The truck in question was a Toyota Hilux<\/strong>, which \u2014 as some fellow Americans noted \u2014 is a dream rig that\u2019s hard to get stateside for at least another 20 years. Still, the setup he shared was impressive and inspiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the user, the process started by removing both the rear window from the truck cab and the front window from the camper shell<\/strong>. In place of the glass, he shaped 3mm aluminum sheets<\/strong> to fit the window frames. Then he cut matching rectangular openings<\/strong> in both panels \u2014 perfectly aligned \u2014 so the accordion boot could slide over them evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once the cuts were made and test-fitted, he glued the accordion boot into place using silicone adhesive<\/strong>. The result? A sealed, weatherproof pass-through that\u2019s been 100% leak-free through rain, snow, and the test of time.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s been years<\/strong>, and the seal is still going strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Aside from just looking clean and stealthy, the pass-through has some major functional perks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n He summed it up perfectly: \u201cBest of both worlds.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n A few others chimed in with smart questions, so we thought we\u2019d address them here:<\/p>\n\n\n Not necessarily. If you remove the windows and can work from both sides, you can get it done without taking the topper off completely <\/p> Yes, there was some road noise<\/strong>, and a small draft coming from the camper itself, but nothing unbearable. The user mentioned plans to add insulation to the cab later on.<\/p> With a sunshade in the front windshield and side window coverings, it\u2019s pretty much undetectable<\/strong> \u2014 making it great for stealth camping setups.<\/p><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n Other folks in the community loved the idea. One person commented, <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI WILL tell people I got it from a fellow redditor though. Cheers.\u201d<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Another said they\u2019d done a similar install on their Toyota Tundra<\/strong> and after 8 years, it\u2019s still leak-free<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, there was the occasional comment from someone who couldn\u2019t quite fit through their window <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cSadly I don\u2019t fit through the opening\u2026 the window isn\u2019t that big\u201d<\/em>,<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Overall response was full of admiration and people eager to try it themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This kind of install is a great reminder of how much utility and comfort a well-sealed pass-through can bring \u2014 especially when paired with a high-quality accordion boot. It\u2019s stealthy, it\u2019s clean, and when done right, it lasts for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Got a similar setup? We\u2019d love to feature it! Reach out and send us your photos, notes, or build details.<\/p>\n\n\n You can order rubber boot material for your special project requiring pass through access. These seals are extruded from a durable EPDM synthetic rubber and incorporate a flexible spring steel clip for attachment to any flange. This material is sold by the foot. Choose between accordion boot or compression boot.<\/p>\n<\/div>The Pass-Through Setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Do you need to remove your topper to do this?<\/strong>
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Is it noticeable from the outside?<\/strong><\/h5>
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