Yes the fixed reels are very close to the back doors to save bending over or having to lean forward whilst reeling in , I've got a couple more pics but for some reason it won't let me up load them at the moment but will keep trying . The reels are fixed to aluminium rails mounted on top of the wheel arches the height is perfect but depending what van you have may be to high or to low , my van is a renault master any questions just ask or if you want any specific pics I'll do my best to show you , I find this set up works very well , best of both worlds with free standing available if I want to use them