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CE Smith Trailer Tail Light Protector - 5-1/2" x 5-5/8" - Aluminum Tread Plate - Qty 1
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CE Smith Trailer Tail Light Protector - 5-1/2" x 5-5/8" - Aluminum Tread Plate - Qty 1
Part Number: CE26051A
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CE Smith Accessories and Parts - CE26051A
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Shield your trailer's tail light from damage with this rustproof aluminum protector. Mounts between the existing bracket on your trailer and your square tail light using the light's 2 mounting studs. Aluminum tread plate adds rugged style.
Features:
- Bracket helps to protect your trailer's tail light from damage
- Fits square, stud-mounted tail lights with maximum dimensions of 5-1/4" tall x 5-3/8" wide x 2-13/16" deep
- Protective ledges on top and bottom help protect light surface from accidental collision
- Rustproof, corrosion-resistant aluminum construction
- Great for saltwater use
- Lightweight yet strong and durable
- Diamond tread plate adds rugged style to your trailer
- Side marker openings on both sides ensure side marker remains visible no matter what side of the trailer the protector is mounted on
- Cutout on bottom lets light shine on a license plate mounted below
- Easy, no-drill installation
- Mounts between existing bracket on your trailer and tail light
- Slips over mounting studs on tail light - no hardware required
- Can be installed on the left or right side of your trailer
Specs:
- Quantity: 1 protector
- Overall dimensions: 5-1/2" tall x 5-5/8" wide x 2-13/16" deep
- License plate light cutout dimensions: 2-1/2" long x 1-5/8" wide
- Mounting slot dimensions: 1" long x 1/4" wide
- Spacing between mounting slots: 9/16"
- Plate thickness: 5/64"
Defend vulnerable tail lights from mishaps while backing up, loading, and unloading your trailer with this attractive aluminum tread protector.
Protects without Limiting Visibility
The top and bottom ledges on this protector are the first line of defense between your fragile tail light and accidental collision. And the ledges won't obstruct the light's visibility.
This versatile bracket can be mounted onto either the right or left side of your trailer. Open sides allow visibility of the side marker light, and a cutout in the bottom of the protector lets light shine down onto a license plate mounted below.
No-Drill Installation
This tail light protector is easy to install and requires no additional hardware or drilling. Simply mount it between the existing tail light bracket on your trailer and your tail light. Just remove the tail light, slip the protector on over the light's mounting studs, and reattach the light to your trailer's tail light bracket. Pre-drilled holes in the back of the protector fit differently spaced mounting studs. An additional, larger hole lets you feed wiring to and from the light for hassle-free installation.
Rustproof Aluminum Construction
Shining aluminum tread plate gives your trailer a rugged look while resisting rust and corrosion. Aluminum is lightweight yet durable, making it suitable for heavy-duty, outdoor, and saltwater applications.
Add CE Smith's aluminum tread plate license plate bracket (CE26053A - sold separately) for additional style.
26051A C. E. Smith Tail Light Guard for Trailers - Diamond Plate
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
45 reviews
by:
Thomas
08/17/2024
Great solution to protect tail lamps.
Trailer light mount was often used as a step. This solved two problems by protecting plastic housing and providing a no slip step. Had to slightly modify but working great a year later
Trailer light mount was often used as a step. This solved two problems by protecting plastic housing and providing a no slip step. Had to slightly modify but working great a year later
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Gary M
06/11/2022
I added these light protectors in conjunction with changing the tail lights from old incandescent tails to Miro-Flex LED tails (another review...). They are perfectly sized for a 5 X 5 square surface mount light with 2" O.C. stud mounts, and they completely enclose the tail light. My trailer is already a 1/4-acre of Aluminum tread plate, so these protectors fit right in.
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Mark
07/31/2018
Great product and super easy to install. Web-site is fantastic! This is the most helpful site out there, with multiple pictures, dimensions and installation instructions. Always come back to browse and shop for more.
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Brian
04/24/2026
Good look great protection from light damage
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William
11/18/2023
Excellent. I put these on my boat trailer a year ago. When I put my mud-boat into weed/log infested water or partially frozen water, I no longer break my tail-lights. And these don't RUST.
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Edward b.
09/15/2016
install was easy, the diamond plate appears to be able to with stand a medium hit'' Needed to use a rubber gasket to include accessories (license plate bracket) to get a tight install '' as the diamond plate protrudes and leaves a uneven surface for a tight fit.
Edward B.
9/15/2017
Appears to hold up in salt water area, of course some corrosion apparent, but overall it is doing its job on protecting the tail lights.
