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CE Smith Stake Pocket for Flatbed Truck or Trailer - Galvanized Steel - Bolt On - Qty 1

Part Number: CE45004G

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This corrosion-resistant stake pocket bracket bolts onto your trailer or flatbed truck. The pocket accepts a 2x4 so that you can build a sidewall to keep your cargo in your trailer or truck bed. Great Prices for the best trailer tie down anchors from CE Smith. CE Smith Stake Pocket for Flatbed Truck or Trailer - Galvanized Steel - Bolt On - Qty 1 part number CE45004G can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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CE Smith Trailer Tie Down Anchors - CE45004G

This corrosion-resistant stake pocket bracket bolts onto your trailer or flatbed truck. The pocket accepts a 2x4 so that you can build a sidewall to keep your cargo in your trailer or truck bed.

Features:

Heavy-duty bracket attaches to your flatbed truck or trailer to create 1 stake pocket
- Supports a 2x4 stake
- Can be used to support a home-built gate or fence to keep cargo in place
Bolt-on installation
- Requires 3/8" mounting bolts - not included
- Center bolt hole can be used to secure board in position
11-Gauge, galvanized steel construction is sturdy and resists corrosion
Made in the USA

Specs:

Application: trailers and flatbed trucks
Overall dimensions: 6" long x 2-1/2" tall x 1-7/8" deep
Stake pocket opening: 3-5/8" wide x 1-7/8" deep
Diameter of mounting holes (each): 3/8"

NOTE: Will accommodate a standard 2x4, which measures 1-1/2" x 3-1/2"

Galvanized Steel

Galvanized steel parts are hot-dipped in zinc after being stamped. This creates a coating that is typically 3 mm to 5 mm thick. This thick, all-around coating allows galvanized steel products to provide years of use without rusting or corroding.

45004G 11-Gauge, Galvanized Steel Stake Pocket by CE Smith

Customer Satisfaction Score:

98% were satisfied with this product

2% of customers were not satisfied

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2% of customers were not satisfied

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4.8

68 reviews

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by: Bob 02/18/2026

Alright, so these galvanized stake pockets are a bit rough around the edges as they are pressed out quickly; they need some love with a vice and hammer. They're for a Harbor Freight trailer frame; they are close to fitting the pre-drilled holes. The 1x4 frame's stake pockets won't cut it, but these stake pockets should do the trick.

by: John 10/07/2019

I ordered 8 of the Item: CE45004G to hold 2 x 4 posts for the sides I made for a utility trailer. These are heavy duty and do the job very well. Shipping was fast, and etrailer emailed a follow up to be sure they arrived.

One note, these supports DO NOT taper from top to bottom as some others on the market do. They are formed straight, so a 2 x 4 will slide into them - and continue to slide right on through. This is what I wanted on mine, as I use lock pins with them, through the center holes. Some people may want the kind that have the taper, and lock the 2 x 4 in place as you shove them down into the support.

I bought 5/16" by 4" long, square wire, locking pins to hold the 2 x 4s in the pockets.

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by: Candy 06/24/2026

Exactly what I needed! Had an issue trying to edit my order, but the staff members worked it out for me!

by: travisinmoxee 12/06/2016

It'll b a while before I actually connect these to my utility trailer but they are exactly what I was looking for and should work out perfect. It's just too cold outside to do this right now.

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by: Candy 06/30/2026

Exactly what we needed!!! Worked perfectly.

by: Patricia 08/29/2020

These stake pockets are excellent! I keep returning to buy more for all my projects. They hold a 2x4 perfect! Just bolted them to the sides of my trailers.

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by: Charles Woodford 04/22/2020

I have to give yall 5 stars. The braces actually fit 2 x 4 . These are to help my gate from the wind we get here at Fancy Gap, Va. The wind can get up to 40mph and gust up to 50mph. These did exactly what I needed.
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Charles W. One Year Later

4/23/2021

great

by: Jon M 06/03/2020 One Year Later

The brackets were perfect for my utility trailer. They were used for adding a stake fence around the trailer. The brackets were heavy weight and well plated. They were very easy to install. I would order these again.

by: Denis 04/30/2016

The stake pockets were as advertised and will enhance the versatility of my utility trailer once easily installed with bolts and the sides are installed. Now, I will be able transport top soil, etc without spillage over the sides. Looking forward to installing them for my next Saturday project.

by: Chris 10/02/2019

We have used this product in various applications in the past and it surely does the job. We have looked at other stake pockets but always come back to these. We always recommend this brand and product. Etrailer is also a great company to deal with, there are never any problems with ordering and shipping! Thanks!

by: Nathan V. 03/17/2014

I am putting together a small utility trailer with sideboards. I used three along the sides (~6 ft in length) and two in the front and back. The sideboards will also serve as ramps (2x8 boards with some additional fillers). These are handy for this project.

by: Kevin H. 09/13/2016

received these pretty quickly.At this time i haven't had a chance to install them yet.i am sure they will work for what i need them for. would definitely order from this company again.The ordering process was easy and quick.I will be putting them on a trailer that need to have sides installed.

by: Larry H 05/01/2019

Thank you very much for your kindness in giving my order, special priority.
The order arrived today ! I am very pleased with the product........and I
plan to share my positive experience with your Company at our next teachers
retiree breakfast. In my present retiree "day job" (machinery and trailer
repair), I plan to purchase from your Company in the future. Thank you
again !

by: Tim H. 11/25/2016

Great product. Heavy gauge and we'll made. Awesome company to do business with. VERY FAST SHIPPING. Thank you etrailer

by: Ron 09/08/2025

Fast delivery and good quality

by: Richard 11/14/2019

These are galvanized so they won't rust and are heavy duty and will work well for me when I get them installed. Thank you for your fast service.

