Disco Devil
Member Since: 12 Oct 2014
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 51
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Anybody got any back to back experience of the Hatchbag vs UK Custom Covers boot liner?
Not sure which one to go for. Also are the cargo anchor points still accessible when either of these are fitted?
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30th Nov 2014 5:06 pm |
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Paul White
Member Since: 27 Jan 2012
Location: Marshfield, Nr Bath
Posts: 279
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First question, the Hatchbag is far superior, but more expensive. It is easy to clean, easy to remove. No rings round the head restraints, just velcro fasteners.
Second question, no, the cargo anchor points are not accessible from either but you can get to them by dropping the sides on the Hatchbag.
Word of warning...YOU MUST clean the silicone off the trim before applying the velcro tabs or they will come off after a while. Use Autoglym Tar Remover.
Forgot to say, the tailgate cover and flap cover are brilliant on the Hatchbag
Paul 2014 Face Lift D4 HSE Aintree Green
2012 D4 HSE Aintree Green Gone
2011 D4 XS Galway Green Gone
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2nd Dec 2014 5:56 pm |
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GlosBoy
Member Since: 16 Oct 2009
Location: Chandlers Ford
Posts: 2444
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I installed the Hatchbag from new.
we use a fully fitted D4 Bargo Cage and I put the full boot mat under it Just added protection as the cage is heavy and 3, sometime 4 flatties at 60-70lbs a piece is really heavy
I think we have the tailgate flap as well but again, I also put another customer made carpet protector for the tailgate.
It was expensive in all but has fully protected our from the mud and dust the mutts kick up
I cant believe the dust our 3 make
But just a wipe down and its perfect again D4 HSE - Aintree Green
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Stornaway D4. Gone, Didn't like it at all
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2nd Dec 2014 6:04 pm |
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Captain Slow
Member Since: 18 Feb 2009
Location: Herts
Posts: 459
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hatchbag for me Prince Harry's D3: G4 factory equipped D3 - expo rack, winch, roof lights, ladder, active locking rear diff, RAI, Melville & Moon seat covers, General Grabber ATs/ Goodyear Duratrac
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2nd Dec 2014 6:45 pm |
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Disco Devil
Member Since: 12 Oct 2014
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 51
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Thanks guys, I'll go for the hatchbag with the rubber mat, although I might either ask for eyelets to be made for the cargo rings or get it done at the local sail makers
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12th Dec 2014 3:35 pm |
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dubbs
Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626
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Our hatch bag is now three years old an nearly comes up like new when cleaned out and wiped down - this is despite tip runs, trans K9 taken in and out (I'd have expected the steel and rather sharp ends to have ripped the hatch bag as I slide it in by now but not at all!)
We have the one with the split to allow it to cover the rear seats when folded down. Also have the sides.
Instead of using the velcro use pop rivets - I'd did this on the suggestion of someone else and it works REALLY well. MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag
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12th Dec 2014 4:19 pm |
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Paul White
Member Since: 27 Jan 2012
Location: Marshfield, Nr Bath
Posts: 279
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What pop rivets are you using?
My Hatchbag is brilliant too with the TransK9 box and it slides into the car easily...bloody heavy box mind you!!
The only slight problem is the velcro tabs even after cleaning the trim, but it is not too much hassle in replacing them when the "sticky" wears off.
Paul 2014 Face Lift D4 HSE Aintree Green
2012 D4 HSE Aintree Green Gone
2011 D4 XS Galway Green Gone
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12th Dec 2014 4:23 pm |
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dubbs
Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Heavy-duty-Poppe...1063569040
Like these... work really well. MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag
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12th Dec 2014 5:13 pm |
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Paul White
Member Since: 27 Jan 2012
Location: Marshfield, Nr Bath
Posts: 279
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As my wife says "You are useless when it comes to DIY", so any chance of a tutorial to fit these rivets please
Also how many did you fit along the sides?
Paul 2014 Face Lift D4 HSE Aintree Green
2012 D4 HSE Aintree Green Gone
2011 D4 XS Galway Green Gone
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12th Dec 2014 5:16 pm |
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dubbs
Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626
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I bought a bag of 50, they come with a tool to snap the cap on to the cap.
The "stud" needs to be screwed in to the plastic with a small self tapping screw which you can buy from B&Q or anywhere. MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag
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12th Dec 2014 5:21 pm |
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dubbs
Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626
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Here you go....
http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic83139.h...ress+studs
Wiggs actually pointed me to this solution originally - great idea especially if you're keeping the car a few years. MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag
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12th Dec 2014 5:25 pm |
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Skynet
Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Posts: 868
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Paul White wrote:As my wife says "You are useless when it comes to DIY", so any chance of a tutorial to fit these rivets please
Also how many did you fit along the sides?
Paul
Shouldn't you be baking or something Paul
Actually that reminds me I must call in for Xmas biccies Dave
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12th Dec 2014 5:30 pm |
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mjcgold
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: Hale Village
Posts: 44
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Got to be a hatchbag for me. I've had three cars now with them in.
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12th Dec 2014 7:25 pm |
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Westermant
Member Since: 09 Dec 2014
Location: Ulceby
Posts: 50
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Got to be hatchbag, I havnt got it in my disco but I had it on my golf and 3 series and they were brilliant
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12th Dec 2014 8:09 pm |
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Brian_DL13
Member Since: 25 Aug 2013
Location: Teesdale
Posts: 1418
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I had a Hatchbag and there was too much velcro for me.
Currently have a Boot Buddy. Different concept as it's semi-rigid but for me much more practical.
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12th Dec 2014 8:20 pm |
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