Defender90uk
New Member
Hi Hawky666,
I managed to build it so none of the wood touches the side of the vehicle at all, my first attempt did and it rubbed like a b...... so this time I managed to build it away from any metal lol, plus it helps by being on carpet. As for fixing it to the vehicle I've used a few long bolts and nuts but only two as there is enough weight in its self to stay put. I still have a few ideas so when I get time and more photos I will continue with updates.
I managed to build it so none of the wood touches the side of the vehicle at all, my first attempt did and it rubbed like a b...... so this time I managed to build it away from any metal lol, plus it helps by being on carpet. As for fixing it to the vehicle I've used a few long bolts and nuts but only two as there is enough weight in its self to stay put. I still have a few ideas so when I get time and more photos I will continue with updates.
Try these, because they have a double hinge point they are great for getting over "problems"
Double Hinge, 1.5mm Steel, Zink
Defender90uk
New Member
Hi Pussa13, thanks for the offer on the seats, I will see what's happening after we move house on the 6th August, then I may plan a weekend away with the wife up your way....watch this space for now.
Defender90uk
New Member
Hi Gyp01,
I have just purchased 3 sets of those hinges and I think that will do just the job.... Thanks soooo much for taking the time to post the link etc. Top man, I will install those and post a new picture.
I have just purchased 3 sets of those hinges and I think that will do just the job.... Thanks soooo much for taking the time to post the link etc. Top man, I will install those and post a new picture.
GreenLove
New Member
Hi
Not sure if anyone is interested but I thought I would show how the back of my defender has come along since I bought her last September.
It has taken a lot of hard graft but worth it and I am quite chuffed as its my first attempt.
All in all it has cost me roughly £150
If anyone else has a before and after shot of their load space area I would be most interested so I can maybe improve on mine further.
Cheers
Jase
What's on the floor? Equestrian matting glued down?
Defender90uk
New Member
Hi Green Love
Its cheap easy to bend carpet from carpet right... nothing fancy cost me £25 for quite a good amount and I sprayed it with glue, underneath the carpet is sound deadening so making it stick was easier, and the load area is a good quality Land Rover load liner that cost £90
Its cheap easy to bend carpet from carpet right... nothing fancy cost me £25 for quite a good amount and I sprayed it with glue, underneath the carpet is sound deadening so making it stick was easier, and the load area is a good quality Land Rover load liner that cost £90
Defender90uk
New Member
Like it dantips....lol.... I still think I may cover the wood with carpet to match... always tinkering!
Defender90uk
New Member
Well, I could not resist mucking about with the new load area space... so I decided to remove the hinges, shame they left a bit of a mark but this will be covered with stickers from shows etc...
I also decided to buy some of the same carpet as before and cover the lids making for a very nice snug and quite fit.
I was so pleased with my efforts I went for a test drive and I can honestly say for once I have no sqeeks and rattles from the improved works ....
I also decided to buy some of the same carpet as before and cover the lids making for a very nice snug and quite fit.I was so pleased with my efforts I went for a test drive and I can honestly say for once I have no sqeeks and rattles from the improved works ....
