How to Lock a Plastic Cargo Box to Aluminum Cargo Carrier

Question

Question:

I have a 48 gal. Rubbermaid cargo box that I would like to secure to this hitch carrier. I would like for it to be as theft proof as possible and attach it to the carrier rather than strap it with cable locks. Do you have any recommendations for attaching the box to this carrier? Thank you for any ideas you can give me!

asked by: Shirley H

1

Helpful Expert Reply:

If you are okay with drilling into the floor of the box your best option would be a cable lock like part # e98891 that you could route through the floor of the box around the cargo carrier and then back around the top of the box to lock it shut as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

1

Answer 1

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…

view full answer...

Answer 2

You should be able to open the box from the other side. Once you have the other side open you can then replace the handle you took to the locksmith. Unless the locksmith wasn't able to fix the issue. If you need replacement handles we carry them,…

view full answer...

Answer 3

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…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The length of the Replacement Barrel Nut for the Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Box is 1-1/4 inches and the diameter is 7/16 of an inch. This barrel nut is designed as a replacement part for Yakima SkyBox Mounting Hardware. It fits a 1/4 inch - 20 size bolt.…

view full answer...

Answer 5

I spoke with my contact at Draw-Tite and he stated that on trailer hitch #75703 the spare tire will not have to be relocated to install the hitch. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a video from when we installed the hitch on…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey Jeff, There unfortunately isn't a lock yet for the anti-rattle hitch pin that's included with the Benton Shifts&Grins Bike Rack #B54FR and there aren't any other hitch pin options confirmed to fit since this has a thread hole. To…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Hello Lou, thanks for reaching out. The hitch pin you are looking for is the etrailer D-Shape Anti-Rattle Locking Hitch Pin for Benton Hitch Accessories #e43JR. This will work with the Benton #B54VR bike rack you mentioned, as well as the #B54FR,…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hey Erin, thanks for reaching out! In order to lock your bikes to the Benton Platform Rack #B54FR you'll need to use a standard cable lock, and for that I recommend the etrailer Cable Lock #e98891 because it has a 10' length so you have…

view full answer...

Answer 9

As far as your first question - yes. The Hollywood Racks Destination #HR4000 comes with a hitch lock that locks the rack to the hitch. I went ahead and attached a screenshot of this lock. For your second question, the Destination does not come with a…

view full answer...

Answer 10

view full answer...

Answer 11

Part #8870070 is actually just the Replacement Lock Housing for Yakima BoatLocker and LockUp #Y07238 Cable Lock and not the actual cable lock. What you need is the etrailer 10' Long Cable Lock #e98891. This cable is extremely long and will fit…

view full answer...

Answer 12

As far as height adjustability and weight capacities the Curt Q20 #C16130 and the Curt A20 #C16140 are identical. They both have a Gross Towing Weight of 20,000 lbs, a Vertical Load Limit of 5,000 lbs, and a height range of 13-17 inches. When it…

view full answer...

How to Lock a Plastic Cargo Box to Aluminum Cargo Carrier

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching