Can Plastic Lock Cores on Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbars Be Removed
Question:
The plastic locks that came with my rhino rack do not lock. I can just pull them out. Am I missing something? Thanks
asked by: Michael H
Expert Reply:
Are you talking about the plastic lock cores that came on the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars you purchased from us about a year ago?
The plastic "locks" are really just in place to help keep the end caps from flying off of the crossbar during travel. I'm sure you can punch out the lock core but then that defeats the purpose.
If the plastic tab on the inside that "locks" the end cap into place is damaged then you can replace your end caps with the same plastic locks as part # RRVA-SEC4 or you can upgrade to metal locks with part # RRVA-LEC4.
Metal locks are more durable so it might be worth going that route if you think you might damage the plastic locks again.
Products Referenced in This Question
Rhino-Rack Secure Core Endcaps for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Plastic Cores - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- End Caps
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Locking Endcaps for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Metal Cores - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- End Caps
- Locks
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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