Is Yakima RocketBox waterproof?
Our cargo boxes are weather resistant but not waterproof. This means that you should expect water to enter the box during normal use. We recommend you store any items that cannot get wet in a dry bag. If you have further questions please contact us here, or by phone at 888-925-4621 during business hours.
Where is Yakima model number?
The serial number can now be found on all boxes on the base, inside the box at the rear of the driver’s side.
How do I know what Yakima SkyBox I have?
For Skyboxes the serial number can be found on the base, inside the box at the rear of the driver’s side. (see image below). For the Rocketboxs the serial number can be found on the base, inside the box at the rear of the driver’s side, (see image below) the exception is the RocketBox Pro 12.
How much weight can a Yakima SkyBox hold?
Yakima recommends a Maximum allowable weight of 125 lbs for this Yakima SkyBox 16 Cargo Box, part # Y07335, but you should always be sure to check your vehicle owners manual to determine the weight carrying capacity of your roof.
Why are Yakima cargo boxes out of stock?
The unfortunate news is that we are in a heavy recovery stage as demand has outstripped our supply. We are out of stock on most of our products. We know our customers depend on Yakima products all the time so as the economy begins to recover so do we but we need a moment to catch our breath.
What do I do if I lost my Yakima key?
Lost Your Yakima Keys?
- Call a locksmith to unlock your Yakima product so you can use the change key to remove the core and check to see what key number you need.
- Stop by your local Yakima dealer to see if they have Yakima keys in-stock. They can systematically check all the keys until they find the right one.
Is Yakima Skybox waterproof?
Weather Resistance In about three years of use, my Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite has seen everything from 100+ degree heat to driving rain and snowstorms and has yet to leak or fail. Yakima describes the box as water-resistant, and I would put it decidedly toward the high end of the spectrum.
Is Yakima Made in USA?
Designed and made in the USA, Yakima has been making top-quality car racks for decades. Their roof rack selection spans nearly every make, model, and year of nearly every vehicle on the road, along with a full selection of rack accessories to fit.
Is a roof cargo box worth it?
Improved Weight Distribution When compared with a rear-mounted cargo box a rooftop cargo box offers much better weight distribution. The load is spread across the car rather than adding extra weight at the back of the vehicle.
Is Yakima SkyBox waterproof?
How do I know what Yakima key I need?
Is Yakima racks still in business?
We will continue to process and ship orders in the US based on availability. We appreciate your patience as we continue to navigate these circumstances. We want to get you back to what matters, like finding fun, racking up those miles and making memories.
Are Yakima Racks Made in the USA?
Still, the short answer is that the production of Yakima’s cargo boxes happens in the USA in the state of California, and most of the output of Yakima’s other components happens in Taiwan or China.
Is Yakima a good brand?
Bike racks: Yakima Yakima has an edge in roof bike racks because they’re the company’s main focus. Two excellent products are HighRoad and HighSpeed. Both can fit one bike, are a universal roof rack fit, and feature a torque right knob. HighRoad costs $249, while HighSpeed runs $239.
Who owns Yakima racks?
When Steve Cole and Don Banducci purchased Yakima Industries, it was just a small machine shop in Yakima, Washington. As kayakers and cyclists, these two pioneers saw a better—and bigger—future for hauling recreational sporting equipment.
How much does a roof box affect mpg?
Adding any roof box increases frontal area of your vehicle, of course; but no matter how aerodynamic it might look, it also alters the flow of air around your carefully shaped, wind-tunnel tested vehicle—creating drag and turbulence that can, together, knock 10 mpg off the mileage of a smaller four-cylinder vehicle.