What is the Difference with the E Tracks that are 5 1/8" Wide and 4 7/8" Wide?
Updated 01/10/2025 | Published 01/09/2025
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What is the significance , or reasoning to the various widths. Why would one buy 5 1/8 verse 4 7/8. Are the slots still the same? Is the height the same?
asked by: Todd D
Expert Reply:
Hello Todd,
Yes, they are basically the same. I went out to the warehouse to make sure the slots are the same, they measure 1/2" in the most narrow part, 1" in the widest part, and they are 2 1/2" long. The only "real" difference is the name. The # 3371903055 is 5 1/8" wide overall and is made by Buyers, and the # e45VR is 4 7/8" and is our etrailer brand. Our prices to change quite often, looks like at this time the Buyers would be the better deal. Although if you were using it somewhere where it can get wet or damp our etrailer # e45VR would be the better choice since it has the galvanized finish.
Where do you plan on installing these, and what are there purpose?
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Buyers Products Horizontal E Track - Gunmetal Gray Powder Coated Steel - 5' Long - Qty 1
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Todd
1/9/2025
Thanks for the detailed answer. They are for an install in an enclosed trailer for car tie downs