Modifying Crossbar Clamps For Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack To Fit 2" Crossbars

Published 01/20/2023

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Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack for Crossbars - Aluminum - 60" Long x 54" Wide

(70)

$798.85

Crossbar Clamps for Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack - Qty 2

(16)

$49.95

Question:

I have a yakima locknload platform with the crossbar clamps. I have crossbars that are about 1.75 in thick. Yakimas product page for the clamps claims they will work for up to a 2 square tube. But this leaves very few threads for the lock nuts to grab. Do you have a recommendation for this? Either an aftermarket clamping mechanism, a replacement u-bolt with a longer shank, or some other alternative? Thanks !

asked by: John F

Expert Reply:

Per the instructions for the Crossbar Clamps # Y05039 used on the Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack # Y05045-39 you may need to remove the cushion on the U-Bolt section for to properly fit some 2" crossbars. I have linked these instructions below for you to see in step 2 on page 2. This should provide you with adequate threads for the included nyloc nuts to grab.

expert reply by: Bud M