Roof Top Rack for a 5x8 Enclosed Trailer

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I have a 5x8 flat top Look cargo trailer. Im looking to add a RTT to the trailer since I only use the trailer for motorcycle adventure. Can you suggest a rack that would work for this setup?

asked by: Cat

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I would be glad to help you find a roof top rack for your trailer. I recommend the Rack'em Fitz-All Enclosed Trailer Ladder Rack item # RA-28. This rack fits trailers from 4' to 8-1/2' wide, which will accommodate your 5'x8' trailer perfectly. It is constructed out of aluminum and has a 400 lbs weight capacity. The bars have an overall length of 22 inches and the bottom of the bracket to the top of the crossbar is 17 inches. I have attached a video review of this rack and a picture of the rack on a trailer similar to the one you have described.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

It depends on how much clearance you currently have around your wheels. Ideally, you should have 3 inches minimum clearance between your fender and your wheels and an inch minimum between your sidewall and trailer frame/wall. As your wheel size…

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Answer 2

The maker of your trailer is really the only reliable source for its specifications and capacities. In my research on the Wells Cargo website I too was unable to find any roof details about your trailer other than that the aluminum roof on the 6 x 10…

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Hey Jaime, yes you can replace your 25-1/4 inch 3,500 lb axle leaf springs with a 5k rated axle spring like the part #e44SR. This will increase the suspension's weight capacity and might make the ride quality a little rougher but it would fit and…

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Hey Kevin thanks for your question. There is not much downside to going with the 5,000 lb springs instead of the 3,500 lb. A higher rated spring may make the ride a bit more "chunky" at times, since the spring would not flex as easily.…

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Hey Tanya, it looks like both the Replacement Jack Screw and Nut Kit for Bulldog Topwind Trailer Jacks with 10,000-lb Lift Capacity BD500250 you're looking and the Replacement Jack Screw and Nut Kit for Bulldog Sidewind Trailer Jacks with…

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Answer 7

We have several exterior ladders that could potentially work for you and your trailer. Take a look at #LA-401. This ladder is 99-1/2 inches tall. It may require a little modification depending on the design of your trailer but it would work. I have…

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Answer 8

The weight capacity for Rackem Fitz-All Enclosed Trailer Ladder Rack part #RA-28 at a 7 ft width is 400 pounds. These racks are designed for fiberglass ladders, if you need more capacity another set can be added to spread the weight out more.

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Answer 9

The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring #e44SR is our closest leaf spring to the Dexter 072-078-00 which we do not carry. Each of these springs is the same 25-1/4" from eye to eye but are rated for 2,500lbs per spring versus the 2,200lbs you are needing.

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