Replacing the Lock on a Sport Rack Aero 1300 Roof Mounted Cargo Box  

The bolt to bolt spacing on the Replacement U-Bolt for the Thule Sidekick item #TH02943 is 4". It is 2" deep overall. I have linked a diagram below that will show you these measurements and a couple more. They are different…

According to SportRack, the #TH02943 U-Bolt is the correct replacement for your Aero XL cargo box.

You can replace the lock core for your Sears X-Cargo box with the part #1500004217. This comes with a new lock core and key but you'll also need the Universal Change Key #853-1251 to install the lock core. If your cargo box has 2 cores then…

Since you mention you do not have the hook type lock like #SR03807 then this is likely to be the part you need. According to my contact at Thule, who made the SV cargo boxes for Sears, the complete replacement lock assembly like yours is not…

You will need the Universal Change Key for Thule One Key Locks #853-1251. This process does require that your current/old core will need to be unlocked to be able to swap it out for a new one. I have linked a video that will describe in detail how…

If you have a Thule or SportRack carrier with lock cores that read "022", the correct replacement key will be the Replacement Key #THKEYN022. This will work perfectly with your existing lock core and will come with a quantity of 1 key, so I…

I could not find a reference to that model number anywhere. I'm unaware of any key numbers which are that long. Would you know the sportrack model it is or is there any other type of identifying mark?

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…

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…