Replacement Handle for Yakima Skybox 21 Made Before 2011

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Hi. Ive got a Yakima skybox 21? from 09 or 10 with 1 handle not working. Tried to open it w/o key. Is part y8880348 what I need? AND is it somewhat easily replaced? Thanks!

asked by: Andrew S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

You do in fact need part # Y8880348. This includes a new set of 2 handles and 2 lock cores with keys for your Yakima Skybox 21.

If you're needing other replacement parts, they are:
- Mounting Hardware, part # Y90135
- Cargo Box Cam Hardware, part # 8870071
- Seal Strip, part # 8870086
- Barrel Nut, part # Y8870083

expert reply by: Jacob W

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Answer 1

The length of the Replacement Barrel Nut for the Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Box is 1-1/4 inches and the diameter is 7/16 of an inch. This barrel nut is designed as a replacement part for Yakima SkyBox Mounting Hardware. It fits a 1/4 inch - 20 size bolt.…

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Answer 2

You should be able to open the box from the other side. Once you have the other side open you can then replace the handle you took to the locksmith. Unless the locksmith wasn't able to fix the issue. If you need replacement handles we carry them,…

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Answer 3

I checked with Yakima and for the SkyBox 21 made from 2009 to present the lift struts are part #8880683 for the rear and #8880684 for the front.

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Answer 4

I may have a solution for you, but the photos you provided don't shed any light on what you've got. I'll start off by saying that the Sky Box series of cargo boxes made before 2009 cannot have the handles replaced; these are an…

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Answer 5

Yes, the part #Y8870083 is the correct barrel nut for a Skybox 16 cargo box like yours.

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Answer 6

The correct replacement handles for a Yakima SkyBox made from 2009 on is the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes #Y8880348. These come in a quantity of two with lock cores and keys, so you have the right…

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Answer 7

The Replacement Mounting Clamp for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes part #Y62XR is an exact replacement for the Yakima Mounting Clamp 8890135 per Yakima. The only difference is the new design did away with the barrel nut but the bolt size and spacing are…

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Answer 8

I wish there was a trick to opening the Yakima SkyBox 21 Rooftop Cargo Box #Y07337 with the handles broken off, but there is nothing that is feasible; you can try using a Channel Lock but it doesn't seem likely you can do it without damaging the…

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Answer 9

Right around the time you bought your Yakima Skybox, Yakima changed the style of the handle. The newer style that looks like a wing or a toilet flush handle, does have a replacement part. It is the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima…

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Answer 10

The Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes - Qty 2 #Y8880348 are a fit for models 2009 to present. If you just drilled out the lock core, you can use lock kit #Y07202 to change out the cores and use the current…

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Answer 11

Usually this break is related to a pin inside the locking mechanism breaking. You can switch sides by removing the locking mechanism and just switching the parts individually. However, this does mean that the box is overall less secure. You may want…

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Answer 12

It sounds like your Skybox has already been tampered with as this is not normal at all. I recommend you replace the entire assembly using the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes - Qty 2 #Y8880348. These…

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