How to Adapt Thule Adventurer Cargo Box to Replacement Hardware
Question:
See photo Replacement brackets have holes in center bolts are going in on an angle. Original brackets are of center What can I do.
asked by: Larry
Expert Reply:
When a rooftop cargo box like your Thule Adventurer is used with a replacement mounting hardware kit like # TH04997 it may be necessary to slightly modify the box to accommodate it. Drilling a few new holes in the bottom of the box is not a problem and you can simply use a silicone sealant like # LT37467 to close up any extra holes you might end up with.
Drilling a few mounting holes in the bottom of the box does not compromise the safety of the installation as long as you otherwise follow the mounting instructions.
Products Referenced in This Question
Loctite RTV 598 High-Performance Silicone Gasket Maker - Black - 2.7-Fl Oz Tube
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Sealant
- Gasket Maker
- 2.7 oz
- Loctite
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Replacement QM3 - Quick Mount Hardware - for Adventurer Cargo Box
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Box
- Mounting Hardware
- Thule
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