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LandRoverAnorak



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Post #877427 10th Jan 2021 11:41am
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Pacha



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PaulMark wrote:
That’s just how front runner installed it and it’s never bothered me enough to warrant drilling more holes in the table.


My OCD would be in overdrive! Big Cry Rgds.

Chris
Post #877458 10th Jan 2021 2:15pm
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SN



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SN wrote:
I notice there are a few variants of these tailgate drop tables for Jeeps on Amazon.

This one caught my eye - no idea whether it fits as well as the one above - seems to be about 48mm longer (before the extender is pulled out) so not sure whether it would still fit on the existing Defender bolt holes as shown above (I think that one 600 wide))

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Front-Runner-Drop...K9QZNFGCWQ


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Have this table fitted to mine.
Nice. I expect the offset is because the existing bolts in the door line up exactly with the back frame sides - I'd be tempted to do something similar to the OP's solution with angle brackets to get the centring.

Thanks for the photos though! Thumbs Up Steve N | 21MY Defender | 08MY Discovery 3 (history) | 06MY Discovery 3 (ancient history)
Post #877534 10th Jan 2021 5:52pm
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Oldmowgli



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Thanks to both OP and PaulMark for the info, these fold down tables look like a great addition, and not expensive. I've just ordered one too.

Cheers

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Post #877912 12th Jan 2021 10:32am
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SN



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Much as I like the extendable one for the extra space, I notice that it blocks access to the bin in the tailgate door unlike the (cheaper) one described by the OP Steve N | 21MY Defender | 08MY Discovery 3 (history) | 06MY Discovery 3 (ancient history)
Post #877913 12th Jan 2021 10:35am
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Supacat



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OP ~ top effort. That looks very nice and maintaining access to original bins/cubby a definite plus.

Is the cable in the tethers just new or actually a little inflexible?
Post #879248 18th Jan 2021 8:03am
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SN wrote:
Much as I like the extendable one for the extra space, I notice that it blocks access to the bin in the tailgate door unlike the (cheaper) one described by the OP


Easily fixed with a hacksaw though. 2021 Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE D300 MHEV
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Post #879249 18th Jan 2021 8:12am
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Sepp



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Did it, too.

For the door panel replacement bolts 6x30mm is enough. 35mm not necessary.

My fold down table came a wee bit narrow, I had to add 5mm spacers. No big deal. Did add them at the inward side so they are not obviously visible.

Thanks to G4R1 for this great mod idea.



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Post #887495 24th Feb 2021 3:51pm
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SCP73



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G4R1 wrote:
It is bolted using the existing holes/nuts, you don’t have to remove the panel. Just remove 4 bolts, 2 on each side of the panel and replace them with longer bolts (about 35mm long) to fix the angle brackets.


Looks really good - and using existing placements was an absolute gem. When the 110 arrives, I will certainly be investing in this well thought out solution. Bow down
Post #888175 27th Feb 2021 8:44pm
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SN



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Right seen enough, I have ordered the requisite bits, I will probably 3d print the spacers when fitting on mine. Steve N | 21MY Defender | 08MY Discovery 3 (history) | 06MY Discovery 3 (ancient history)
Post #888194 27th Feb 2021 9:58pm
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trinner



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Thanks G4R1 for the inspiration!
I like that I didn't have to alter the door at all and used the same trim mounting locations.
I also made a little shelf for stuff to fit underneath, I've got 2 medium sized dogs that have to go back there.
Thanks for the post!


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Post #888854 3rd Mar 2021 7:43pm
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SN



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Last of my bits turned up today - the Bosmutus Tailgate Table itself

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Approximately three weeks in front of the car Big Cry

And SWMBO has just accused me of "I'm sure you're trying to build another car in the gragae before your new one has even arrived!" Shocked

On balance I might actually have more Jeep than Defender bits in my garage right now! Big Cry
But I have a cunning plan... Whistle Steve N | 21MY Defender | 08MY Discovery 3 (history) | 06MY Discovery 3 (ancient history)
Post #890471 10th Mar 2021 3:45pm
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Scrumps



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Hi,

What vintage are the Jeep bits? I have a ‘44 MB😀👍

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Post #890474 10th Mar 2021 4:07pm
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SN



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Amazon item description says "Jeep Wrangler TJ JK JKU 1996-2017 2/4 Door Rubicon Sahara sport" Steve N | 21MY Defender | 08MY Discovery 3 (history) | 06MY Discovery 3 (ancient history)
Post #890475 10th Mar 2021 4:11pm
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DSL



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I suspect those bits in the box are all the Jeep parts. Whistle Whistle
Post #890476 10th Mar 2021 4:11pm
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