VW Transporter T5 to T6.1 tailgate hidden / Stealth flap / cover. Who knew that space was there?

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  • Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
  • Available here - transporterhq....
    There is nothing worse on a beautifully converted campervan, than all manner of ugly connection points coming out of the sides. Brought to you by the people that designed the ever popular e-grille, this stealth rear door flap is a great way to hide all types of connection points. These can be use for electric hook up, LPG inlet and BBQ point outlets, water points for under slung tanks amongst many other connection points.
    We’ve seen people try the make this type of thing over the years and they’ve worked, but they aren’t pretty, they sag and flap around, don’t lock in place, have ugly silver cupboard hinges, or hit back against the bodywork. This has been design to work with the simplest of fitting, using your original painted cover trim. When installed the panels sits in its original position so you can’t even tell its there when closed. The hinge system has been cleverly deigned to pull out and way from the body, while locating and holding in place with hidden magnets. When open there is plenty of space for multiple connection tyres.
    Design to work with T5 right though to the current T6.1 Transporters with a tailgate, RHD and LHD models (Not compatible with barn door vehicles)
    The package contains all the parts needed for installation as well as simple to follow online instructions.

Комментарии • 126

  • @CombeValleyCampers
    @CombeValleyCampers 2 года назад +2

    We made a set of these for a van in 2017. We had hook up on the left side, and water fill on the right. A nice mod

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Double flaps!! 👌😊

    • @CombeValleyCampers
      @CombeValleyCampers 2 года назад +1

      @@THQAutomotive no where near as clean as yours, but we used a piano hinge so they could open all the way out

  • @michaelfrohlich6967
    @michaelfrohlich6967 2 года назад +9

    Nice. I just 3d printed this for my California and installed a propane/butane hookup for the internal bottle.
    Be careful - the space is partially occupied if the model has the side assist option.

  • @garyjackson6333
    @garyjackson6333 2 года назад +1

    I know I'm not the first but need a offside version. looks very well designed and thought out excellent bit of kit

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      I spoke to him yesterday and they're working on the left side now

    • @garyjackson6333
      @garyjackson6333 2 года назад

      @@THQAutomotive great news definitely in shopping basket. Be sure to let us all know. Thanks

  • @NickVan-r5h
    @NickVan-r5h 4 месяца назад

    Hi, I have a lowered VW 2010 5.1 camper and socket under rear bumper which keeps getting caught on uneven ground when backing up. This is a good alternative, but..... Purchased kit and although clever and can be made to work, it has some problems. Screws to attach panels to hinge only engage by 2 mm, the 3D printed section they screw into is not solid but is printed with thin walls, so is hollow. Very hard to get perfect fit without making a final shim between hinge and panel to align panel shuts. With some careful DIY work you can get it to fit with a shim but the very short screws supplied are a waste of time, they will not hold panel in place and it will fly off the van after a few miles. I very carefully drilled for thread inserts (just enough room!) and before fitting inserts filled the gap in the 3D printed section with epoxy filler to better hold the inserts. Did the designer test his design in the real world of VW campers - probably not.

  • @theandroidanglers4931
    @theandroidanglers4931 2 года назад +13

    £150 for a hinge. WOW!. Good idea but I'll stick with a 230V socket inlet under my van.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +6

      Good for you

    • @davidallcock3981
      @davidallcock3981 2 года назад +13

      If you can’t afford it don’t knock it, a great deal of R&D has gone into perfecting this. Feel free to lie Down in the mud to access your utility point which is a much lower cost solution.

  • @FiammaTortoli
    @FiammaTortoli 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for your suggestion!

  • @liam-james
    @liam-james Год назад

    That squeak would drive me insane 😂

  • @MrJcd998
    @MrJcd998 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hi .. £150 .
    Where are you based ?

  • @John1986ATR
    @John1986ATR 9 месяцев назад

    Any photos of a 240v connection in behind this?

  • @dleseman
    @dleseman 11 месяцев назад

    @TransporterHQ Do you have the pdf instruction file?

  • @vwjoshua
    @vwjoshua 2 года назад

    Awesome video, great job Mitch 🙌🏻🤩

  • @laurabiddle6416
    @laurabiddle6416 2 года назад

    Was going to go for bonnet hook up, but if they could do this drivers side I’d prefer this!

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      It's a few months away but it will happen.

