How to Make Installing and Accessing Roof Mounted Cargo Boxes Easier
Question:
We have a Rav 4 and a thule sidekick. Its a long way across the top to get to the rear u mounts. Its almost impossible for one person to reach across, fit the u under the cross bars, come up through the holes, hold it steady, put on the support bracket then spin on the wingnuts. Is there any way easier way? Thank you
asked by: Kathleen &
Expert Reply:
We offer a product that would make accessing any roof mounted accessory much easier.
Regardless of whether you're installing, removing, loading or unloading your # MPG901 Malone Cargo12 roof cargo box, a door step like the Rightline # RL100660 that installs using the door striker would make accessing the roof easy for even the most vertically-challenged folks (some of our customers even use it when they're washing and waxing the roof of the vehicle). The portion of the step that touches the vehicle is rubber coated so it won't scratch the paint and the step is small enough that it can easily be stashed away just about anywhere.
Once the cargo box mounts are closer within reach, you'll very likely find it easier to get everything installed efficiently.
I've link to a demonstration video showing how the step works.
![Mike L](https://images.etrailer.com/static/images/catg/people/166_tn.jpg)
Products Referenced in This Question
Rightline Gear Moki Door Step - 400 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Car Roof Bag
- Roof Basket
- Roof Box
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Rack
- Watersport Carriers
- Door Steps
- Rightline Gear
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Malone Cargo12 Rooftop Cargo Box - 12 cu ft - High Gloss Gray
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Square Bars
- Round Bars
- Short Length
- High Profile
- Small Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Gray
- Malone
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Malone Cargo12 Rooftop Cargo Box - 12 cu ft - High Gloss Gray
- Q&A: What Crossbar Spread is Needed for Malone Cargo12 Rooftop Cargo Box
- Shop: Trunx Rooftop Cargo Carrier - 9 cu ft - Black
- Q&A: Will the Malone Cargo12 Cargo Box Fit My 2019 Audi Q5 with Factory Crossbars?
- Shop: Inno Shadow 16 Rooftop Cargo Box - 13 cu ft - Matte Black
- Shop: Inno Ridge Rooftop Cargo Box - 8 cu ft - Gloss Black
- Shop: Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box - 14 cu ft - Black
- Shop: Yakima DeepSpace 10 Rooftop Cargo Box - 10 cu ft - Black
- Shop: Trunx Rooftop Cargo Box - 18 cu ft - Black
- Q&A: Wiring a Camper Shell Third Brake Light on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado
- Search Results: 44649
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: Replacement LED Top Command Clearance Light With SAE-AP2-16 On Lens For 2018 Sunseeker Motorhome
- Search Results: 68149
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Video: Lippert Electric Travel Trailer Leveling System Installation - 2018 Forest River Flagstaff V-Lite Tr
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Trailer Valet 5X Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover Review
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: 25580
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
- Video: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System Installation - 2022 Ford F-150
- Q&A: Replacement 5 Leaf Slipper Spring for a Tandem Axle Dump Trailer with Two 6K Axles
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: dust caps
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Search Results: coupler
- Video: Trailer Hub and Drum Inspection FAQ