Can etrailer RapidRamps 5' Long Bolt-On Trailer Ramps be Welded On

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Can these ramps be welded onto the floor instead of bolting them down? I have a metal floor on my trailer.

asked by: Herman M

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Hey Herman, yes you could weld the mounting brackets of the etrailer RapidRamps 5' Long Bolt-On Trailer Ramps # e37XV to your trailer instead of bolting them on if that is what you would prefer. I'd do the same and weld them on instead of bolting as that would be easier and more secure.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Hey Brian, the ramps automatically latch when you fold them straight up into the vertical position. On a 5 foot wide trailer using #e37XV or #e47XV, that latch holds the ramps upright without straps, pins, or extra steps. They stay locked in place…

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Hey Kevin; you don’t give up capacity by going shorter, or by selecting the ramp kit for a wider trailer. All RapidRamps kits are rated at 3,000 lbs per ramp (enough for 6,000lb vehicle) - so the 5' kits #e37XV (for 5 - 6-1/2' wide trailers)…

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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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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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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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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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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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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

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

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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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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