Replacing SKS Lock Core on Yakima Rocket Box

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Hello, I broke my key in the lock of my yakima rocketbox, and then destroyed the housing trying to drill it out. Yakima has stated that they no longer produce the parts I need to fix. Do you have any idea if there is an alternate lock system I can use? It was an A131 SKS lock. Thanks!

asked by: Josh B

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If the destroyed housing you referenced is the lock core, then you are in luck. We have the Replacement SKS Lock Core for Yakima Racks and Carriers - A131 # Y8771-A131 that you can install and still retain your same keys. You can use Replacement Key for Yakima Racks and Carriers - A131 # Y8772-A131 to replace your broken key.

There is not another locking system that would be compatible with your Yakima Rocketbox.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Answer 1

If you cannot open your Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Cargo Box you can use their Same Key System (SKS) Lock Core Kit #Y07202 to remove the existing core and replace it. This kit includes the Control Key needed to remove the old core, two new lock cores…

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Answer 2

I'm happy to help with that isolator and wiring. I checked your invoice and see you went with the Battery Isolation Solenoid #PK5231201. This is a good choice and will need to be mounted to the frame because it uses the mounting holes for ground.…

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Answer 3

The Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box - 14 cu ft - Black #Y07192 has the nice push button latch with SKS system you are referring to, but unfortunately there is not a retrofit for the older boxes. To lock your box, I recommend the Replacement…

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Answer 4

This is actually a common issue but it is easily resolved. If the change key comes out but the lock cylinder does not, the first step is to make sure the lock is unlocked. Then insert the change key. You may need to put tension on the key by pushing…

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Answer 5

It sounds like you are looking for the Replacement SpeedKnob and Wedge Assembly for Yakima Bike Racks #8880508 which includes the the anti-rattle wedge that goes inside of your Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack #Y02458 and is what the threaded rod on the…

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Answer 6

If you look at the provided diagram, you can see the replacement parts that Yakima offers for your Ridgeback Bike Rack. If what you're needing isn't shown, please let me know what you're needing. Zip strips #Y8890297 Endcap #8890306…

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Answer 7

To correctly identify the correct shank adapter for your Yakima Ridgeback, part #Y02457, you'll need to measure the holes at the end of the shank that the adapter will go over. The adapter holes for the older racks made before November 2005 are…

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Answer 8

You'll need the Yakima #Y07235 hitch pin. From what I can tell, it looks like that's the only thing that's missing from your rack.

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Answer 9

Does your Ridgeback have an option for two hitch pin holes? If so it's the newer design 1-1/4 inch to 2 inch adapter you need is the part #8880612. We don't offer the older style anymore.

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Answer 10

If you look at page 3 of the attached installation instructions for the Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack, part #Y02458, you can see a drawing that has a box with 1-1/4 inch in it. This bike rack is designed to fit a 1-1/4 inch hitch if it is a Class ll…

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Answer 11

I can tell by the frame cradles in the picture of your Yakima Ridgeback 4 #Y02458 that your bike was made after 2016 so that means the correct 2 inch adapter with wedge is the part #8880612.

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Answer 12

I reached out to my contact at Yakima and the change made to the Ridgeback in November 2015 was most noticeably made to the cradles. The older style cradle had a gray button to release the zip strips and the newer style has a black button for the zip…

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