TDCi Defender Accessory thread

[dmdigital]

Well we've got the Appreciation (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/90-110-130-defender-county/61855-tdci-defender-appreciation-thread.html) thread so I suppose I should start an accessories thread.

Here's my list so far (some's done, some's on order, some is still a while off):

Seat Covers - I've ordered a set of Melvill & Moon canvas seat covers from Exmoor Trim in the UK - Will post pic's when they arrive. Only canvas ones in Australia are MSA (Michelle's Sacs) or Escape Gear (from Sth Africa) and are more expensive.

Snorkel About to order a Mantec Snorkel from the UK. I can get 2, yes 2, snorkels - including freight - from the UK for less than the price of one of these same new Mantec units in Australia. Other unit is for a friend in town.

Bullbar - ordered the ARB. Already have a new Warn XDC 9.5t winch for it. I'll also be putting heavier springs in the front to compensate.

Side steps - Her's and fitted

Tow kit - OEM fitted and well used

Anderson plug - also fitted

Rear wheel carrier - about to order, going to try and get a Mantec unit or similar, also need to talk to Troutbeck - don't know if Len does one for post 02 models. If all else fails I'll get the Bearmach like on my other Defender.

Steering guard - Have a Troutbeck plate to fit

Diff guards - still to get these.

Spotlights - will leave these until I can afford some HID's. Already have latching switch for genuine dash switch.

Checkerplate - on the list, wing guards etc.

UHF - I temporarily fitted an Icom IC-440 for the drive back. I haven't completed the installation yet, unit will go under cubby and speaker/display/mic (its all combined) will be the only bit on the dash.

Engel plug - is fitted to the rear corner next to the speaker and back door.

Dual batteries - Sniegy did a fantastic job of fitting this under the passengers seat. I must post some pictures of this!

Brake controller - Redarc unit with remote head is fitted inside dashboard riser on driver's side. Panic button is one of the dash switches down by the A/C switch.

Rubber matts - I'm slowly adding more protective rubber matting to the back area.

Long range tank - undecided yet, may fit the 45L Front Runner unit sold by Opposite Lock.

Water tank - again undecided, need to work on whether its required.

Cargo barrier or load retention net - I must fit something, need to source this.

Personalised plates - New plates on order.

Definitely have to get some pic's as stuff goes on to the truck. Also I'm sure I've forgotten a few items.

[TimNZ]

Hi dm_td5, Here's my stuff, (so far :) )

ARB Winch Bar - I want to remount this as I can see it can go back 3 - 4 inches without too much trouble. I fitted "rangie red" springs from Les Richmond Automotive to take the extra weight.
Warn 9.5XP Winch - Plasma rope on its way from the US, I also need to fit an isolator in the cab.
ARB Compressor - Under the passengers seat.
Rock Sliders - Bearmach ones, these needed a bit of modifing to fit.
Quater panel protectors - Made them my self.
UHFCB - Mounted on the side of the center console, (all the controls are on the handset)
Scangauge II - Sits nicely on the steering collum
Front diff guard - Bearmach on powder coated black, (the gold was just too bling!!)
Bearmach Spare Wheel Carrier - Need modifing also

Still to come:

Lights - I really want HID's, but $$$$$!!
Second Battery
Drawers
Long range fuel tank - Probably the OL one, but also $$$$!!
Water tank - See above

I think this vehicle will lead me to financial destitution!!!! :D

Tim

PS. dm_td5 would you mind telling me where you got the switch for the spot lights?? (I did ask my dealer and they said it was not possible to fit switches in the blank spaces....)

[dmdigital]

Tim, switches are easy once pointed out. The back section is the same as on the D2 binnacle switches and the front fascia just unclips from the blanking piece and snaps on to the one from the Disco. A D2 cruise control switch is a latching switch for spotties (when I get them) and I used a D2 fog light (momentary switch) for the brake controller. The blanks can be gently eased out, just like on a D2.

[one_iota]

I bought a Defender front fog lamp switch from British Parts UK for $12 plus postage ($12)

Part No YUG 000540LNF

www.britishparts.co.uk (http://www.britishparts.co.uk)

I'm hoping there is a spare plug behind the dash on an unused loom that I can use. other wise I'll jury rig it.

