Mounting Brackets for Steel Trailer Fender

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how would I be able to mount these fenders?? would I need special brackets and if so which would you recommend ??

asked by: Leonardo R

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To mount trailer fender # HP66VR you can use L-brackets # CE26061G-2. I included a picture that shows an example installation for you. The fender could also be welded on by a professional welder.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

We recommend having about 4" of clearance height-wise to account for suspension movement and at least 2" width-wise between your tire and trailer fender or trailer frame like part #HP66VR that was referenced. Since you are building a…

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Answer 2

To install the CE Smith V-Wing Bolster Bracket for Pontoon Boat Trailers part #CE26244G you want to use lag screws and a washer to attach the brackets which you will need to source from a local hardware store according to CE so drilling will be…

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Answer 3

Great question. As a general rule, when your trailer is loaded to it's full capacity, there should be a minimum clearance of 3 inches between the top of your tire and the underside of your fender.This should give you adequate clearance for…

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Answer 4

Pressure treated lumber can be used for bunk boards along with bunk carpet like the #CE11349. However, it is possible that some corrosion may occur from the chemicals in the lumber over time. The CE Smith bunk boards like #CE27840 are made from…

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Answer 5

The BFGoodrich 33-12.50/15 Tires you are referring to are light truck tires for passenger vehicles which means they cannot be used on a trailer therefore we would not have trailer fenders specially designed to accommodate them. However, the Single…

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Answer 6

Thanks for the photo. Honestly 5 inches of clearance from the fender to the top of the tire is fine if that is what you desire. We normally recommend 4 inches to allow for the suspension travel whether with leaf springs or torsion axles to allow…

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Answer 7

As a general rule, you will want the distance between the hangers on a leaf spring suspension system to be around a 1/2 inch shorter than the length of your leaf springs. This will allow for some movement with the shackle strap. For example, if you…

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The smallest diameter 13 inch trailer wheel and tire will have a diameter of 24.1 inches (ST175/80-13). There are 3 common 12 inch trailer tire sizes: 4.80-12 has a diameter of 20.5 inches, 5.30-12 has a diameter of 21.9 inches, and 145/80-12 has a…

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Answer 9

In order to mount the CE Smith V-Wing Bolster Bracket for Pontoon Boat Trailers #CE26244G you'll want to use use lag screws and a washer to attach the brackets; these aren't part of any hardware that comes with the brackets so you'll need…

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Answer 10

I checked with CE Smith and they informed me that the larger holes on the bracket that connect to the bunks and the larger holes are .410 of an inch and the smaller holes are .313 of an inch. Check out the picture I attached for more dimensions.

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Answer 11

There should be enough free play in the shackles to allow them to move. There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. The first thing you should make sure of is that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at…

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Answer 12

The portion of the rear hanger with TOP labeled on it will get welded to the trailer frame. I am including a picture of the hangar that shows the top marking and how it is positioned on the trailer. I attached an FAQ on trailer suspension for you to…

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