Can E-Track be Installed on a Rubber Floor in a Toy Hauler

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Where is the video showing how to screw the e-track in a toy hauler with a rubber floor?

asked by: Robert H

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Helpful Expert Reply:

We do not have a video showing installation of E-track on a rubber floor but I have linked some videos that should help. basically you would need hardware that is long enough to go through the rubber floor to the wood or metal subfloor, through that and then into the support beams on the bottom of the trailer.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

You should really attach E-Track directly to the wood floor of the trailer by trimming the rubber covering in the area you want to mount the track. Also I recommend using several E-track backing plates, #e96RR, under the wood floor so that the force…

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Answer 2

When installing an E-track, such as #E19148, it is always best to attach the track to the trailer's main structural components, such as the frame, when possible. The frame will provide the best support for the system. The E-Track Baking Plate…

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Answer 3

You would not need to recess the installation of the E-Track Trailer Cargo Control #E19148 to mount it horizontally. If you really wanted to you could, but it definitely wouldn't be required and people install these without it all the time. I…

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Answer 4

E track like the part #E19148 (5 foot section) would work well for what you are looking to do. People use E track for car haulers all the time and it works well. We even have a wheel strap designed for E tracks, part #EM58523 which will work great.

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Answer 5

I typically recommend using the etrailer E-Track Backing Plate w/ Hardware - Galvanized Steel - 6" Long x 6" Wide - Qty 1 #e89RR on each end of your E-Track sections #E19148 and one in the middle for added support. With one backing plate on…

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Answer 6

The Erickson Horizontal E-Track, part #E19148 has 1/4 inch diameter mounting holes spaced 2 inches apart. The screws you use should be at least long enough to go 3/4 inch into the wood you are mounting the track to. The more screws you use the more…

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Answer 7

Typically for wood floors we recommend using backing plates like the part #e96RR with the E-tracks like part #E19148 that you mentioned. I attached an install video for an E-track that shows the backing plate being used as well.

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Answer 8

Yes, you can use Erickson Horizontal E-Track item #E19148 as front straps to hold down a car. These tracks have a 2,000 lbs maximum capacity per track. You will want to use the etrailer E-Track Backing Plates w/ Hardware item #e96RR for mounting. The…

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Answer 9

I didn't receive your photos, but the manner in which you attach the e-track to your trailer deck will completely depend on what the deck is constructed of and where exactly on the deck you'll be placing the e-track. Without knowing any…

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Answer 10

I don't recommend drilling through the steel crossmembers to install your Horizontal E-Track item #E19148. This will put holes in the steel that can collect moisture and cause rusting. Plus that would be a lot of effort and you'll probably go…

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Answer 11

E-tracks, like the Erickson Horizontal E-Track #E19148 can be cut down to fit your application. We do not recommend bending the E-track, but rather cut or use smaller pieces and lay them in a way that makes up for the bend.

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Answer 12

E-track is not flexible to be bent around a dovetail like you have. You'd have to trim the track at the angle change and attach it in flat sections across the dovetail.

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