Installing Erickson Horizontal E-Track System In Enclosed Cargo Trailer

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Have an HandH enclosed cargo trailer. Want to install e-track tie down system. Problem/question is trailer lined with very thin 1/8 in plywood. Has vertical aluminum studs that are 1 inch wide, and 1 inch deep. Not sure how to secure either e-tracks rail or single e-tracks units. Could send pics if that would help. Thx

asked by: Rob

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For wall applications, the E-track system # E19148 is mounted horizontally. Make sure you line up the mounting holes with studs as much as possible to give you that additional strength. That plywood is almost too thin to mount to and you will want to make sure you don't puncture the exterior wall with your screws. I suggest adding thicker plywood to your trailer to utilize this system. For added strength it is a good idea to use as many screws as possible when mounting the E-Track, even if they aren't secured in the aluminum studs and just the plywood at some points.

expert reply by: Jason S

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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

Absolutely, you can mount E track just about anywhere it will fit. We had a customer send in a picture of his E track mounted sided to side on his trailer so the pressure is across all the decking instead of just one board. You can check out the…

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Answer 3

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 4

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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Answer 5

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 6

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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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 8

You'd want to use a backing plate like part #e96RR when installing the e-track like the part #E19148 and there isn't a crossmember you can attach to.

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Answer 9

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 10

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 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

Backing plates, like the etrailer Backing Plate #e96RR, are always a good idea. Using bolts and backing plates will provide a more secure installation of the Erickson E-Track. You will want to use 4 bolts per backing plate. If you do decide to use…

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