D-Pillar Storage Box

An extra storage box on the rear D-pillar, on its way to becoming a small power and heater hub.

Storage box mounted on the rear D-pillar of the Defender, next to the rear window

Photos

Opening and closing the box

D-pillar storage box opened, showing the empty compartment and the door — Opened, before fitting anything inside

Build status

Box mounted on the D-pillarDone
Additional storage spacePlanned
External solar inputPlanned
12 V outletPlanned
Connection for portable diesel heaterPlanned

DoneIn progressPlannedTo be confirmed

About the build

I mounted an additional storage box on the D-pillar of the Defender. Next step: turning it into a utility hub with an external solar input, a 12 V outlet and a connection for my portable diesel heater.

Components and equipment

D-pillar storage box
Aftermarket, made in China
Status
Installed
Price
approx. €300
Source
AliExpress

Link coming soon
Looks similar to Urban Automotive accessories, but it is not an Urban product.
Solar input connector
Brand to be added
Status
Planned
Price
to be added
Source
to be added

Link coming soon
12 V outlet
Brand to be added
Status
Planned
Price
to be added
Source
to be added

Link coming soon