Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box
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Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box
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Thule Accessories and Parts - TH02943
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Features:
- Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Rooftop Cargo Carrier
- Also fits Thule Aero XL Cargo Box and Karrite Voyager Cargo Box
- Size: 6mm (M6)
- Qty. 1 U-bolt
02943 Thule Replacement U-Bolt
Customer Reviews
Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box - TH02943
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (206 Customer Reviews)
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by: Andrew07/29/2021
The U-bolt fits my weekender 627 perfectly saves me a ton of time installing my Thule.
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by: Janine07/25/2021
I was searching for replacement brackets for my SportRack rooftop cargo box I purchased through [store] more than five years ago. I couldn’t find replacement parts—it appears [store] doesn’t sell parts anymore. When searching for the part numbers, I came across identical part numbers for a Thule rooftop cargo box. The only difference was that these part numbers had a “TH” in front of them. Just received the parts yesterday and confirmed they are the exact thing I needed, so I’m very happy I purchased from here.
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by: MGM08/29/2021
Great replacement from the nuts and bolts slider bracket. Pit these on a Sears XL 20 cargo and another set on Sportrack Aero 1300. Fit perfect on both. No redrilling holes, no resizing the existing holes.or metal plates.
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by: John C07/04/2016
I received this promptly and it was the perfect fit. Grateful to find a source for this product, and so cheap! I had been missing my fourth bracket for a year, and just zip tying the fourth corner of the cargo carrier to the luggage rack. NEedless to say, that was getting old. Note that while this was said to be for a Thule carrier, I actually am using it on a cargo carrier I got at Sears about 6 years ago, called the X-Cargo Sport 20. Description Item # 02872030000P Model # 90035P on the Sears website.
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Matthew - 08/23/2020
by: Matthew08/21/2019
I received a damaged envelope type package that only had three of the U bolts, the fourth must have slipped out somewhere on the way. I emailed etrailer on a Sunday and received a same day promise to ship out the missing U bolt. It arrived in a box instead of an envelope like the first shipment. It was stuffed with packaging and the box was taped up very well. They obviously wanted to make sure the bolt wasn’t lost in the mail again and I appreciate it. I’m very happy with the customer service and will order from them again.
Comments
I got an email from etrailer asking for a followup on the last day of a trip from Houston to New York and back and the U-bolts held up perfectly. I didn’t have to tighten or adjust them at all for the entire trip and I never took the cargo shell off the roof for my 2 week stay so there was a mix of highway and in-town driving. These are great parts and etrailer has always had excellent customer service in my experience.
Matthew - 08/23/2020
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by: Whit07/26/2021
Fit my Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 perfectly. Part came quickly with no issues.
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Joshua - 10/10/2020
by: Joshua10/09/2019
Exact replacement for the mounting bracket I needed for my Sears XL Cargo rooftop carrier. The measurements provided on the Q&A section about the bracket were exactly correct and dispelled any concerns I had.
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Yes. I’ve used it numerous times since buying the bracket and it has performed great.
Joshua - 10/10/2020
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Jay S - 02/04/2021
by: Jay F02/03/2020
Great, inexpensive, delivered promptly, and exactly as advertised... I will be ordering again from them as they were excellent! Saved me lots of money and got my older roof box up and running!
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A year later going strong! 1000s of miles with no issues whatsoever in keeping our cargo box in place. No rust on any of the brackets even with extensive snow and salt exposure... thank you!!
Jay S - 02/04/2021
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by: Denise07/01/2021
Works perfect!! Thanks for saving my rocket box after losing one of these!!
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by: Dan H.05/06/2011
I bought this along with "Replacement 3-Wing, Low M6 Hand Knob for Thule Roof Mounted Kayak Carriers - 753-0783" for my Mondial Car-Go 320. I simply had to drill new holes at 4" apart and now I will be able to install and remove the carrier with much more ease than the nuts and bolts I had to use before. Just had to do a little research on the sizing to make sure I go the correct parts. This should work great!
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Dan H, how did this go for you? We have to drill new holes in our carrier and want to make sure we do it safely. thanks!Q
-- comment by: Lori - 06/22/2014Comments
Lori - It went great. They are so much easier to use than the brackets we previously had. Makes putting the carrier on and take it off much easier and takes half the time.