All the switches are moveable so I'll move the rear window switches to the passenger side of the fascia, move the rear fog to the left and place the spot switch where the rear fog is now.

[one_iota]

My ARB Bull Bar goes on tomorrow. Existing 170 Lightforce lights moved from the Disco this weekend.

Wheel carrier, auxiliary tank and modified Safari snorkel from Opposite lock next week.

[Redback]

Well we've got the Appreciation (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/90-110-130-defender-county/61855-tdci-defender-appreciation-thread.html) thread so I suppose I should start an accessories thread.

Here's my list so far (some's done, some's on order, some is still a while off):

Seat Covers - I've ordered a set of Melvill & Moon canvas seat covers from Exmoor Trim in the UK - Will post pic's when they arrive. Only canvas ones in Australia are MSA (Michelle's Sacs) or Escape Gear (from Sth Africa) and are more expensive.

Snorkel About to order a Mantec Snorkel from the UK. I can get 2, yes 2, snorkels - including freight - from the UK for less than the price of one of these same new Mantec units in Australia. Other unit is for a friend in town.

Bullbar - ordered the ARB. Already have a new Warn XDC 9.5t winch for it. I'll also be putting heavier springs in the front to compensate.

Side steps - Her's and fitted

Tow kit - OEM fitted and well used

Anderson plug - also fitted

Rear wheel carrier - about to order, going to try and get a Mantec unit or similar, also need to talk to Troutbeck - don't know if Len does one for post 02 models. If all else fails I'll get the Bearmach like on my other Defender.

Steering guard - Have a Troutbeck plate to fit

Diff guards - still to get these.

Spotlights - will leave these until I can afford some HID's. Already have latching switch for genuine dash switch.

Checkerplate - on the list, wing guards etc.

UHF - I temporarily fitted an Icom IC-440 for the drive back. I haven't completed the installation yet, unit will go under cubby and speaker/display/mic (its all combined) will be the only bit on the dash.

Engel plug - is fitted to the rear corner next to the speaker and back door.

Dual batteries - Sniegy did a fantastic job of fitting this under the passengers seat. I must post some pictures of this!

Brake controller - Redarc unit with remote head is fitted inside dashboard riser on driver's side. Panic button is one of the dash switches down by the A/C switch.

Rubber matts - I'm slowly adding more protective rubber matting to the back area.

Long range tank - undecided yet, may fit the 45L Front Runner unit sold by Opposite Lock.

Water tank - again undecided, need to work on whether its required.

Cargo barrier or load retention net - I must fit something, need to source this.

Personalised plates - New plates on order.

Definitely have to get some pic's as stuff goes on to the truck. Also I'm sure I've forgotten a few items.

Just a heads up on seat covers, this mob In Front Camping Gear Really Odd Stuff & Car seat covers (http://www.infrontcampinggear.com.au/category30_1.htm) make canvas seat covers, they are in Australia.

Rear D2 covers pictured
http://www.infrontcampinggear.com.au/images/rear2web.jpeg
REAR CANVAS CAR SEAT COVER FOR A DISCOVERY 2a (BOTH SECTIONS AND ARM REST)
IDEAL FOR KEEP THE REAR SEATS CLEAN AND DRY WITH THIS WATERPROOF COVER

Price:
$275.00
inc GST within Australia
Also
http://www.infrontcampinggear.com.au/images/seatcanvas2.jpeg

CANVAS CAR SEAT COVERS WATERPROOF WITH REAR POCKET
MADE FROM AUSTRALIAN CANVAS
COMES COMPLETE WITH A CANVAS BAG WHEN COVERS NOT IN USE
HIGHBACK
QTY 2 ( A PAIR)
Price:
$89.65
inc GST within Australia

Baz.

[spudboy]

Oh boy - that is a huge list of accessoried dm_td5!!

You better add one more thing, a superb burglar alarm, to stop anyone running off with that lot of goodies :D

[cripesamighty]

Hi all,

Our new Puma Defender is still being fitted out - just waiting for the bullbar, stereo and tinting so hopefully should be ready to pick up this week.

