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  • Replacement Locking Latch For Yakima Or Thule Roof Cargo Boxes
  • The roof box latches we offer are designed for specific roof boxes. The Yakima SpaceCase and SpaceBooster roof boxes locking latch has been discontinued, but we do have the replacement SuperLatch assembly # Y8880348 for the Yakima Skybox cargo box. We also have a replacement lock and keys for a SportRack Explorer roof box. This is part # SR03807.
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  • 18 Cubic Foot Roof-Mounted Cargo Box that Opens on Both Sides
  • According to Yakima, the SkyBox definitely opens and latches from both sides This allows you to open the lid from the side of the vehicle that works best for you. Thule, offers many different roof cargo boxes that are also capable of opening on both sides. Their Force XT, part # TH6358B is very comparable box to the SkyBox for you to check out. You can see how the box opens on both sides by watching the video I have linked. When considering a roof mounted cargo box, be sure to choose...
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  • Can Yakima SkyBox 18 Cargo Box Remain on Vehicle When Empty
  • According to my Yakima representative, it is perfectly fine to leave the # Y07336 SkyBox 18 on the roof when it is empty. The box is rock-solid, and will not depend on any weight in it to provide stability. However, keep in mind that leaving the box on the vehicle when it is not needed will have negative effects on your fuel economy.
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  • Keying Thule AeroBlade Roof Rack, Bike Rack and Cargo Box Alike
  • It is certainly possible to add locks to your roof rack and replace the existing locks on your cargo box and bike rack so they are all keyed alike. Thule offers their replacement lock cores that are all keyed alike. You can get them with either 2 locks # TH450200, 4 locks # TH450400, 6 locks # TH450600, or 8 locks # On the rack feet, you'll remove the knock-outs and install the locks as shown in the video I linked to. With your bike rack and the cargo box, You will use the Thule Universal...
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  • Alternate Mounting Hardware for Mercedes Rooftop Box to fit 2020 Toyota Sequoia Factory Roof Rack
  • If you want to adapt your rooftop box you may be able to, though we don't have a confirmed way for a Mercedes-branded rooftop cargo box to fit any vehicle, including your 2020 Toyota Sequoia with a factory roof rack. You would have to drill holes in the box and use mounting hardware like the Replacement Hardware Kit for Searsbox Cargo Box # TH05603 and fill the holes with Loctite sealant # LT37467. Apart from that you would need a new rooftop cargo box that is a confirmed fit for a 2020...
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  • What Are the 4 Chrome Clips Used for in the Replacement Mounting Hardware for Trunx Roof Cargo Box?
  • The four chrome clips that you're seeing in the Replacement Mounting Hardware for Trunx Roof Cargo Box # CTC-18PARTS are the spring safety clips used to keep your cargo box shut and secured.
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  • Are the Thule Cargo Boxes Water Tight to Prevent Water from Leaking Out
  • Most rooftop cargo boxes are not water tight. There are small voids in the floor of the cargo box around the mounting clamps. The Thule Pulse cargo boxes like part # TH614 that you referenced does have rubber strips around the openings, but small voids are still present. One pleasant feature of the Pulse cargo boxes is that the center of the cargo box is raised. This will allow water to pool in the lower sections toward the front and rear. There are no holes in the lower sections. I made...
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  • Downsides to Leaving a Cargo Box Permanently on a Vehicle
  • Besides fuel economy, there are a few downsides to leaving a Cargo Box, like the Thule Motion XT, part # TH629906, on all the time. I recommend uninstalling the cargo box when it is not in use because leaving the box on all the time causes it to be exposed to the elements including UV exposure and temperature extremes which causes constant wear and tear to the cargo box. While Thule makes their products from durable materials, a roof box that is left installed when not in use will cause...
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  • How Many Replacement Tie-Down Straps For Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Boxes 10169 Come In The Box
  • I spoke with Thule and they informed me that the Replacement Tie-Down Strap for Thule Roof Mounted Cargo Boxes # 10169 is shipped as one (1) strap, and measures in at 123" and is 3/4" wide.
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  • Can Rainwater Leak into the Thule Force XT Cargo Box?
  • While no cargo carrier is 100% water tight, it is highly unlikely that water will leak into the Thule Force XT box like the # TH6356B. This is because the lid has a lip that goes all the way around the box that allows water to drop off from the lid onto the roof without going into the bottom base of the box where your cargo is stored. I went ahead and attached an image that shows this lip. The Force XT fits crossbars that do not exceed 3-5/16" wide x 1-1/2" tall. If you need a crossbar...
