What is Difference Between Yakima LockNLoad Expansion Pack and Pivot Mount

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Is there any difference between the expansion and the pivot mount? Can use the expansion mount for locknload platform with the clamp instead of the pivot mount?

asked by: Frank L

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Expert Reply:

Hey Frank, essentially the replacement Pivot Mount part # Y92KR that you referenced is just one part that comes with the Yakima LockNLoad Expansion Pack # Y24FR that you referenced.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hey Jeff, There's going to be two ways to attach a Yakima LockNLoad Platform to the roof of your Forester. If mounting to crossbars you can use crossbar clamps #Y05039 (qty 2). If you decide you don't want to use the crossbars and instead use…

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Answer 2

The Yakima LockNLoad platform rack has a 220 lb weight rating when mounted on 2 crossbars. When you add the Expansion Pack #Y24FR it increases to 330 lbs for a 3 crossbar system, or 440 lbs for a 4 crossbar system. Please note that the weight…

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Answer 3

Hey Preston, The blocks of the Yakima #8860085 are 1-3/8" wide x 1-3/8" long x 1-5/8" tall. On one side there's a slot for a bolt to slip through that sticks out 1/2" and and is 3/4" tall. The bolts are 2-1/4" long…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MAL84AR you were looking at will fit your 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness edition. Our fit guide can be a little confusing since these particular crossbars say it fits all models, excluding Wilderness and Wilderness…

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Answer 8

Hi Lyle; I just checked and it looks like Curt has confirmed their #C13409 will fit the 2025 Forester. Since our etrailer #e83ZR shares the same design that means it will also fit. Personally I would get the etrailer hitch since I prefer the matte…

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Answer 9

Hey Frank, good question. The main reason the EcoHitch #306-X7391 is rated higher than the Curt #C47HR is because each company has different standards for their hitches. The EcoHitch has extra material holding the receiver to the crosstube so it can…

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Answer 10

Hello Carol, welcome back. It is possible to use the Yakima HD Crossbars #Y01157 on your 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness with the fixed raised bars. What you will need is the TimberLine Towers #Y33TR and the HD Bar Adapter #Y03541 to complete this…

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Answer 11

Hey Kathy, thanks for reaching out! I recommend using the 58" Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MAL84AR for your 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness as it will have enough overhang to comfortably fit and use both a cargo box and an awning. If you don't…

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Answer 12

Hey Scott, yes the hardware that comes with the Replacement Track Adapter Installation Hardware for Yakima OverHaul HD #Y69KR would fit into the tonneau cover tracks that you have on your 2020 Ford F-350 with the Embark tonneau. This kit will not…

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