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Oregon Rick
07/07/2020
Easy to install Exceptialy well made. All of my friends with trailers, and even passers, by have asked where I purchased the brackets.
Oregon Rick
7/8/2021
Hold up well after a year of being stored outside.
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Geoff
08/08/2017
The taillight guard performs exactly as described and meets expectations. I have saved at least 2 taillights from being destroyed since I bought this, as, on numerous occasions I have backed into bushes, or low lying obstacles. Though I have a rear camera on my vehicle, it doesn't give me a good view from behind the trailer. License plate bracket is a useful accessory. I have had no problem with the taillights I purchased along with the other items.
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Tom M.
12/10/2016
These really dress up the trailer!! They are light weight aluminum but protect plastic lights from bumps and scrapes. I am very pleased!
Tom M.
12/10/2017
Still like new and protecting my lights very well!
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Johnny R.
06/22/2015
Product as advertised. Should keep my boat tail lights from getting knock off unloading and loading my boat in the river.
Johnny R.
6/21/2016
Works great. Have not knocked anymore tail lights off.
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Michael
03/31/2018
Trailer light protector as advertised. Just installed. Tested stepping on it, did not flex to any significant degree.
Lights also as advertised. Took cover off and the electronics are completely sealed.
Looking forward to a long life with these purchases.
Lights also as advertised. Took cover off and the electronics are completely sealed.
Looking forward to a long life with these purchases.
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John B.
05/11/2019
My aluminum “kit-built” trailer has only been in service for a short time, and the original tail light cover-mounts that came with it were already showing signs of poor quality and design. It did not take many back road trips for them to show just how flimsy they are. After one of them essentially disintegrated, I looked to etrailer for a heavier and sturdier replacement that would look good and stay in one piece. This heavy duty aluminum cover-mount (CE26051A) fit the bill perfectly. Universal mounting holes are compatible with most tail light sets; it can be attached to most trailer frames in a variety of ways (I used bracket item CE26057AA); it looks good; and it is clearly sturdy and meant to last if mounted properly. Be aware that mounting bolts for both the bracket and the cover-mount are not included, and that both items are priced per piece, not pair. (All necessary hardware for installation is easy to find.) Overall, I am very satisfied with these items and with the attentive service I received from etrailer, especially their question answering service and quick shipping.
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Val
10/05/2019
lites and protectors are great … had put them on my 2 year old trailer and have upgraded to a beefier trailer and had to have them on the new one. the reflector strips are just what I needed on the new trailer since the strips the manufacturer put on the trailer were damaged in transit. the new strips were easy to install and reflect from a 1/2 block away. thanks again etrailer …...
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Lawrence
08/21/2020
These work well. I launch and retrieve in current and used to loose lights fairly frequently. With these my tin boats bounce off without damaging anything. This was my second set (diff. trailer) based on the success of the first set.
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Jim
05/02/2016
Fit tail lamp assemblies pretty well, looks good. Could be improved with side reinforcements for even better protection.
Jim
5/2/2017
Protectors still look good and remain functional after 2 years of use.
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Mike
03/05/2023
Finally a good set of trailer light protectors that are easy fit and high quality. Fair price and prompt shipping are taken for granted from e-trailer.
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Ruthann
07/02/2019
etrailer.com was the ONLY place I could find the parts I needed when rebuilding my trailer AND my order came super-fast!! Thank You!
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Steve B.
12/08/2014
Everything came as ordered and within 3 days. The products are of good quality and priced competitively. They have products for my trailer that I could not find anywhere else. I will do business with eTrailer again in the future. Extremely happy!
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Mark
03/27/2024
Great product
Mark
3/28/2025
Working great looks like new
Bryce D.
3/28/2025
@Mark Glad to hear it! What kind of trailer do you have?
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mountain guy
11/17/2020
My trailer lights are still in one piece thanks to the light protector!
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Rock
09/14/2019
Good product as described and quick shipping. I'll be on the road Monday as I thought that I'd be getting the then. Excellent!
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George
12/18/2018
I was glad to find etrailer, the selections was great and the pricing was right, thanks. I will order again.
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Earl
12/11/2021
etrailer had always treated me right. I do enjoy the great quaility of their products...
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John L.
04/02/2017
these were just what I wanted. They fit great and were constructed well. They arrived promptly and were packaged great.
Thanks for your product and I will do business with you again in the future.
John L.
4/5/2018
The product is working out great and Ive had no problems.
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Gary G
07/24/2016
Metal is a little thin. Wish they made the heavy steel protectors galvanized.
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William
11/19/2024
Works perfect.