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AFT hatch mod
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2017 2:05 pm
by Bongolia
Here are pics of the hatch mod I did some time ago I thought may be of interest for those with kids especially.
Basically its three pieces of ply of different thicknesses and some stretch carpet. The end flap is hinged using the old lift panel hinge backs. The centre panel can be stored upright against the back or laid on top of the front section.
Really opens up the area for easy access.
https://goo.gl/photos/QAxQoUBj4RndAoR86
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2017 4:23 pm
by Gasy
Looks a nice neat job
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2017 9:17 am
by stuc
I've got 2 pieces of wood in my garage exactly like that but never got around to fitting it.
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2017 10:28 am
by Bongolia
stuc wrote:I've got 2 pieces of wood in my garage exactly like that but never got around to fitting it.
That's your weekend sorted then.
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2017 10:46 pm
by paulmitchelltv
Bongolia wrote:Here are pics of the hatch mod I did some time ago I thought may be of interest for those with kids especially.
Basically its three pieces of ply of different thicknesses and some stretch carpet. The end flap is hinged using the old lift panel hinge backs. The centre panel can be stored upright against the back or laid on top of the front section.
Really opens up the area for easy access.
https://goo.gl/photos/QAxQoUBj4RndAoR86
Hey this looks great as we are trying to do a similar mod. Few questions:
1. you attached the small panel to the rear hinges from the original platform, does it hold up itself? I noticed in one of the pictures it seems held up by a bungee cord.
2. What size of wood did you use?
3. Did you replace the cab piece as well?
REALLY NEAT!
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2017 11:45 pm
by Bongolia
paulmitchelltv wrote:Bongolia wrote:Here are pics of the hatch mod I did some time ago I thought may be of interest for those with kids especially.
Basically its three pieces of ply of different thicknesses and some stretch carpet. The end flap is hinged using the old lift panel hinge backs. The centre panel can be stored upright against the back or laid on top of the front section.
Really opens up the area for easy access.
https://goo.gl/photos/QAxQoUBj4RndAoR86
Hey this looks great as we are trying to do a similar mod. Few questions:
1. you attached the small panel to the rear hinges from the original platform, does it hold up itself? I noticed in one of the pictures it seems held up by a bungee cord.
2. What size of wood did you use?
3. Did you replace the cab piece as well?
REALLY NEAT!
I will measure them up over the weekend and post up some more pixs showing hinges etc.
Re: AFT hatch mod
Posted: Sat Jun 24, 2017 12:00 am
by paulmitchelltv
Bongolia wrote:paulmitchelltv wrote:Bongolia wrote:Here are pics of the hatch mod I did some time ago I thought may be of interest for those with kids especially.
Basically its three pieces of ply of different thicknesses and some stretch carpet. The end flap is hinged using the old lift panel hinge backs. The centre panel can be stored upright against the back or laid on top of the front section.
Really opens up the area for easy access.
https://goo.gl/photos/QAxQoUBj4RndAoR86
Hey this looks great as we are trying to do a similar mod. Few questions:
1. you attached the small panel to the rear hinges from the original platform, does it hold up itself? I noticed in one of the pictures it seems held up by a bungee cord.
2. What size of wood did you use?
3. Did you replace the cab piece as well?
REALLY NEAT!
I will measure them up over the weekend and post up some more pixs showing hinges etc.
thanks!
