How Does Single Axle Trailer Fender w/ Backing Plate Normally Mount

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If you are not supposed to use the backing plate for mounting, and my trailer would have to use backing plate, in some way, how do these mount?

asked by: Randall R

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Usually fenders like the # HP79VR mount with L-brackets like the part # CE26098G-2. Some people do mount these with hardware through the backing plates though too.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The etrailer Steel Trailer Fender with Backing Plate #HP79VR is 7-3/4-inches wide as you noted. The similar fender #HP36VR also has a backing plate and is 9-inches wide, but please note it is also longer and taller. Overall dimensions are 9 Wide x 32…

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Answer 2

The Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C #AM31952 weighs 30 lbs. This is shipping weight which is what it will weigh shipped therefore in order to determine actual weight you will want to…

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Answer 3

We do offer many styles of replacement trailer fenders in plastic, steel and aluminum that you can check out on the page I linked for you. To start, click on your wheel diameter. I reviewed many photos of the 2011 RP-177 and it appears that the steel…

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Answer 4

Yes you certainly can. In order to bolt-on a set of metal weld-on fenders such as the Single Axle Trailer Fender part #HP29VR you will need a set of mounting brackets such as the Mounting Brackets for Trailer Fender part #CE26098G-2. If you do not…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 9

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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