Our accessory list for the Puma is as follows,

Safari snorkel
ARB bullbar
sidesteps
scrub bars
towkit
long range fuel tank (127L)
dual batteries
rear fridge plug
cargo barrier
bash plate
spotlights
personalised plates (organising now)
window tinting
Fusion car stereo (will swallow an iPod inside)
spotlights


to come later;
UHF
tunit chip (after warranty expires)
diesel/gas conversion (after warranty expires)

Will get some pics online after we collect our beastie.

[Narangga]

Oh boy - that is a huge list of accessoried dm_td5!!

You better add one more thing, a superb burglar alarm, to stop anyone running off with that lot of goodies :D

Up here mate nobody locks their vehicles and some still don't even lock their houses! ;)

[Rugrat]

Now the wallets getting emptier but here's whats on Daisy so far.

Scorpion AC Bar (Rovacraft)
Set of Roo Lights (with the blue bling lenses)
Ironman Winch running B-Line synthetic
Alloy Steering guard - Scorpion Racing (Rovacraft)
Outback Roof Console (ARB)
UHF and Gutter mounted Aerial
Tree protector / rock sliders - Scorpion Racing (Rovacraft)
Genuine Towpack
Second Battery and cradle - Pirhana
Anderson plug for Camper
Secondary outlets under 2nd row seat for DVD player, Nintendo, what ever the kids take.
Decent Rubber - Coopers STT
Genuine TDCi Safari Snorkle - will hit stores soon production is about to start


On Order:

Diff Guards -
Rear Corner Bars
Light protectors
Chequer Plate for Front guards

On Wish list:
Rear Locker,
Cargo Barrier
Draw System
Evo Suspension Kit
LRange Fuel Tank
Spare Wheel carrier

Time to enjoy it more :p

[dullbird]

let me see

Tinted windows
black chequer plate wing tops
hi force wingtop vents (grey to match surrounds)
A bar (custom)
uhf mount and spot mount with roo lights
black landrover badges
flip out dvd player with tv, bluetooth phone answer, and reversing camera
outback console
uniden uhf
seat covers (on there way)
mantec winch bar..due to land beginning of sept
magnum winch.....with 125' of dark green synthetic amsteel blue winch rope
spare wheel carrier
aux tank 45ltr
water tank
safe
hannable roof rack
awning complete with side walls
roof top tent
dual batterys, traxide set up with optima yellow top..anderson plug attached with jump cables (anderson attachment)
genuine tow pack
metal in the back yard ready for rocksliders
toughbook..with gamin 60cs (just need to get laptop mount)
Msa rubbish/dirty rope bag for rear wheel

think thats it for the moment.

things i'm waiting to get

tyre pressure gauge
some sort of diagnostic tool...haven't decided yet
rear draw...(which we did take in to have one built but couldn't do anything until we brought a cargo barrier)
cargo barrier full one if one ever gets made
bash plate

[dmdigital]

Well I can now cross off the Mantec Snorkel and the Wheel carrier as they have both arrived. Wheel carrier took 2 weeks to get from Victoria, Snorkel took 6 days to get from the UK.

[one_iota]

Well I can now cross off the Mantec Snorkel and the Wheel carrier as they have both arrived. Wheel carrier took 2 weeks to get from Victoria, Snorkel took 6 days to get from the UK.

Well Derek I know this isn't a race ;).....but my Safari Snorkel, OL wheel carrier and the OL 45l Auxiliary tank were fitted today...(yes I know that it didn't happen without photos but the camera batteries were flat and I will make amends in the clear light of day, editing this post).

An interesting story with each.

Snorkel: The local OL guy looked at the newly released 07+ Safari kit and decided that his Safari Td5 Snorkel with a special hose (as prototyped on Xaviers now Tolinja's Fender) between the guard and the filter box was the betterway to go due to the amount of silastic gunk required in the existing set up to provide a seal.

Wheel Carrier: the modified OL carrier has a gusset as standard now to overcome the fatigue issue experienced by scallops.

Tank: The new dreaded breather location caused some consternation: "why did they put it there? that's worse than before!"
With the installation he relocated it higher and above the new tank ie higher up in the driver's side guard.

I installed the Icom CB last weekend...nice bit of kit.

[dmdigital]

That's too many coincidences:D

Pic's of Safari snorkel would be good, I'll post up the Mantec when I get time to install it.

