Broken Inside Locking Mechanism On A Yakima Skybox 16

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I am replacing the locking handles on my skybox 16 but when I took the broken handle off the inside mechanism looks broken. Do you have a replacement for the inside mechanism that I can buy?

asked by: Sue K

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Expert Reply:

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 replace under warranty.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Answer 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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 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

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 8

Yes, the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies part #Y8880348 will be a direct replacement for your Yakima SkyBox 16s Rooftop Cargo Box 8007178. It is the exact same assembly that you have attached a photo of. I have attached a list of other…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

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…

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Answer 12

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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