Can the Erickson Horizontal E-Tracks Be Mounted On a Ceiling for Punching Bag

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Can a e track system be installed on a ceiling assuming it is screwed into a stud. I wound intend to use it to mount a 100lb punching bag to the ceiling.

asked by: Wilfred G

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E-track can be used on a ceiling since it is designed to hold quite a bit of weight to the track. Commonly people secure vehicles to the track on the floor of a trailer so a ceiling mount (through a stud) to hold a punching bag would be definitely doable. For an anchor with a ring to use with the track # E19148 you'd want just the part # 59131.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

To mount Erickson E-Tracks like the 4 Foot Long #EM19147 that you are looking at you will want to use 1/4 inch diameter screws/bolts. The length is entirely dependent on the application but for 3/8 inch plywood I really recommend first securing the…

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Answer 2

My contact at Erickson confirmed that you are definitely able to use the Vertical E-Track #E19146 in the horizontal position. The advantage for you is that it will mount to the space you need it to fit. The only disadvantage of using the Vertical…

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Answer 3

E-track can be driven over and it will be fine. It would not collapse or otherwise damage itself. You could use and drive over the Erickson Horizontal E-Track #EM19147. Then for a wheel strap the Erickson E-Track Wheel Tie-Down Strap with Roller…

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Answer 4

The E-Track Wood Beam Socket you mention, part #59149 can be mounted in any orientation you wish.As you can see in the photo I provided, the slots in the E-Track measure 2 inches apart on center. Moving from one slot to the next would provide 2…

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Answer 5

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 6

There isn't really any info available on the FV5300 so you'll need to check the hinge bolt hole spacing to see if it matches the #FVK1020-19 you were looking at and that the lift arm sits on the right side of the vent. If your lift arm sits…

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Answer 7

Since the slot dimensions and capacity of different brands of E-Track are identical, really the only differences are the finish and the lengths the tracks are sold in. If you're using the E-Track in an area where aesthetics are important, you can…

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Answer 8

E track like the part #E19148 (5 foot section) would work well for what you are looking to do. People use E track for car haulers all the time and it works well. We even have a wheel strap designed for E tracks, part #EM58523 which will work great.

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Answer 9

For maximum strength of mounting E-tracks to an aluminum trailer bed you really want to go down to the frame of the trailer. I am sure the aluminum bed of your trailer is pretty strong since it is car hauler but the frame will definitely be the…

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Answer 10

I did some research online to find out what metals when in contact with each other promote corrosion. Surprisingly, zinc coated steel, like the E-Track Cargo Control track, part #E19148, and aluminum like your trailer would not promote corrosion…

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Answer 11

The best hitch with a 2" receiver for your 2023 Kia Sportage is going to be the etrailer Hitch item #e38KR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts directly to your Kia with included hardware. This is a class III hitch, with a 2" receiver, that…

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Answer 12

I didn't receive your photos, but the manner in which you attach the e-track to your trailer deck will completely depend on what the deck is constructed of and where exactly on the deck you'll be placing the e-track. Without knowing any…

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