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Rick G - 08/14/2021
by: Rick G08/12/2020
They work perfectly exact part, very ha ppy
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Very goot, exactly right part
Rick G - 08/14/2021
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Mark D - 06/27/2018
by: Mark S.06/27/2017
I misplaced a specialized u-bolt for my Thule cargo box. After finding that I needed to purchase the entire hardware "kit" from Thule for $50 in order to get a $2 replacement piece of hardware, I instead contacted etrailer.com and got the u-bolt I needed in a timely manner for a couple of dollars. Customer service and follow-up for a simple piece of hardware was exceptional. Good people to do business with.
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The cargo carrier with the replacement U-bolt have logged about 5000 miles with no issues.
Mark D - 06/27/2018
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by: Jason01/18/2021
Once again the etrailer team comes to the rescue and saves me hundreds of dollars by preventing my purchase of a major travel item. You are 3 for 3, I appreciate that you have the seperate components available to get the job done and a entire kit if needed.
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by: Donna07/29/2021
My bolts arrived quickly, were easy to order and communication was clear. Thanks!
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by: Max08/06/2021
Delivered on time... right key and brac ket
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by: John11/09/2020
I don't have a Thule Sidekick. In fact, I bought my 90" long roof box used and it has no brand or model markings at all. The 4" spread on this matched the hole spacing and appeared to match the other brackets I had. The part arrived today and will work perfectly. Thanks etrailer!
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by: Sandra04/09/2021
Thank you for fixing the mixup with the original order! Stuff happens and you took care of it quickly and painlessly! Will definitely be back if I ever need parts!
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by: Mike S08/03/2020
I bought these to replace the ones on my old Thule sidekick. After leaving the original ones inside the carrier in storage they became so rusted I could no longer thread the wingnuts on. Fortunately Thule still makes these replacement parts and etrailer not only carries them, but shipped them the same day. I had the replacement parts with plenty of time to spare before my trip. I now store the hardware in my basement instead of the shed and they show no signs of rusting anytime soon a year later.
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by: Yardee Boy12/27/2020
I just used this again yesterday for travel! I use it to lock in my roof rack. No issues!
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by: Dean08/30/2020
I ordered this u-bolt originally through USPS [nominal shipping] and the package arrived open and empty. I contacted etrailer and had the matter settled within 2 days. The item fits perfectly on my SportRack Aero XL. I gave this item 4 stars ONLY because the shipping costs more than that actual product AND it came opened and empty (not really etrailer's fault).
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Doc R - 07/31/2018
by: Doc R07/31/2017
Somehow, one of the Ubolts for my cartop carrier had went missing when we were to install it on my Sons Minivan for his vacation. I ordered hoping it would 1) arrive in time and 2) fit my cartop. It arrived in a few days and was identical to the missing Ubolt. Thanks Etrailer!
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Great!
Doc R - 07/31/2018
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by: Stephanie08/31/2021
Perfect! Thank you!
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by: Hung08/04/2020
I have a a SportRack Vista XL cargo box (SR7018). Misplaced one U-bolt from the securing hardware kit that came with my cargo box. Called SportRack and turns out they were acquired by Thule, so I spoke to Thule themselves. It was a comolete waste of time. However, etrailer.com was way more helpful, and they had exactly what I needed. Shipping was very reasonable. Got my U-bolt, and now I feel complete! I would do business with again. Thanks etrailer!
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by: Paul08/04/2020
Great product and service. I thought this would be a really hard part to replace without buying a whole new set of attachments but etrailer had exactly what I wanted and at a very reasonable price" I appreciate the opportunity to click on your link, but I don't feel comfortable doing that.
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by: Nathan06/17/2021
I put it my order and recieved it quickly the parts fit great and I have had zero problems. The customer service was fantastic. I recommend using etrailer
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- U-Bolt Replacements for Roof Mounted Cargo Box Ski RackThe inch equivalent for the metric measurements you gave are 3.54331 inches by 3.14961and 0.23622 inches diameter and unfortunately we don't have those specific measurements. We have the Thule # TH09243 which is 4 inches wide and 2 inches deep. We also have the Car Top Cargo # CTC-18PARTS which is about 4 inches wide and 1-5/8 to 2-1/2 inches deep. I've attached photos to assist. If you have a cargo box, you may need to drill new holes and use RTV gasket maker # LT37467 to seal...
