Unboxing Weather Guard's Partition Swing Door Conversion Kit: Add a Lockable Door to Your Partition

What the Weather Guard partition swing door kit Does

The Weather Guard partition swing door conversion kit (part number 9691-3-1) converts the fixed center panel on a Weather Guard steel van partition into a functioning hinged door. Out of the box, Weather Guard partitions ship with the center panel as a solid fixed piece - the holes and slot for this kit are pre-drilled from the factory, but the hardware to make it swing is sold separately. If you want to walk through from the cab to the cargo area (or the reverse) without going around through the side door or rear doors, this is the kit that makes that happen.

What's in the Box

The Weather Guard partition swing door kit is a compact package with a handful of components. Inside the box you will find the door handle assembly, two keys, a rubber gasket, the hinges, and all the mounting hardware - bolts, nuts, and screws needed to install everything on the partition panel. The rubber gasket is there to dampen noise so the door does not rattle against the partition frame while the van is moving.

Like other Weather Guard accessories, the kit does not include a full printed instruction sheet. Instead, there is a one-page card with a QR code. Scan it with your phone to access the full installation instructions, which are available in color - helpful for a job with multiple components where visual reference makes the steps clearer.

The kit is relatively straightforward: install the hinges to one side of the center panel, mount the handle and latch assembly on the other side, and fit the rubber gasket around the frame. The result is a center panel that swings open and latches shut, with a lockable handle that keeps it secured while driving.

Key Code and Locking

The Weather Guard partition swing door kit uses the RH01 key code. This is the same key code used across other lockable Weather Guard accessories including shelf doors and drawer cabinets. If you are building out a full van with multiple lockable components - shelf doors, a drawer cabinet, and this door kit - you can have everything keyed to RH01 and use one key for the entire build. The key code is stamped on the lock cylinder itself, so if you ever lose your keys, you can reference that code for a replacement. Two keys come in the kit.

Ready to add a pass-through door to your partition? Order the Weather Guard partition swing door conversion kit at Upfit Supply. Need the partition itself first? Find the Weather Guard Ford Transit partition for your roof height. For everything else in the build, browse the full Weather Guard lineup to upfit your van.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy the partition separately from the swing door kit?

Yes. The Weather Guard partition swing door conversion kit (9691-3-1) is an accessory that installs on the center panel of a Weather Guard steel van partition. The partition itself is a separate purchase.

What does the rubber gasket do?

The rubber gasket creates a buffer between the door and the partition frame, cutting down on the metal-on-metal contact that causes noise and vibration while driving.

Is a printed instruction guide included?

There is no full printed guide in the box. A QR code card is included instead - scan it to access the digital installation instructions. Weather Guard makes them available in color, which can be helpful when working with multiple hardware pieces.

Can this kit be used on any Weather Guard partition?

The kit is designed for Weather Guard steel partitions that have the pre-drilled door conversion holes in the center panel. Check your partition's product details to confirm compatibility before ordering.