Expert Answers about Volvo XC70

• Replacement For Piece Of Locking Mechanism On Yakima Skybox 16
• I reached out to my contact at Yakima and we are a little confused on what you are referring to. If it is part of the lock itself on your Yakima SkyBox 16 Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Black Carbonite, # Y07335, you will want to replace the lock with Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes - Qty 2, # Y8880348. If you are looking at the pieces that hold the large hinge pin in place, I confirmed with Yakima they do not offer a replacement for that...
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• Installation Hardware for Draw-Tite 36297 Class II Hitch on 2006 Volvo XC70
• The Draw-Tite Class II hitch, part # 36297 installs using existing hardware on the 2006 Volvo XC70. On the driver's side frame rail, the exhaust hanger bracket would be removed and the hitch would install using the two bolts that hold the bracket in place. The hitch mounting flange is sandwiched between the exhaust bracket and the frame. On the passenger side, the 2 bolts that hold the tow hook to the frame are used to attach the hitch. The tow hook is not reinstalled. The nuts needed are...
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• Which Adapters Do I Need to Fit a Bike and Ski Rack to My 2015 Volvo XC70 With Factory Roofrack
• I checked with Thule and they tell me that your roof rack is not a Thule roof rack. However, that doesn't mean the hardware to connect your Thule products will not work anyway. But you'll want to measure to make sure first. I went out and measured the adapters that are made for your Criterium which are # XADAPT8. The head is 3/4 inch square and 1/8 inch thick. The shaft of the long bolt is 2-3/8 inches long and the shaft of the short bolt is 1-3/8 inches long. See the picture I've...
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