Availability of Replacement Latch for Old Sears X Cargo Box

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I have Sears Xcargo carrier purchased around 1982 time frame Model 7249 looking to replace 2 broken snap latches part number: 455. The problem i cannot locate replacement latches. Do you have any recommendations what i could use as a replacement.

asked by: Larry D

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Expert Reply:

Thule tells me that the latch you referenced is an acceptable replacement for newer models of the X Cargo. We have other customers who have used the # 03347 latch as a replacement on their X Cargo boxes (see photo), and it has worked just fine.

Since your box is a little older, and appears to have used the metal latches, you might need to relocate the mounting holes for the latch, but other than that, the latch should work perfectly for you.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

To replace the mounting hardware on your Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 cargo carrier you can use the Replacement Hardware Kit #TH05603 to re-mount your cargo carrier on most factory and aftermarket roof rack crossbars. To replace the lock, you'll want…

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Answer 2

We do have replacement latches for the Sears X-Cargo boxes with the part #03347.

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Answer 3

The top portion of your latch should be on the outside of your shell and not the inside. It looks like the parts were likely dismantled for cleaning or painting and were reinstalled incorrectly. We do offer some great BOLT Covered Padlocks like the…

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Answer 4

It's a newer style of latch, but Thule has said that their replacement latch part #03347 that you referenced has been confirmed to work on the older Sears X Cargo Carriers like what you have.

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Answer 5

The Replacement Latch for SportRack Explorer Cargo Box part #03347 will work as a replacement latch for your Sears X-Cargo Box. The appearances between the older style of latch will differ slightly from this replacement, however, it is a confirmed…

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Answer 6

We have other customers who have used the #03347 latch as a replacement on their X Cargo boxes (see photo), and it has worked just fine. Since your box is a little older, and appears to have used the metal latches, you might need to relocate the…

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Answer 7

The best option we can offer is the Replacement Latch for SportRack Explorer Cargo Box #03347. This is a plastic latch that will work on many of the older sears X cargo boxes. It is not exactly identical to the older style latch in your picture, but…

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Answer 8

The Replacement Hardware Kit for Searsbox Cargo Box #TH05603 is most likely not what you need. Without knowing exactly what version of box, it is difficult to confirm a fit, but it is more likely the Replacement Mounting Hardware for X-Cargo Sport 20…

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Answer 9

We do in fact have the replacement hardware for your Sears X-Cargo carrier. You will need the Replacement Hardware Kit for Searsbox Cargo Box #TH05603 which includes everything you need to get your Sears X-Cargo back on the road. I included a video…

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Answer 10

The correct replacement key for your Sears X-Cargo box is part #THKEYN2862. For a replacement latch, we know the Replacement Latch, #03347, will fit the newer models of the X-Cargo boxes that used the plastic latches, but we do not have exact…

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Answer 11

If your Sears Model #7271 X-Cargo Carrier is actually a #3007271 carrier then this Replacement Latch for SportRack Explorer Cargo Box, item #03347, will be the correct part. If you have a different box part number let me know and I will be glad to…

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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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