Replacement Latch for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Box That Won't Open

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Just returned with my borrowed neighbor’s skybox carrier full of my daughters college room stuff - serial #07156-07050. When turning the key the latch didn’t pop up. However, somehow we were able to pop out the latch. s But... as we turned the latch it didn’t release the top. The latch on the other side was broken already-so it was the only side to open . So we put the box on it’s side to remove anything that might be blocking any mechanism, and we were able to pop the too... with a little -not much-pressure. What needs to be replaced ? The box is over 6 years old... could there be something wrong with the long silver bars on either side of the lock mechanism too? Thanks.

asked by: Linda

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Based on what you are describing it sounds like both of the latches need to be replaced. The correct replacement part is the Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes - Qty 2 # Y8880348. I would try replacing the latches and go from there, especially since the latch on the other side was already broken.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

If you have a newer Yakima SkyBox NX 16 like part #Y95AV then you should be able to just open the box from the other side. That said, there really isn't a good way to go about opening this without the latch installed. If you like you can try to…

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Answer 2

I attached a picture that shows instructions for replacing the handle of your Skybox 16 part #Y07336 with the part #Y8880348 that you referenced. This handle hasn't changed since 2014. Depending on which Skybox you have and what year it was…

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Answer 3

It is very difficult to diagnose what the issue may be without knowing a model number and seeing photos but it sounds like the latch on the locking mechanism on your RocketBox may have somehow been damaged. I would need to know the model number in…

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Answer 4

So that they don't have to translate their instructions into several languages Yakima makes all of their install instructions diagrams as the visual is a "universal" language. Let's see if I can help though. I attached the picture…

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Answer 5

Thank you for all of the info and pictures! I forwarded them on to my contact at Yakima and it looks like you have the old SkyBox Pro 16 Silver 8007179. Even though this box has been discontinued we do have quite a few replacement parts for it: Cam…

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Answer 6

I reached out to my contact at Yakima and we are a little confused on what you are referring to. If it is part of the lock itself on your Yakima SkyBox 16 Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Black Carbonite, #Y07335, you will want to replace the lock with…

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Answer 7

Hello Sue. We do have the Replacement Locking Handles #Y8880348 but unfortunately we do not carry a replacement for the inside part of the lock mechanism. It may be worth contacting Yakima directly to see if they can provide something, or perhaps…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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 10

If the lock is in the unlocked position you will first need to use a Yakima Change Key part #Y8007835 to remove the core by inserting it into the unlocked core and pulling the core out. Then you can replace the core with a Replacement SKS Lock Core…

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Answer 11

The easiest thing to do from here is to simply order a Yakima Same Key System replacement kit, part #Y07202. This will give you a control key to remove the lock that is currently in the system (as long as it is in the unlocked position) and then…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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