Plate For Trailer Ramp Edge And Gap Between Floor And Ramp To Allow Wheels To Roll Without Catching

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Do you sell both plates together as a kit? I want one for the ramp edge and one for the gap to the floor so carts don’t hang up.

asked by: Leo

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Great idea, Leo - we don’t package the M-3 plates as a set, but you can just grab two of whichever version you prefer. Many folks use the steel plate # M368FR for the exterior edge where it takes more impact and the aluminum plate # M348FR for the inside gap since it’s lighter to lift with the door, but you can use whichever is better for you.

What’s the trailer used for, Leo?

expert reply by: Andrew N

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black powder coat steel
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aluminum
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ramp door edge
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Megan

11/26/2025

I did the same combo and it’s way easier to roll my equipment in the trailer now. Took me about an hour to bolt both on (floor to ramp, and ramp to ground)

Andrew N.

11/26/2025

@Megan Nice, Megan! That’s exactly what we like to hear. The hinge design really makes install simple once you mark your holes. Appreciate you sharing your experience!

Answer 1

Hey there Mike; both M-3 plates are built heavy duty, but they don't really have a weight rating. They use a 3/16 inch thick tread plate and come in steel #M386FR or aluminum #M348FR, fully welded with a piano hinge. They’ll take the full load of…

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Answer 2

Hey Dustin. I installed the Enclosed Trailer Transition Plate item #M368FR on a trailer here when we first got them in and you're good! That plate is single solid piece of steel. It's got a heavy duty piano style hinge that has been riveted…

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Answer 3

Good question, Patrick - both do the same job, but here are some differences for you to look at. The #M368FR steel is heavier at 40 lbs and better for constant heavy loads like pallet jacks or commercial carts. The #M348FR aluminum is lighter at 23…

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Answer 4

Hey Brandon! Yes, either M-3 transition plate (steel #M368FR or aluminum #M348FR) will do the job, but I’d go aluminum #M348FR since it’s easier to trim and won’t rust if water gets in that recessed area. Just mount it across the lower edge of the…

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Answer 5

Hey Jeff! Yes, the M-3 steel plate #M368FR is perfect for that setup. It’s about 81-3/4 inch wide, so it’ll span your ramp nicely, and the welded steel with a tread-plate texture gives great traction even if your wheels are wet or muddy. You’ll just…

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Answer 6

Hey Alan - you can absolutely use the M3 plate at the door-to-floor gap. Many folks run one on the outside edge and another inside for a totally smooth roll-through. The steel plate #M368FR gives you extra strength if you’re using pallet jacks or…

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Answer 7

Hello Jason, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Kenda Karrier KR53 ST205/75R15 tire with 15" black aluminum wheel #KE58JV does come balanced from the factory. Trailer tire and wheel assemblies are balanced by matching the tire’s high and low…

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Answer 8

Hey Jack, If you're talking about a transition plate then you'll want the etrailer Enclosed Trailer Transition Plate #e32JR. This can be installed on either end of the ramp to help make the transition onto easier or at the hinge of the ramp…

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Answer 9

Hey Corey, good catch - hardware isn’t included with either the #M368FR steel or #M348FR aluminum plates. Most folks just source stainless or zinc-coated hardware locally so they can match what’s already on their ramp. It also depends on the style…

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Answer 10

Hey Chris, the Karrier #KE93KV and the Karrier #AM10245 are both really similar, with the only real differences being the section width on the Karrier #KE93KV being narrower than the Karrier #AM10245, and the Karrier #KE93KV has a 5 rib design as…

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Answer 11

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 12

Kenda trailer tires are primarily made in China like most trailer tires. The only Radial trailer tires that I'm aware of that are made in the United States are the Goodyear Endurance line. Carlisle has a bias ply line of tires made in the States,…

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