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- Longer Replacement Ubolt for Sears Luggage Carrier Sport 20 SVThe U-bolt you are asking about, the Replacement Part for the Thule Sidekick # TH02943 is 4" wide and 2" deep with a threaded portion of about 1-1/2". If you find it too short for your crossbars, you do have different options: First, you can find a 4" wide U-bolt that is deeper than 2". RhinoRack Aero Crossbar Fit Kit # S280 is 4" wide and has 2-1/2-inches depth measured at the center indent. However, the threaded portion of the ends measures 1-1/8-inches which is shorter that the Thule...
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- Replacement Mounting Hardware for SportRack Vista XL Cargo BoxWe have all of the mounting hardware components available for your SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box # SR7018, but they are not offered in a single kit so you will just need to purchase the individual parts. To mount the box onto your roof rack you will need the following: 4 of the U-Bolt # TH02943 4 of the Plated U-Bolt Bracket # TH03918 4 of the Plat Box Support # TH10378 8 of the Wingnut # TH04877
view full answer... - Are There Replacement U-Bolts For Thule Evolution Cargo BoxI may have a solution for you, but there is not a U-bolt available from Thule that is 3-1/2" wide by 3" deep. The closest option available is the Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Trail Large and Medium Cargo Baskets # 1500052553 that is 3-1/2" wide and 1-5/8" deep. Depending on the bar type, you could likely make this work; aero style bars would be the best fit since they'll have the lowest height in most cases. If you wanted to do some light modification then you could technically use any...
view full answer... - Replacement Thule U-BoltsIf you're needing a u bolt that has a width of 4 inches and a height of 2 inches you can use this replacement U-Bolt # TH02943. If you're needing a 3-1/2 inch wide U-Bolt that's only 1-5/8 inches tall you can use this U-Bolt # 1500052553. We have the replacement knobs # 753-0745 as well. Unfortunately the Mountaineer Roof Box is discontinued and so are the U-Bolts. Measure the distance between the holes to get an idea of what width we're looking for. You may need to drill new holes if there...
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- U-Bolt Replacement for Sears X-Cargo Roof BoxThe U-bolt replacement you are in need of is the part # TH02943 for your Sears X-Cargo box.
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- Dimensions of Replacement U-Bolt # TH02943For the Replacement U-Bolt # TH02943 the center to center distance between each end of the u-bolt is 4 inches. It is 2 inches deep in the center.
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- Will U-Bolt # TH02943 Fit Around Malone CrossbarYes, the U-bolt part # TH02943 does fit on the Malone crossbars like the part # MPG216. This U-bolt also is correct for a Karrite cargo box as well.
view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Mounting Hardware for Thule Cascade XT Cargo BoxTo replace the mounting hardware on your Thule Cascade cargo box, you will need the Thule quick mount hardware # TH04997. This won't be the original U-bolts, but it will work in the same way. I've attached a photo that shows how it works.
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- Replacement U-Bolt for a Sears Sport 20 SV Cargo BoxYes, you can use u-bolt # TH02943 with your Sears Sport 20 SV cargo box. Or, if you wanted to, you can use replacement hardware kit # TH05603 to replace all of the hardware or to have some extra parts on hand should you need them.
view full answer... - Needing Replacement U-Bolts for Sears Roof X-Cargo CarrierI spoke with my contact at Thule, the manufacturer of the Sears Roof X-Cargo Carrier, and you will need Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943. These are sold individually so you would need to order a quantity of four.
view full answer... - What is the Width of the Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box # TH02943The width of the Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box # TH02943 center on center is 4 inches. The width from the outside to outside is 4-1/4 inches and the overall height is 2-1/4 inches as illustrated in the attached picture.
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- Overall Width and Thread Pitch of Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box, part # TH02943Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box, part # TH02943, measures 4 inches from the center of one end to the center of the other end. The overall width outside to outside is a hair under 4-1/4 inches. The threads are indeed an M6 (6mm).
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- Replacement U-Bolt Recommendation for Sears X-Cargo BoxI spoke with my contact at Thule, the manufacturer of the Sears Roof X-Cargo Carrier, and you will need Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943.
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- Replacement Mounting Hardware for Karrite Voyager Rooftop Cargo Box The Thule Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box # TH02943 will be the correct fit for your Karrite Voyager Cargo Box. The U-bolt is 4 inches on center and 2 inches deep. Then you can use the Replacement Wingnut for Thule Cargo Boxes # TH04877 to hold the U-bolts inside the carrier. We also have the Replacement Hardware Kit for Searsbox Cargo Box # TH05603 which will give you the kit with the brackets as well.