[one_iota]

That's too many coincidences:D

Pic's of Safari snorkel would be good, I'll post up the Mantec when I get time to install it.

:D

Yeah the snorkel story was very interesting...the photos will be revealing given the twists and turns and constrictions in the existing setup...new age silastic will fix all ills...reminds me of some roof plumbers' approach to flashing...a shed full of sealant cartridges and a gun :mad:

[Scallops]

What Grover has...

Genuine new sump
Genuine black wing top checker plates
Genuine black sill checker plates
Genuine snorkel
Genuine weather shields
Genuine headlight protectors
Genuine rear worklight
Genuine tow bar
Genuine front mudflaps
Genuine 2nd spare wheel
UHF radio GME 3300? all in handset unit
Iridium car kit sat phone and EPIRB
iPod interface
Michelle Sacs seat covers
OL bash plate
OL diff guard
OL low profile RackMaster roof rack
OL cargo net
OL Auxillary 45l gravity feed fuel tank
OL spare wheel carrier
ARB Deluxe winch bar
3500kg Tirfor hand winch
70l Rangie Spares water tank
Hannibal awning
Long handled shovel mount
Drivesafe's Dual battery setup
105Amp hour Commander Gel deep cycle battery
300W pure sine wave inverter
Additional 12 volt outlet
Outback drawer system
Engel 40l fridge locking plate
Front recovery hooks mounted directly through chassis
Rear recovery point via towbar

Grover is a work of art... And it all worked really well across 2 deserts, the Kimberley and the top end - once the wheel carrier was welded up! :D

[Jeff]

When I bought my Defender in 1999 I had no money left and couldnt even afford a tow bar for months. Now it has an ARB bar, IPF lights, a Kaymar tyre carrier and a cargo barrier. I am thinking of a roof console and drawers, maybe a mud console.

Jeff

[one_iota]

That's too many coincidences:D

Pic's of Safari snorkel would be good, I'll post up the Mantec when I get time to install it.

Here she is with Snorkel and UHF aerial installed:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/371.jpg

This is basically a Td5 Safari snorkel. Instead of connecting to the existing plumbing at the guard and sealing at several places the existing plumbing is replaced with a length of flexible duct connected to and sealed at the guard and the filter box. The installation was done for me by OL South Sydney so I don't know the gory details of the installation.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/372.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/373.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/374.jpg

[dmdigital]

Interesting how Safari see the need to replace the inner plumbing. All I was going to do was make sure of the seals on the tubing from the guard to the air filter.

Also check the air filter box, there's an open drain in the base which I think should really have a duck's bill on it so nothing can flow up into the air box.

[one_iota]

Hi Derek,

Gordon at OL had a look at the installation instructions for the 07+ Safari snorkel (which retains the existing ductwork) and decided that his adaptation of the Td5 kit required less silastic and therefore less risk of failure hence the plumbing replacement. I've had a good look at it this arvo taking off the dummy panel on the driver's side guard and I tend to agree with him.

The valve on the bottom of the box has been blocked off in my installation. This is discretionary according to Safari.

[tolinja]

Gday all , well let me see

2" suspension lift

fog lights

roof console

rust prof

rear wheel carrier

in car safe

double carden joints

scorpion racing rock/tree sliders

diff guard

satelite navagation garmin c130

laptop running oziexplorer

Hema navigator

inverter for chargeing batterys

pda running oziexplore cv & bluetooth gps receiver

OL winch bar

9000 lb winch

HID spot lights one spot one spread

Icom radio unit 9 db and 6 db

two hand held uhf gme radios

arb fridge and insulated cover

brown davis fridge slide

snorkel

arb roof rack

arb seat covers

arb air compressor (tyre inflation kit)

staun tyre deflators

window tint

custom fishing rod holders

shovel holders on roof rack

full recovery kit

private number plates

rock sliders

mickey thomson mtz 265/75r16

black sunnys

rear storage system

anderson plug to rear

high lift jack attached to rear bar

made a new shovel holder that goes on the spare

arb awning

pioneer arglie 4x4 hard floor camper trailer


cheers
chaser

still more to come when SWMBO lets me

[dullbird]

since when was a center diff lock an accessorie on a defender :Rolling:

only kidding mate you have a great set up one many would be jealous of :)

[dmdigital]

Mantec Snorkel kit - can't fit it until I get the Checker Plate :)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/65.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/66.jpg

[Greylandy]

Mantec Snorkel kit - can't fit it until I get the Checker Plate :)



Mate I must be having an off day but can you elaborate why you cannot fit the snorkel before the chequer plate kit? I cannot see how the two can interfere, is it due to the fitting procedure of the new Mantec snorkel?