    • @laurabiddle6416
      @laurabiddle6416 2 года назад

      @@THQAutomotive awesome, very excited for your new flush sliders too. Windows on hold til they’re out.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      @@laurabiddle6416 not long now 😊

  • @georgeyboyhowe1685
    @georgeyboyhowe1685 2 года назад

    hi i done this to my 2005 T5 when new for my 12v sockets not a new idea although still neat atb

    • @tommorides8086
      @tommorides8086 2 года назад

      Yes the space has been there forever.
      Various changes of course throughout the years will affect how the vehicle looks behind there.
      Same principle otherwise.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      I know it's not new. Just nice to see it done this neatly

  • @derbylopez1591
    @derbylopez1591 Год назад

    donde puedo comprar las piezas, soy de las islas canarias la palma, españa

  • @andrewivison9099
    @andrewivison9099 2 года назад

    I order one not noticing it was for the passenger side. You guys made a big error making that side first. Everyone’s electrics are on the drivers side. Now I have to make some changes.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      No we don't make an error, they were originally design for LPG gas in and out, we just released it could be used for lots of other applications. Plus in the Europe they want it all the other way around. We've working on a Right side cover at the moment. Just send it back and we'll refund you 😊

  • @cliveshort7471
    @cliveshort7471 2 года назад +2

    Are VisionTech going to make them for the right hand side..would seem more feasible, nice design though..

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      We've had a few people ask now. I'll speak to them and see what they say.

    • @danielthomas1735
      @danielthomas1735 2 года назад

      I'd take a right one too as my hookup is currently in the centre of the rear bumper but runs to the right so I'd have to extend it to get to the left.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      @@danielthomas1735 Keep your eye on our website for updates.

  • @rorylocal
    @rorylocal Год назад

    Would this for the T6.1 Caravelle?
    Great mod.

  • @simonmcfarland2868
    @simonmcfarland2868 Год назад

    I modified mine 6 years ago for the electric hook up to hide it. Was mine the original???

  • @tonygould580
    @tonygould580 Год назад

    I Did something similar to my T5.1 back in 2015 then sold the van without telling the new owner about it. Wonder how long it was before they found it??

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Год назад

      haha, i'm love to see his / her face when they discovered it :)

  • @raychambers3646
    @raychambers3646 2 года назад

    Mine is situated behind the fog light on my t4.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Yeah I've seen this done. Great idea

  • @ianshuttleworth3804
    @ianshuttleworth3804 9 месяцев назад

    This is brilliant

  • @craigjames1355
    @craigjames1355 2 года назад

    That is a fine bit of kit guys , well done it’s so neat 👍 what wheels you got the van ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      They are Navis wheels. Custom made GP7 split rims.

  • @chrishenderson7592
    @chrishenderson7592 2 года назад

    Looks good. When is right hand side going to be available?

  • @duncanpotter5323
    @duncanpotter5323 2 года назад +1

    Awesomeness

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      Good but of kit isn't it

    • @duncanpotter5323
      @duncanpotter5323 2 года назад

      @@THQAutomotive it’s great, I’m also loving the key safe idea for hiking etc, genius…

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      @@duncanpotter5323 Yes there are so many uses for this. We love it :)

  • @KeviNissan
    @KeviNissan 9 месяцев назад

    That looks nice!

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  9 месяцев назад +1

      They've become really popular

  • @markbarnes5073
    @markbarnes5073 Год назад

    Do you have a link to right hand side?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Год назад

      They are both on the website. Just search 'stealth' transporterhq.co.uk

  • @davidhatt8795
    @davidhatt8795 2 года назад

    A few questions can you fit this for me and how much would that cost plus what key safe did you use please

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Yes would could fit it. £60+vat labour. The key safe is just off Amazon. I think it was £16

  • @bigeein
    @bigeein 2 года назад

    If only companies that did camper conversions though of doing this

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      We supply these to camper conversion companies

    • @bigeein
      @bigeein 2 года назад

      @@THQAutomotive I know it’s not your bag, but, who is doing work to your level on Transit Customs. My Budget couldn’t stretch to a new Transporter. Even though they are the better built vans

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      @@bigeein I don't really know, sorry 😞

  • @geedub2019
    @geedub2019 2 года назад +2

    Any reason why you've chosen the passenger side? Will you be offering both sides as an option?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      I'll speak to them about also make one for the right side.

    • @epicrob2725
      @epicrob2725 2 года назад

      @@THQAutomotive Yes all my services are on drivers side with kitchen, means i have to route water, gas, 240 etc over to other side. be great to get drivers side option 🙂

    • @mcjjordan
      @mcjjordan 2 года назад

      All ones ive seen done were on the right where all the units are

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      @@mcjjordan I've confirmed its now being re-designed so we also have a left side version

    • @hamblos9344
      @hamblos9344 Год назад

      Any news on the RHS version? I can’t see it on your website.

