Thread: Puma Drawer Storage - DIY

Top job Bobby, Im thinking of doing something similar. I'm wondering how you secured the whole unit in there?

Cheers Lucas.

Thanks folks...I've got to admit I'm really chuffed withhow it all turned out. Looking forward to filling it up with camping gear.

Lucas,

I haven't secured it all in yet....in case I needed to take it out to apply any more padding. Eventually I shall secure it and I'm thinking that I can either make some holes in the bodywork and bolt it to the underside or I can fabricate a bracket to secure it to the base of the cargo barrier.

Actually, it'll probably be smarter to utilise the existing cargo barrier bolts (where the forward D-ring tie-downs used to be). I don't think it'll need securing at the door end....but time will tell.

Next project...when I can afford it, will be dual battery and fridge....so I'll need to knock up a fridge stand to go behind the passenger seat.

Land Rover Defenders - the projects never end!

Nice one. !

Did it do anything for your cabin noise?


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Yes, there's definitely a change in the cabin noise. I've only done city driving and have yet to hear the effects on the freeway but already the other day I found myself noticing something about the stereo sound quality.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying it's like being in a Rolls Royce now, but it's a very noticeable change.

Also, when my poorly-tied down jerrycan (empty) came free (I need more tie-downs and bungee cords), it made less noise than usual and seemed to be having a whale of a time sliding around in the back on the lovely marine carpet.

Originally Posted by The Cone of Silence

Also, when my poorly-tied down jerrycan (empty) came free (I need more tie-downs and bungee cords), it made less noise than usual and seemed to be having a whale of a time sliding around in the back on the lovely marine carpet.

I would strongly recommend against bungee cords, one decent side incline with the way you currently have it and your gerrycan will be through a window. I use the small ratchet straps which whilst more expensive hold everything nice and tight. Even the webbed tie down straps are better than bungee cord.

You can also get really good tie down rails quite cheaply which would give you a little more flexibility in how you secure everything.




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