Seeing as this is the tdci accessory thread, can we get some photos posted of said accessories .. to give the rest of us something to drool over? :)

[muddymech]

the snorkel stops you getting to some of the rivet holes in the chequer plate, other wise think it can be fitted.

[jddisco200tdi]

Installed the UHF radio on the weekend. Main unit is under the cubby box which I raised by about 20mm.
There is already a hole under the cubby box for the aerial cable.

Regards

John D - Defender 110 2.4

[solmanic]

Installed the UHF radio on the weekend. Main unit is under the cubby box which I raised by about 20mm.
There is already a hole under the cubby box for the aerial cable.

Make sure you have a rubber shim between the aerial bracket and the top of the grille panel. There's quite a bit of friction there when driving over rough roads so the exposed painted top will get worn. I used sticky-back black rubber, only 2-3mm thick or so.

[Greylandy]

the snorkel stops you getting to some of the rivet holes in the chequer plate, other wise think it can be fitted.

From memory dm_td5 is getting an OEM chequer plate kit. They don't extend to the rear of the wingtop, it should not interfere getting to the rivet holes.

http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/2611/dsc0474pttw6.jpg

[dullbird]

our chequer plate kit had to be drilled to encompass the areial.......not oem but ours goes all the way doesn't stop where yours does

[Greylandy]

The pre-07 Defender OEM kit goes all the way to the back but the new kit stops short of the aerial .. as per Scallops' vehicle above.

[dmdigital]

OK, home from work and I see this thread... now to put you all out of your misery ;)

Yes it is OEM checker plate, but not the one for the post-07 Defender. After a few posts on UK forums it seems that most people have the checker plate from pre-07 Defenders fitted.

There are 3 differences in the checker plate kits:
1. Part number (Silver - the black is a different part)
(<07) STC7667
(>07) LR005230
2. Length. The pre-07 goes all the way back past the aerial, the post-07 stops short (and must also be a little narrower as the 07 bonnet is slightly wider - I've just discovered)
3. (Most importantly) The cost. Strangely the new model's costs a lot more and you get less:confused:

So because I got the pre-07 checker plate which needs a hole drilled near the A-piller and because the Mantec snorkel will hinder the drill access the checker plate goes on first, the snorkel second.

[dmdigital]

Before you rush off and get the checker plate for the pre-07 model just wait until I fit mine.

I've now found the following issues to overcome:
Aerial end is to wide as the Puma bonnet is over an 1" closer to the edge of the guard on each side. This means it will either have to fit under the closed bonnet or be trimmed.
Front end is also slightly to wide, but should fit under bonnet end.

This is a set back as I research this and found on the UK sites that most said if they had the OEM checker plate the aerial went through it. Therefore it is the pre-07 checker plate.

I'm hesitant to trim the pate as this will adversely effect the anodising so in the worst case I'll use it on my Tdi and get some of the more expensive stuff.

Only have my self to blame as I have 2 Defenders parked side by side everyday and still didn't pick up on the bonnet width between them :mad:

[dullbird]

well i'm pretty sure ours goes under the bonnet, but like I said my'n isn't factory part from landrover :) ............

[dmdigital]

One word - PICTURES


Please:)

[dullbird]

i'm affraid i cant do that for a day or two.....it's dark now ans car going into the dealers tomorrow

[dmdigital]

Its dark... use the flash:p

I hope its just a quick check at the dealers and not anything else.

[dmdigital]

Few posts, emails and phone calls and it looks like most people still manage to fit the pre-07 checker plate to the Puma. Anyway a bit more looking at mine and it definitely won't fit. It would appear that the closure tolerance on my bonnet is better than other ones. Looking at Scallops' pic I think he might have the same tight gap at the rear of the bonnet. It would fit but the panel would rub on the plate and so ... you get the idea!

