Are There Any Specific Mounting Locations to Install E-Tracks on a 6x12 Enclosed Cargo Trailer

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On a 6 x 12 enclosed cargo trailer how far out from the walls would you mount the track on the floor? How far up from the floor would u mount the 1 row and the 2nd?

asked by: Kevin D

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Expert Reply:

The beauty of the E-Track systems like the Erickson # E19148 is that they are completely universal so you can set them up to what suits your needs best. If you're planning on securing a vehicle then you'll want to place the ones on the floor where your tires will sit so that you can easily secure them with straps like # 77314. For the ones on the walls I'd just take whatever cargo you plan on securing and trying to locate the tracks where they will be able to secure that cargo the best.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

I typically recommend using the etrailer E-Track Backing Plate w/ Hardware - Galvanized Steel - 6" Long x 6" Wide - Qty 1 #e89RR on each end of your E-Track sections #E19148 and one in the middle for added support. With one backing plate on…

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Answer 2

Good question and the 2,000 lb working load limit (WLL) of the Erickson Horizontal E-Track such as the 5 foot #E19148 is the safe limit for the weight of the cargo the track is helping secure. To simplify, it is the cargo capacity that the track can…

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Answer 3

Securing the e-track to the frame of your trailer would be the most secure way to install the #E19148. Going with appropriate sized nuts and bolts would be your best option. Picking that out would have to be based on your trailer setup as we…

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Answer 4

Since you plan on attaching your fasteners to the studs of the wall the amount of screws you plan to use would be plenty. We recommend using more screws in situations where studs are not accessible. The recommended height will be whatever works best…

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Answer 5

I recommend using e-tracks like the Erickson Horizontal E-Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 5' Long #E19148 because of the flexibility these provide you in regards to getting your UTV positioned. Because these are zinc plated steel, there…

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Answer 6

With cargo like your two classic Harleys you will want to make sure they are really well secured to prevent any damage. I recommend securing the E-Tracks to something more stable than just wood. If you are attaching the tracks to the floor I…

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Answer 7

E-track is not flexible to be bent around a dovetail like you have. You'd have to trim the track at the angle change and attach it in flat sections across the dovetail.

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

Yes, you can use Erickson Horizontal E-Track item #E19148 as front straps to hold down a car. These tracks have a 2,000 lbs maximum capacity per track. You will want to use the etrailer E-Track Backing Plates w/ Hardware item #e96RR for mounting. The…

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Answer 10

You can absolutely install E-Tracks like the etrailer Horizontal E-Track - Black Powder Coated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 94" Long - Qty 4 #e42VR you were looking at in your Forest River Enclosed Cargo Trailer yourself. Now there are a few things to…

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Answer 11

The etrailer E-Track Roller Idler #e67HR is 3" from the top of the e-track to the bottom of the roller.

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Answer 12

Although we don't have a kit that includes the bearings/seal all in one package, you can certainly obtain the parts separately. You'll need: #25580 inner bearing and its #25520 race #LM67048 outer bearing and its #LM67010 race #21325 Double…

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