by: James 12/23/2021

The order process was easy. Also etrailer quickly honored their price match guarantee.

by: Terry 07/29/2019

This is a good light weight product, working as a side mount it should be fine, however if your using it for an end gate , the thickness of the metal is not sufficient, I like the mounting holes where the middle is used, most others do not have that extra mounting hole

by: Joe F. 04/06/2016

etrailer is a wonderful firm to deal with. The product quality is great and it was shipped very rapidly after I placed the order. I received all the emails giving me the status of the order.

by: Dave 12/03/2014

Added two of these to my Carry On utility trailer. Works great

by: Thomas 11/11/2020

This is exactly what I was looking for. Heavy gauge and I like that they are galvanized.

by: Jonathon 03/22/2020

Excellent, exactly what I needed. Did have to shim them somewhat to properly fit the item being installed in them but, that would be normal, I would think. etrailer is a great site for all trailer needs.

by: Paul 03/24/2015

Shipping was reasonable and delivery was fast. Product was just as described.

by: Don 04/29/2015

The product arrived in 5 days, quicker than I expected. It fit perfect and works great. I will use trailer again.

by: Rodger Kelley 03/02/2015

great product and awesome shipping time.

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2X4 Stake Pocket That Does Not Require A Tapered Stake
I do have an option for you but the Rack'em Heavy Duty Stake Pocket for Flatbed Truck or Trailer part # PK-BSP does require the stake to be tapered at the bottom. I recommend CE Smith Stake Pocket for Flatbed Truck or Trailer - Galvanized Steel part # CE45004G which will accommodate a standard 2 x 4 which commonly measures 1-1/2" x 3-1/2". I have attached a diagram for your reference.
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Stake Pocket D-Ring Anchors For 2"x4" Stakes Or 3" Tapered Stake Pockets
For the Rack'em Heavy Duty Stake Pocket # PK-BSP you will need to use a stake pocket anchor that is specifically designed to work with the 3" tapered pocket. The Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchors # PK-SPTD will work with that size pocket. These anchors are 2-3/4" wide and 1-3/8" thick, the pin hole is located 3-1/4" from the mounting plate to the top of the pin hole. The Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchor # T35Z is designed to work with a stake pocket that accepts a 2x4 wood post. It is 3-1/2"...
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Trailer Stake Pocket Bracket Recommendation for a Dump Trailer
We have exactly what you need, check out the CE Smith Stake Pocket for Flatbed Truck or Trailer # CE45004G. These are the metal brackets that once you attach to a trailer will allow you to build a sidewall for you trailer. The pocket accepts a 2x4. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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Stake Pocket Recommendation for a Trailer to Install Trailer Sides
For a stake pocket that you could weld to the side of your trailer that would allow you to make your own walls for the trailer you could use the part # HW03-080. The inner dimensions of the stake pocket are 3-1/2" (w) x 1-9/16" (deep). This will fit a standard 2 x 4. For a bolt on application you would instead want the part # CE45004G. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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Comparing Steel Gauge Thickness For Bolt On 2 x 4 Stake Pockets
The Rackem Stake Pockets part # PK-BSP are constructed of 1/8" thick, 10.5-gauge steel. The other 2 x 4 bolt on stake pockets are 11-Gauge steel part # CE45004G and 14-gauge steel part # 337B2374GZ. The thickest gauge steel 2 x 4 stake pocket we offer is the etrailer.com weld on stake pocket part # HW03-080 which is 6 gauge steel.
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Stake Pockets for Utility Trailer
We carry a number of stake pockets and you can choose the correct one for your application in terms of size and weld or bolt on. The bolt-on option is the CE Smith Stake Pocket # CE45004G which is 3-1/2" long x 1-1/2" wide x 2-1/2" tall, has a stake pocket opening of 3-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" deep and 3/8" diameter mounting holes. For weld on stake pockets there is the Curt # C83072 which is 4-1/8" long x 1-7/8" wide x 3" tall; the etrailer # HW03-080 which is 3-9/16" wide x 1-9/16" deep x...
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Will the CE Smith Stake Pocket, # CE45004G, Hold a 2 x 4
I went out to the warehouse and pulled a CE Smith Stake Pocket, # CE45004G, to take some measurements. The dimensions listed on the product page are correct. The opening is 3-1/2 inches wide by 1-1/2 inches deep. A lumber industry standard 2x4 apparently is not exactly 2 inches by 4 inches but 1-1/2 by 3-1/2 (or close to it). The center to center distance between the 2 outside holes is 4-13/16 inches. I made a picture showing all of the measurements for you.
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What Size Stake Pocket is Correct for Brophy Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchor # T355
You can use either the Redline Weld-on Stake Pocket # HW03-080 or the bolt-on CE Smith Stake Pocket # CE45004G along with the Brophy Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchor # T355. I have included for you a link to our main page for cargo control items so you can review the available products for use with these tie downs.
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Why Doesn't CE Smith Stake Pocket # CE45004G Have Bottom
Since most stake pocket applications involve letting the board fall as far as it can into the pocket and a horizontal board attached to the 2x4 providing how it stops none of the stake pockets we offer like the # CE45004G have bottoms.
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Gauge Steel Used in the CE Smith Stake Pocket Part # CE45004G
The galvanized steel used for the CE Smith stake pocket part # CE45004G that you referenced is 11 gauge. That would mean that the thickness is .1196 inch.
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Dimensions of the CE Smith Stake Pocket Part # CE45004G
The distance between the two outside mounting holes on the CE Smith Stake Pocket part # CE45004G is 4-13/16" on center. The stake pocket opening is indeed 3-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" deep and the overall length is 5-14/16" end to end. I have attached a photo with these dimensions for you as well.
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