non-standard d4 aftermarket accessories

[stray dingo]

I was looking for a rear spoiler type thing for the d4 to help with air movement across the back glass (and thus dust and water). Trolling through Duckworths, they have one for d3s. Any reason this wouldn't fit on the d4?

eg https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/05/302.jpg

Second item, are their any roof pods current available which can replace the current map lights (no sunroof)
eg https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/05/303.jpg

and lastly, in the cargo area are the large recesses on the side trims. Are there any covers or elastic nets readily available for these? Although I found the following pic, I haven't located anything else about them
eg https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/05/304.jpg

thanks.
Andrew

[Graeme]

Do you have a problem with dust on the rear window? I fitted a LR deflector to my D2 because the dusty air swirled around the rear but my D4 keeps the dust low even without a deflector. The vehicle shape seems to have been designed to draw air from the sides to prevent the usual significant low pressure area. Some dust still accumulates on the wiper rubber but not the huge amount of dust that the D2 accumulated without a deflector.

[stray dingo]

too early to tell for me yet. Every other vehicle I've had has had the problem and figured this would be no different. You think I should wait and see?

[Learner]

Your 3rd photo seems to be of an aftermarket D3 fitment of drawers. In that case, I think that you should address your question to the suppliers.

[Graeme]

You think I should wait and see?Yes. I couldn't see out the D2's rear window without its deflector because of the billowing dust but the dust behind the D4 stays close to the ground for quite some distance back. This has one disadvantage as a cover on the front of my caged box trailer gets the full force of the wind rather than being sheltered behind the vehicle, making 2 instances of wind drag instead of 1.

[stray dingo]

Your 3rd photo seems to be of an aftermarket D3 fitment of drawers. In that case, I think that you should address your question to the suppliers.

I only used that photo cos it actually showed the cargo net - but, no, it has nothing to do with the drawers or that supplier. (The edge piece of the drawers when fitted would actually cover it). But as it is a D3 not a D4, I was trying to find if they are standard or a known part.

[sniegy]

1. Rear Spoiler, do not think you will need one, As Graeme has said the air circulation behind the vehicle is very good at keeping the glass clean(for a change).
2. Roof console, have not seen one yet, but if you find a manufacturer he may be able to make one for you.
3.The net section as you have shown were only available on the "S" variant(as per the vehicle in the photo) in Aus. Yes, you can purchase these parts, but are a pain to fit as you need to remove the whole panel on the side & drill out the holes for the net to poke through & then plastic weld them in place, not hard just time consumimg.
The only other option is to find a wrecker & see what the panel complete is worth?

Cheers

[Nmritchie]

I have a 2014 Discovery and while I had no problem with dust sitting on the rear window on its first trip off bitumen to Lake Mungo, it has a major problem with spray from wet roads. The rear window gets completely obscured by spray from the wheels on a wet road, every 100 metres or so. I am not looking forward to driving on a wet dirt road. The intermittent rear wiper helps, but I was hoping that an air deflector could be mounted across the top of the rear window to significantly reduce the deposition of spray on the glass.

So I am also interested in any advice on a good solution.

Neil

[BMKal]

I have a 2014 Discovery and while I had no problem with dust sitting on the rear window on its first trip off bitumen to Lake Mungo, it has a major problem with spray from wet roads. The rear window gets completely obscured by spray from the wheels on a wet road, every 100 metres or so. I am not looking forward to driving on a wet dirt road. The intermittent rear wiper helps, but I was hoping that an air deflector could be mounted across the top of the rear window to significantly reduce the deposition of spray on the glass.

So I am also interested in any advice on a good solution.

Neil

I use Rainex on all the glass on mine. Works well, including on the rear window. Water beads and runs off, leaving glass pretty clear. Also means I rarely use the front windscreen wipers (definitely never in "auto").... and I never really have to use the rear wiper.

[LandyAndy]

I use Rainex on all the glass on mine. Works well, including on the rear window. Water beads and runs off, leaving glass pretty clear. Also means I rarely use the front windscreen wipers (definitely never in "auto").... and I never really have to use the rear wiper.

You dont know what that shiny thing is that hangs of your front window,thats why you dont use the rear wiper:p
:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p
Andrew

[BMKal]

You dont know what that shiny thing is that hangs of your front window,thats why you dont use the rear wiper:p
:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p
Andrew

You mean that thing I hang my hat on ............ :p:p:p

[LandyAndy]

You mean that thing I hang my hat on ............ :p:p:p

Good to see we are working on the same page;)
;););)
Andrew

[Nicky]

Get mud flaps

[stray dingo]

I use Rainex on all the glass on mine. Works well, including on the rear window. Water beads and runs off, leaving glass pretty clear. Also means I rarely use the front windscreen wipers (definitely never in "auto").... and I never really have to use the rear wiper.

+1 for Rainex!!
(but not the mixer that goes in the washer bottle - apply it straight to the windscreen)

[BMKal]

+1 for Rainex!!
(but not the mixer that goes in the washer bottle - apply it straight to the windscreen)

Yep - only ever use Rainex "Original" and apply it directly to the glass (it also works well on the glass screens in the shower in my apartment in Perth). ;)

One other thing I have learnt ................ :censored:................. don't use the Rainex product in the black plastic bottle intended for the interior of the windows (they claim it stops "fogging"). It doesn't work at all, and leaves a horrible film on the inside of your windows that is a real pain to clean off.

[LandyAndy]

Yep - only ever use Rainex "Original" and apply it directly to the glass (it also works well on the glass screens in the shower in my apartment in Perth). ;)

One other thing I have learnt ................ :censored:................. don't use the Rainex product in the black plastic bottle intended for the interior of the windows (they claim it stops "fogging"). It doesn't work at all, and leaves a horrible film on the inside of your windows that is a real pain to clean off.

Too much info Brian.
Im getting a mental picture of you watching yourself in the bathroom mirror showering thru your nice clear glass:eek2:
:eek2::eek2:

Andrew