Lucky 8's Project P38

**FiveSPDDisco** · 14th October 2013, 12:22 PM

Project update : The space inside

In my opinion the P38 is smaller on the inside when compared to its brothers of the same generation. Finding room to tuck away things is difficult and the lack of aftermarket support makes add ons virtually nonexistent. The issue was finding a good place to mount Carling switches. We needed them to be easy-to-use and convenient to see. Our first idea was to put them in the dash where the original fog light switches are. Unfortunately the Carling switches are larger. With our options limited we hit the shelves and this is what we came up with.

For those of you that don't know, Mud UK produces an accessory pod they call a MUD POD. The MUD POD is designed to sit on the dash of a Defender. The Defender's dash top has a cut-out for an ashtray. The MUD POD utilizes the ashtray hole for mounting and the hole also provides a way to run the wires discreetly behind the dash. The P38 does not have said hole but we will get to that in a minute. The MUD POD comes in two sizes.

Full Size

Or Mini

Just out of curiosity which one do you guys think looks better?

We opted for the full size MUD POD. This gives us the ability to put in as many switches as we like. It also provided additional space for USB ports.

You can never have enough USB ports and we used every one during the VOT.

In order to run wires up to the Mud Pod you need to remove the instrument cluster and In this spot drill at an angle towards the cluster.

If you're going to attempt this please believe me, use the utmost amount of caution. There's A labyrinth of ductwork beneath the dash

Here's the view from the rear seat of the final instal and it kept all of the devices charged during the VOT.

For some extra storage space we looked to the spare tire well that was no longer in use.
Believe it or not there was room to stick two chairs in there.

Followed by a three second Malamoo tent.

And finally an Oz tent shower. It all fit perfectly in the spare tire well.

Poser pic on the RTI ramp at Conclave

**mtb_gary** · 14th October 2013, 01:01 PM

I do like the look of the larger unit, just a pity is does not sit flat on the dash (gap under the front left).

Gary

**TheTree** · 14th October 2013, 03:14 PM

Hi

I like the look of the larger one as well, thanks for the tip on where to drill. I have my eye on that dashmat spot as well.

I think we probably all know about the ****ing ductwork, thanks to blend motors and heater o-rings

Steve

**33chinacars** · 14th October 2013, 03:46 PM

X3 for the large MUD POD. Looks great

I have one of these waiting to be fitted to my L322.

Defender & S111 Pod

Similar but in steel.

Gary

**DT-P38** · 20th October 2013, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by FiveSPDDisco

here is a few pics before we jet off to Conclave And you can not see the snorkel from either seat unless you put your face on the windshield.

Ok, dude... it's wonderful watching you (& your hot co-driver) having a ball playing with your P38 on what seems to be an uncapped, supplier sponsored, fantasy, build up/junket... but seriously, can you quit mucking around with jet's and USB's and get that snorkel kit sorted?

I for one am very happy to keep watching the attempted viral marketing campaign with out complaint. But only because I am hoping to find someone who is committed and capable of offering (as I am not!) sought after upgrades that help keep my pride and joy happily on (& off) the road.

It's pretty common knowledge that a high % of 38 owners want/need a hassle free fording solution and yours really does seems to tick a lot of boxes. Especially if you wrap it up as a DIY kit and keep the sell price reasonable. Alternatively, you could just call in some favours from those helpful suppliers and make a quick batch to give away to demanding Aussies like me!!!

Oh yeah, and for the "Whinging Aussie" record, it would be bloody grouse if you offered all us 38'ing AULRO'ians free shipping when it's sorted for sale either way. :-)

**FiveSPDDisco** · 30th October 2013, 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by 33chinacars

X3 for the large MUD POD. Looks great

I have one of these waiting to be fitted to my L322.

Defender & S111 Pod

Similar but in steel.

Gary

Please email pics when you do it!

**FiveSPDDisco** · 30th October 2013, 11:32 AM

Well this is something....

Ill do my best to answer.