Can I Use the Snap-Loc E-Track Self Drilling Metal Screws to Install On Thin Aluminum Floor

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Hello, Trying to figure out how long of screws I need for the e-track install on an aluminum enclosed trailer Alcom. Inside of the trailer only seems to have white covering rather than plywood. Is 1-1/4inch screw too long?

asked by: Peter K

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I don't see any reason why you can't use the Snap-Loc E-Track Self-Drilling Metal Screws - Qty 20 # SL99FR to install your E-tracks and the 1-1/4" screw won't be too long. The screws won't stick down a significant enough amount that anything under where you're mounting would risk being punctured.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

Aluminum is a pretty soft metal. Especially as thin as you mentioned. I wouldn't recommend self tappers for the e-track. Instead I would recommend appropriately sized nuts and bolts on either side of the track with larger washers.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

That is going to come down the thickness/type of metal underneath the 3/4" plywood floor on your trailer. If the metal is the frame or crossmember and is made of steel then the Snap-Loc E-Track Self-Drilling Metal Screws - Qty 20 #SL99FR would…

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Answer 5

Lug Nut torque for the Aluminum Trailer Wheel #AM22654 will be between 90 and 100 foot lbs torque based on the 1/2 x 20 wheel studs and 15 inch aluminum wheels. Because the wheel bolt holes are reinforced with the improved clamp force technology, I…

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Answer 6

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 7

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

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 10

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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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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