What Cargo Box do You Recommend for My 2005 Dodge Dakota with Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars?
Question:
What cargo box will fit these racks? Will these work with trunx cargo boxes or Malone?
asked by: Bri
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a great cargo box solution for you on your 2005 Dodge Dakota. As far as your Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars on your # Y02-480B, Malone and Trunx cargo boxes will not work. This is because the clamps on all Malone and Trunx cargo boxes will not be able to grasp the 3-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" tall crossbars.
With that being said, a great alternative is the Thule Sidekick Roof Mounted Cargo Carrier Box - 8 cu Feet # TH78GC or the larger SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box - 18 cu Feet # SR7018. Both of these roof boxes come with an aerodynamic design to reduce wind resistance and saving gas mileage. Also, the Thule Sidekick has a maximum weight capacity of 75 pounds, and the Vista XL has a maximum weight capacity of 100 pounds. As with all cargo carriers, I recommend confirming with your vehicle's user's manual to confirm your roof can hold that much weight.
Products Referenced in This Question
SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box - Roof Mount - 18 cu ft - Black
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- High Profile
- Large Capacity
- Rear Access
- Black
- SportRack
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Thule Sidekick Roof Mounted Cargo Carrier Box - U-Bolt Mounts - 8 Cubic Feet
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Medium Profile
- Extra Small Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells - Track Mount - Black - 54" Bars
- Roof Rack
- Camper Shell Systems
- Aero Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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