Spacing the Tracks When Installing E-Track to Metal Floor of Car Hauler
Question:
I am installing tracks 2 parallel tracks in by 24 ft car hauler. Do you recommend placing tracks right under the tires of a car or slightly wider? Regarding the rating for tracks- is this for the clips or this for the track interfaces themselves?
asked by: Ed A
Helpful Expert Reply:
If you are planning on using an E-track wheel strap like the part # EM58523 (which would be your best and easiest option for securing the vehicle), you would want to space the E-track sections the exact same width as the tires on your vehicle.
Right down the middle like in the picture I attached would be ideal.
The ratings for the tracks is the amount of weight they can secure.
So part # EM19147 can secure up to 6,000 lbs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 4' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
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- 851 - 1200 lbs
- Erickson
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