  • @JefferyRoberts-h5s
    @JefferyRoberts-h5s Год назад

    What is required to be done on the inside ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Год назад

      What do you mean, sorry I don't understand

    • @JefferyRoberts-h5s
      @JefferyRoberts-h5s Год назад

      How is the electric wire passed through ? Do you have to drill holes ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Год назад

      Its totally up to you have what you put there. Different people route the cables of gas pipe etc in different ways. @@JefferyRoberts-h5s

    • @JefferyRoberts-h5s
      @JefferyRoberts-h5s Год назад

      Thank you

  • @omfgishBenneh
    @omfgishBenneh 2 года назад +2

    Oh nice, thanks for showing me where to hide my weed 😂

  • @roostaraver
    @roostaraver 2 года назад

    Looks very neat

  • @abitrich
    @abitrich 2 года назад

    Do you sell standard replacements for those panels? My T5.1 has Black bumper style panels there which look pretty naff.

  • @JJamJ
    @JJamJ 2 года назад

    Very clever👍

  • @andrehorbacz4430
    @andrehorbacz4430 2 года назад

    Hi, what rust inhibitor are you using for this?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Any will be fine. We use the same stuff we use when fitting windows that comes as primer in our window fitting kits.

  • @nilsjohnsen7515
    @nilsjohnsen7515 2 года назад

    Can’t find it on ur site

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      transporterhq.co.uk/vw-transporter-parts-styling-accessories/t6-grilles/t6-grilles-trims/vw-transporter-tailgate-stealth-rear-door-compartment/

  • @longer803
    @longer803 2 года назад

    How to buy This Kit?

  • @peterwilding9744
    @peterwilding9744 2 года назад

    Very neat and tidy 👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍

  • @neilowen9468
    @neilowen9468 2 года назад

    Excellent! 😊👍

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      It's a clever idea and well designed for sure.

  • @arturswidzikowski6185
    @arturswidzikowski6185 2 года назад

    Hi,
    Do you plan to sell it on eu website ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      Yes we will do. They'll have stock in 4 weeks

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Yes we will do. They'll have stock in 4 weeks

  • @jamesclack9878
    @jamesclack9878 2 года назад

    Genius 👍👍

  • @robbiemulholland8412
    @robbiemulholland8412 2 года назад

    At last great job.....

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +1

      Good thing's come to those that wait as they say.... Although 19 years is pushing it a little!! haha

  • @The_Arby
    @The_Arby 2 года назад

    Cool idea 🙂

  • @Fekillix
    @Fekillix Год назад

    URL does not work anymore.

  • @paulroberts9097
    @paulroberts9097 2 года назад

    Another +1 for the right side please :)

  • @SMSCOOBY71
    @SMSCOOBY71 2 года назад

    So how is this for a T5?
    Video title says T5

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      Yep, works for T5 and T6

    •  Год назад

      @@THQAutomotiveincluding 2003-2009 t5s?

  • @niallangus1981
    @niallangus1981 2 года назад +1

    Nice piece of kit!
    Looks a lot more solid than the one I have installed. 👍🏻
    Is there an option for it to be fitted on either the right or left ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      No they currently only make them for the left side.

    • @mikeshacklock6208
      @mikeshacklock6208 2 года назад +2

      @@THQAutomotive That’s a dam shame😢 all my electrics are 🇬🇧 off-side, as are most peoples due to cabinetry position. My hookup is currently under the bumper there. This would’ve been a no brainer 4 me if you can produce a mirror version….please 😉

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +5

      @@mikeshacklock6208 I'll speak to Visiontech as we've had a few requests now.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад +4

      @@mikeshacklock6208 I'll speak to Visiontech about making one for the other side.

  • @clnred
    @clnred 2 года назад

    If you have a link it doesn’t work

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      It should work? transporterhq.co.uk/vw-transporter-parts-styling-accessories/t6-grilles/t6-grilles-trims/vw-transporter-tailgate-stealth-rear-door-compartment/

  • @jimflynn5105
    @jimflynn5105 2 года назад

    People have been doing this for ten years or more.

  • @curranhouse
    @curranhouse 2 года назад

    Darn - out of stock :(

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 года назад

      It shouldn't be, we have loads. Give me 20 minutes and check.

  • @hk265668
    @hk265668 2 года назад

    Pls check email thx