Anyway, its going on the Tdi and I've ordered the right part.

[dullbird]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/10/889.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/10/890.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/10/891.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2010/05/1584.jpg

[dmdigital]

Thanks Lou, talking with Ian this afternoon it dawn on me that yours is 2mm and the OEM is 3mm. That said people are still able to fit the OEM plate, just not me. So now my other Defender (Tdi) has nice genuine checker plate over the dents in the wings:)

As for the Puma, its on order.

[dmdigital]

Fitted the Mantec "plastic jobbie" today. Very simple 2 x 5mm holes in the A-piller and 2 x 9mm above the air intake for the 2 rivnuts. I've discovered a small air leak where it sits against the panel. When I can get some sikaflex that will be sealed.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/10/817.jpg

If you do fit one of these yourself check out the detailed instructions on the Defender2.net (http://www.defender2.net/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=26) site. The one's that are included from Mantec are over simplified... or is that being to polite.

[dmdigital]

Well the checker plate went on the wing tops today. The more expensive, post-07, one that fits:mad:

There's another key difference the installation uses rivnuts in the wings instead of a backing washers and nyloc nuts. Logical reason when you look at the wing tops and consider "how the hell am I going to reach in there". Could be done but you'd have to move things.

I've got very good at fitting rivnuts with a bolt, nut and washer:)

...and yes pic's will follow, just can't be bothered at present to get the camera out.

[dmdigital]

Well the last few weeks work is done with. Can't really see the checker plate in this but its there on top. Bar and winch went on last weekend. Traxide wiring kit and driving light kit followed this weekend.

The 2 dual relays for the headlights and spotlights are both behind the passenger side headlight. I also ran the spotlight switch wires back to the cabin via the grommet under the cubby, then back under the rubber around the gear levers and up into the dash. Couldn't be bothered with trying to force my way in via the firewall.

The winch control box will be moved to the driver's side wing top (under the blanking plate) or down inside the bull bar - I'm still undecided. Either way it won't stay where it presently is. I haven't got the cable to do it yet and as its a solid state controller I'm starting to favour the bullbar as its a shorter run. The wireless remote receiver for the winch will also go in behind the driver's side headlight.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/11/884.jpg

Sorry about the picture quality, but I used the phone as the camera would have had to acclimatise before I could use it outside.

[dmdigital]

Well no pic's yet as I still have to fit it all but I now can add:
LR HD front springs - installed and really make a difference after the winch and bullbar went on.
Hannibal roof rack and awning - Sitting at the freight depot for me to pick up. Didn't leave work until late today:mad:
Checker plate for rear quarters and sills - picked this up last week when I flew out. That's another 24 holes to drill in the Puma:eek:

[Wortho]

Hi guys, just to let you know if you want seat covers the ARB seat suits for the current Hilux are a perfect fit on the Defender seats, better then they fit on the Hilux seats.

[sashadidi]

Hi guys, just to let you know if you want seat covers the ARB seat suits for the current Hilux are a perfect fit on the Defender seats, better then they fit on the Hilux seats.

just checking, what is model year of this Hi LUx to make sure I do not
get the wrong ones, thanks Simon New Zealand

[Craig]

Dullbird,

I noticed in your photos that you have those forward faceing vents on the right wing top. I was wondering what that was for?

Thanks

Craig

[dmdigital]

Dullbird,

I noticed in your photos that you have those forward faceing vents on the right wing top. I was wondering what that was for?

Thanks

Craig

They are the Hi-Force LRX vents. Not cheap, but look really good and should deflect the rain from the air intake vent to the blower. Probably also has a slight ram effect on airflow into the engine bay and the air intake for the blower.

They are about £50 in the UK and about $140 over here:eek:

[Craig]

Isnt the intake for the blower on the left hand side, the last photo by DB on page 4 showed one on the right hand side?

Craig

[dmdigital]

Yes the intake is on the left and normally the right side is a solid cover. The LRX vent's are a the same (just mirrored) on each side so that they can go on left and right hand drive. One thing I like about this is it gives a bit more air flow under the bonnet. I've been toying with getting a pair of these ever since I saw DB & MM's Puma in my front yard. Should have sneaked out in the middle of the night and :angel: ... but I think they might have noticed :o