Backing Plate Recommendation for Use with E-Track Installed on Wood Floor

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please. what kind hardware I need to install Tre racks in my flat bed trailer. the floor is wood. thank you

asked by: Alfredo J

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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.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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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

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 3

The E-track system can install any way you would like on your trailer. It is common to install the E-Tracks so the wheels of a vehicle are on top of the E-track. This allows you to use wheel nets, like part #EM58523, that attach directly to the…

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Answer 4

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…

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Answer 5

For maximum strength of mounting E-tracks to an aluminum trailer bed you really want to go down to the frame of the trailer. I am sure the aluminum bed of your trailer is pretty strong since it is car hauler but the frame will definitely be the…

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Answer 6

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 7

Ideally, you'll want some of the hardware attaching the e-track to the trailer floor to also secure to the cross members as well as to the planks that make up the trailer floor. If that's not possible, I'd recommend using a backer plate…

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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 9

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…

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Answer 10

You definitely can install the Erickson Horizontal E-Track #E19148 to the wood deck on your SureTrac trailer. In fact, I don't think I have seen anyone mount it to the actual frame of their trailer as of yet. If you would like to add some extra…

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Answer 11

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 12

The E-Track Trailer Cargo Control #E19148 can be secure by screws, rivets, or welding. If you went with screws to install this you would need to base the size of the screw on how thick the wood is you are attaching the track to. For example, if your…

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