Travato 59G Rear access to under-bed storage?

[ds10]

Wondering if one of the 59G owners (esp. 2015 or 2016) could comment on the possibility of cutting an access on the rear of the under-bed cabinet to allow longer objects to be stored in that space?

I'm referring to the blank panel that's visible when the left rear door is open. Wondering if cutting a hole there would be possible, and if so, if there's enough room for a cover panel over it. The thought is to be able to load a bag that contains microphone stands and a speaker stand into there. Our speakers are likely only going to fit in the aisle under the bed, and we have to fit a few guitars, too, so I'm curious about any places where we could store items that have to be with us.

Anyone have a photo of the inside of the lower storage area below the bed? I'd sure be interested to see it.

[eric1514]

Here is a photo of the back


You could cut a hole there about 10"w x 11"h

From the side


That space is about 10"w x 11"h x 52" long.

Except for the last half.


The rear wheel well takes up more than half of that space leaving you about 5"w x 11" h x 26".

So really you have one space that is 10x11x25 and one that is 5x11x25 although it is one large space with no partition. These measurements are approximate.

Hope this helps,
Eric

[eric1514]

Ingrate.

Eric

[ds10]

Thank you!

[eric1514]

Originally Posted by ds10

Thank you!

That's mo better. You're welcome.

Eric

[BobB]

A number of VW EVC owners add access to a rear compartment using a marine access hatch. Several companies sell them; they come in many sizes.

[ds10]

Nice. Thanks. Makes for a nice, finished look.

[BobB]

That is probably a Bomar,but there are other companies.

Bomar - Hatches - Access


Company sells retail, but check out marine suppliers like West Marine, Defender, even Amazon. Better prices, I think.

Comes in white, gray, black, etc. but note a particular size usually comes in only one of those colors. And the photo may not match the color in the description. Usually gasketed, too.

[mojoman]

I'm curious on how you replace the tail light bulbs. I had to make accommodations in my build to have access to the bulbs and tail light assembly fasteners for replacement in case of damage, without major surgery to the cabinets.
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[eric1514]

Originally Posted by mojoman

I'm curious on how you replace the tail light bulbs...

That's a really good question. I'm in denial about the whole thing.

Eric

[eric1514]

Ok, there is an access port on the driver's side above the bed.



And on the passenger side, this long filler panel comes off.



Eric