST170 discs are really a bit thin for the Mondeo calipers), and if you must change the wheels, please, please stick to something as close as possible to standard spec, and no more than 16" diameter.
4-2-1 exhaust is fine, but the noise that it makes, while fun when you are in the mood, in day-to-day use detracts from the appeal of the car as even the Milltek is just too loud, especially on the motorway.
Anyhow, the car finally got the FRP tail pipe fitted;
As I said above, I gave it some real stick, and it definately still puts a smile on my face, but the smile now is no less than it did with the full Milltek, FRP inlet, FRP ECU, etc.
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#248
Posted 05 September 2010 - 09:29 PM
which wheels do you have fitted? the 16" escort wheels?
how does it handle with the rear spacers on?
#249
Posted 06 September 2010 - 05:29 AM
Rear spacers make little or no difference IMO, just there for aesthetics.
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#250
Posted 07 September 2010 - 10:36 AM
Given the shoddy soundproofing in my puma, is seems like a must to add more.
#251
Posted 07 September 2010 - 10:43 AM
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#253
Posted 08 September 2010 - 06:42 AM
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#254
Posted 30 June 2011 - 08:49 AM
Gave the car a wash on Tuesday night, it has a touch more character than it did a year ago, but is still quite presentable. I think the rust proofing has done some good though as even the recurring bit on the o/s/r arch hasn't got much worse.
What did I like;
- Steering feel
- Engine (smoothness and power delivery)
- Gear change
- Styling
What I didn't like;
- Lack of lateral support from the seat
- Headroom and driving position
- Low door opening
- Rear visibility
Overall though I enjoyed having it back for a few days, but was still pleased to get the 197 back.
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#255
Posted 30 June 2011 - 10:16 AM
#256
Posted 30 June 2011 - 10:43 AM
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black
#257
Posted 13 July 2011 - 09:07 AM
Couple of pics...
www.teamwoodspeed.com
www.specialstage.co.uk
#258
Posted 13 July 2011 - 12:03 PM
2000 Ford Focus 1.6i Ghia
2006 Renault Clio 2.0i RenaultSport 197 - SOLD
2005 Honda CR-V 2.0i Executive auto
2001 Ford Puma 1.7i Black