Broken Handles on Yakima SkyBox 21 Rooftop Cargo Box

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By drilling out the assemblies do you mean the 3 latches that are riveted to the box and replace the handle unit once the box is open?

asked by: John

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I wish there was a trick to opening the Yakima SkyBox 21 Rooftop Cargo Box # Y07337 with the handles broken off, but there is nothing that is feasible; you can try using a Channel Lock but it doesn't seem likely you can do it without damaging the box. Your best option is to drill out the assemblies and then replace them with the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies # Y8880348.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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John

12/16/2018

By drilling out the assemblies do you mean the 3 latches that are riveted to the box and replace the handle unit once the box is open?

Kyle S.

12/16/2018

I was referring to drilling out the lock cores as I assumed by your question you meant that you could not get the key to fully turn and if that is the case you would need to remove the lock core of your SkyBox. If, however, the lock core is not the issue then you would not need to drill the cores out; once you do get it open you will still need Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies # Y8880348.

Answer 1

Hello Ruby, thanks for reaching out. That plastic piece you mentioned is not available as a separate replacement part. I'm not seeing that Yakima even has a part number for it. You may want to try reaching out directly to Yakima to see if they…

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Answer 2

The Yakima Skybox 21 part #Y07337 made from 2014 to present has a much more aerodynamic shaped lid than the Yakima Skybox 21 part Y07184 made from 2009 to 2014 had. I have attached a photo of each so you can see the difference. If you have the 09-14…

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Answer 3

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 4

To open your Yakima SkyBox with the handles not engaging you'll have to drill them out, unfortunately, and that does mean you need to replace the latches. The correct part is the following: - Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo…

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Answer 5

There isn't going to be a set of 8 like the Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores #Y07208 that is keyed to match your lock cores. This kit includes new keys, 8 lock cores and the change key so you'd essentially replace all of your older…

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Answer 6

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 7

The correct lid supports you need for your Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite, is the Replacement Lid Support for Yakima Cargo Boxes #8880683. This will replace the front and rear struts on your Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite.

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Answer 8

Hi Jon; the Yakima SkyBox 16 uses the Yakima same key system. Assuming the current lock is unlocked, or you have the keys for it to unlock it, you need a control key #Y8007835 to remove the old lock core. The Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores…

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Answer 9

Hey Filipe, so I attached the install instructions for the part #Y8880348 for you to check out. If you can unbolt/unscrew the broken lock core that would be what you'd need to do if you can't get the key out. You might have to have the key…

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Answer 10

Yes, the same instructions for removing the Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes Item #Y8880348 will work. If you can already remove the lock I recommend doing that if not you will just need to get the broken key out to remove…

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Answer 11

For a replacement handle for your Skybox 16 part #Y07336 you would want the part #Y8880348. This comes with two handles so that you can replace both and have matching lock cores. You would have no problem installing the handle yourself. I attached a…

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Answer 12

To get the locking mechanism on your Yakima Space Booster up and running again, you're just going to need the Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores #Y07202. This kit comes with 2 keys, 2 cores, and one universal change key. What it sounds like…

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