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- Dimensions of the Replacement U-Bolt for Thule SidekickThe Replacement U-Bolt for the Thule Sidekick, part # TH02943 has the following dimensions: 2 Inches Tall 4 Inches Wide 2 Inch Arms 1 Inch Threaded Arms 3-3/16 between the narrowest point of the arms. I've included a diagram that details these dimensions in greater detail.
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- What Are the Dimensions of Thule Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943I went out to the warehouse and measured a Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943. The center to center distance between each end of the u-bolt is 4 inches. It is 2 inches deep in the center. The cross bars on your Volvo XC90 would have to be smaller than those dimensions in order for these u-bolts to fit. The Car-Go cargo box is not made anymore so I cannot test this u-bolt with the knobs it used. But I can tell you that this u-bolt uses an M6 (6mm) knob like # 753-0783.
view full answer... - Can QuickGrip or AcuTight Be Used to Replace U-bolt Mounting SystemI spoke with my contact at Thule and she told me that the Quick Grip Mounting System # TH05738 and the AcuTight Mounting Assembly # TH7521484001 are not interchangeable and cannot be used in place of the U Bolts that come with the Thule Sidekick Cargo Box TH682. If you would like replacement U-Bolts for the Thule Sidekick you will want part # TH02943.
view full answer... - Replacement U-Bolt for Sears Sport 15-CAV Cargo BoxWhile there isn't an exact replacement, the holes in your Sears Sport 15-CAV Cargo Box should be about 4 inches apart, and for replacement U-bolts with that dimensions I recommend the Replacement U-Bolt # TH02943.
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- Longer U-Bolts to Mount Roof Cargo Box to Tall CrossbarsThere isn't another u-bolt that would work but you may be able to use install kit # TH04997. This would likely require drilling 4 new holes in the box and plugging the old ones up using a product such as JB Weld. The included bolts have an overall length of 3 inches and thread length of 2-3/4 inches. The spacing between the holes in the other components is 3-5/8 inches so the crossbars would have to be no wider than that.
view full answer... - Replacement U-bolt Mount for SportRack Aero XL Roof Mounted Cargo BoxAccording to SportRack, the # TH02943 U-Bolt is the correct replacement for your Aero XL cargo box.
view full answer... - Dimensions of Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Rooftop Cargo BoxFor the Replacement U-Bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Box, part # TH02943 the center to center distance between each end of the u-bolt is 4 inches. It is 2 inches deep in the center. The thickness is 6 mm.
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- Wing Knob for Use with Thule Replacement U-Bolt TH02943For use with Replacement U-Bolt # TH02943 you can use M6 Wing Hand Knob # 753-0783.
view full answer... - Will Replacement Thule U-Bolt # TH02943 Fit the Knobs on a SportRack Aero 1300 Cargo BoxThe replacement u-bolt # TH02943 is an M6 (6mm). You would need to use knob # TH04877 which can also be used a replacement for the SportRack Aero 1300 cargo box. The knobs that came with your cargo box should have no problems screwing onto these u-bolts.
view full answer... - Dimension Of Replacement U-BoltIt sounds like you are looking for a replacement U-bolt that measures 4 inches wide. We do carry part # TH09243, that measures 4 inches wide and 2 inches deep. I have included a photo of this U-bolt with the dimensions noted you can check out. This is used as a replacement U-bolt for Thule Sidekick Cargo Boxes. If you want to let me know what you are planning on using the U-bolt on, I will be happy to see if we have a part that can work for you.
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- What is the Size of the Thule Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943I went out to the warehouse and measured a Replacement U-Bolt, # TH02943. The center to center distance between each end of the u-bolt is 4 inches. It is 2 inches deep in the center.
view full answer... - Availability Of Replacement Mounting Hardware For Thule Cascade XT Cargo BoxI have a replacement hardware option for you, but the U-Bolt 43215 mentioned for your Thule Cascade XT Cargo Box has been discontinued for quite some time. Instead you will need to use the Replacement QM3 - Quick Mount Hardware # TH04997 which upgrades the cargo box to a newer version of mounting hardware that is still available. I included a video of the # TH04997 for you to take a look at.
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