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  • Minimum Roof Thickness for Furrion Chill AC With Distribution Box and Thermostat
  • The Furrion Chill HE RV Air Conditioner System - Manual - 15,000 Btu - White # FR92PR does come with a 115VAC power cord but it wires to a breaker box so it does not have any type of end on it. The Chill can only be installed on a 3-1/2" to 6" thick roof and there is not adapter kit available. The thinnest roof you can mount an AC on is a 2-1/2" to 5" thick roof with the Advent Air RV Air Conditioner with Air Distribution Box and Start Capacitor # ACM150C Both units are complete and...
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  • Size Opening to Install Advent Air RV Air Conditioner w/ Air Distribution Box
  • The Advent Air RV Air Conditioner w/ Air Distribution Box, Start Capacitor, and Heat Strip, # ACM135CH is designed to fit an opening that measures 14-1/4" x 14-1/4" +/- 1/8" There is no height requirement for the opening, it depends on thickness of your roof and how you choose to frame the opening.
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  • New Hardware for Cargo Box That Does Not Fit Current Crossbars
  • It would be great if we had a way to guarantee you can essentially elongate your Thule Alpine rooftop box but there is no replacement hardware which is designed for that purpose and I would not be able to confirm hardware that can. If you are willing to drill new holes at whichever points will allow you to mount the box I recommend going with simple U-bolts, the Replacement Mounting Hardware for Car Top Cargo Roof Cargo Box # CTC-18PARTS which is just U-bolts, plates and hand knobs. You...
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  • Can the Rightline Cargo Bag RL100S30 Be Locked to Secure its Contents
  • Fabric-type cargo carriers like this generally do not include locks since a determined thief would just cut open the bag. However, we do offer locking rooftop cargo carriers, the tough ABS plastic box type like Thule's Pulse Large Locking Cargo Box # TH615. The Pulse includes oversize locks, offers a 16-cubic-foot (110-lb) cargo capacity and fits on just about all roof rack crossbars, including most factory-installed car roof racks. If you want to tell me your car's year/make/model/version...
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  • Will The LaSalle Bristol XTRM PVC RV Roof Membrane Come On A Tube Or Folded Up
  • The LaSalle Bristol XTRM PVC RV Roof Membrane # 3441700534142711421 is going to ship rolled up tube as seen in the pictures. There will be a protective wrapping around and it and should also be placed into another box to protect the membrane. I recommend picking up LaSalle Bristol's installation kit # 3442703414KIT so that you have the correct sealants and adhesives to replace the membrane on your RV. I recommend checking out Shane's installation video that I've attached below to help walk...
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  • What Packaging Does The LaSalle Bristol Roof Membrane Ship In?
  • The LaSalle Bristol XTRM PVC RV Roof Membrane # 3441700534142711430 ships in a tube. This tube will be approximately 10'6" long, 10" in diameter and weighs 86lbs. Due to the length and weight it requires to be shipped on a freight style truck.
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  • Will Roof Rack on 2021 Ford Escape w/ Flush Rails Allow Sunroof to Open
  • Roof rack manufacturers all say not to open the sunroof on your 2021 Ford Escape with flush-mounted rails when using a roof rack, though it depends on how how high up the sunroof goes when open. The bottom of the rack will be approximately 3 inches from your panoramic sunroof so there may be interference. If not, or you're okay with that, the correct Thule roof rack fit for your '21 Escape with flush-mounted rails is the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Silver # TH711400 or...
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  • Lock Cores For Thule Evolution Cargo Box
  • There are replacement lock cores and keys for your Thule Evolution cargo box, and if that's what you were referring to by "locking system" then you can replace them with Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders # TH450200. Otherwise, if your cargo box won't work due to not having a locking system then there is no other alternative, you will need a new cargo box, like the Trunx Rooftop Cargo Carrier # TRX44FR or Thule Sidekick Roof Mounted Cargo Carrier Box # TH78GC.
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  • Replacement Strap For Sears X-Cargo Box
  • We have replacement tie-down straps for Thule cargo boxes that may work for your Sears X-cargo roof box. They are part # 10169. These straps measure 3/4 inches wide and 115 inches long. These are designed to loop through the slots in the cargo boxes to secure your cargo inside your carrier. I have also linked you to our product page for cargo tie-downs you can check out.
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  • How to Minimize Wind Noise When Using Yakima Load Warrier Roof Cargo Basket Y07070
  • Any object on the roof of a vehicle will make some wind noise at highway speed and this includes roof racks themselves, roof cargo baskets like the Yakima Load Warrior # Y07070 and even the more aerodynamic enclosed carriers like their RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box # Y07192. If its up there it'll make some noise. For most of us, it won't take too long on the highway to decide to roll up the windows. What you load into your cargo basket will tend to be what makes the most noise but...
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