Thread: Roller Drawers For D3 TDV6 S

I am in the process of making my own set up for the back of my D3. My plan for the spare tyre nut is to silicon on a 7/8 socket, insert a 1/2 inch steel rod to project above the installation, file the top off this rod to take a 9/16th socket, and then be able to turn it with a 1/2 inch drive ratchet. You could do something similar with drawers, as long as there is a hole in the appropriate palce. I have all the bits for this part, just still procuring some of the other items I need so it is still just a plan.
Hope this helps

Mal_W

Boab drawers held down with turnbuckles let you get to the side pockets and fit behind a 4x4 Intelligence cargo barrier. They have no floor. Take out the third row of seats if you have them and you can get to the spare tyre winch nut without taking out the drawers.
I didn't take out the third row but put a 4x4 intelligence tyre carrier on the back for the extra spare and will have to take out the drawers (a 20 min job ) if I need the other spare.

Black Widow drawers require one drawer to be removed (1 minute when empty) then access is simple with a socket, universal drive and short extension. Access to jack and tools is standard after removing one lift out filler panel (30 secs)

I am getting a set of draws made by the 'Department of the Interior' www. consoles.com.au ). I previously had Black Widow (which were absolutely fine), but this company was recommended by the chap at Opposite Lock who is installing the bulbar, snorkel and roof rack. They tell me they will be able to allow for access to the spare tyre mechanism and tools, but I am afraid I will not have them installed until mid-August.

I now have the car back with the draws. Access to the spare wheel nut is as follows:

1. The two draws have a small space between them in the middle.

2. The top of the draws has a small lift-off cover to allow access from the top of the draws down through the space between the two draws.

3. With an appropriate socket and a couple of extension rods, the spare wheel nut can be easily reached. No need to remove draws etc.

I have stored the tools that were originally under the rear floor in a side compartment next to the two draws.

I am quite happy with the set-up and have just tested it on a trip to the Flinders Ranges.

It didn't happen without pics

Tough audience. Pictures attached of draws, fridge slide, side compartments (one on each side), access to spare wheel nut and bed extension.

Great looking setup Iannicki, thanks for the pics

I am tossing up whether to put a set further up on my priority list

Can I ask about how much?