Can I Mount the Side Loader Mounting Brackets item # Y08002 on a Vertical Surface?
Updated 09/26/2025 | Published 05/02/2025
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I see a video of Y08002 being mounted on a gently angled truck topper. Could the Y08002 alternatively be mounted on near the top edge of a directly vertical surface and still let the traditional Yakima tower hold that bracket? Id like to mount the Y08002 near the top of the the vertical sides of an open wood sided trailer.
asked by: Eric G
Expert Reply:
Yes, they can Eric. The Side Loader Mounting Brackets item # Y08002 are designed to recreate rain gutters like you see on cargo vans. They do not require a specific angle to be functional. What you will want to look at is where you can mount them, and how far apart you need them to mount various items like bike racks, canoes, kayaks, cargo boxes, baskets or any other accessory. These are sold as a pair.
Here are the rest of the parts you'll need to complete the roof rack:
1A Raingutter Towers item # Y00101. Sold as a 4-pack.
Our crossbars come in various lengths, for 48" bars item # Y00408, 58" item # Y00409, 66" item # Y00410. These are all sold as a pair.
What are you wanting to use the roof rack for?
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Side Loader Mounting Brackets for Yakima 1A Raingutter Towers
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Jerred H.
9/26/2025
Hey Eric, did you find a good spot to mount the Side Loader Mounting Brackets on your trailer? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others looking to set up a similar roof rack.