Minimum Distance Between Frame and Upright Post of CE Smith Guide Ons CE27626

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What is the minimum dimension one can have to mount the tube out and away from trailer frame? ie: 5 inches? I understand the max extension is 13 inches. What is the minimum dimension? Thank you.

asked by: Robert W

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While the L-bracket of the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers # CE27626 does angle away slightly so the exact number will vary it's right at 5 inches as the minimum distance between where it attaches and the lower portion of the upright post.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers part #CE27626 will fit trailer frames up to 3" wide x 4-1/4" tall. The key word here being "up to" so they will indeed work with your 1" wide x 3" tall frame…

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Answer 2

CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons #CE27626 were designed to fit trailer frames that are up to but no larger than 3 inches wide and 4-1/4 inches tall. At 2 by 4 inches your frame does meet that description! I have linked a video review for you.

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Answer 3

I think that question is dependent on how much flexing you're talking about. The CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons #CE27626 are made out of PVC pipe so there is some flex that can happen, but a heavy boat could easily snap the PVC if you're…

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Answer 4

The dimension of the bracket that comes with the #CE27626 that you sent in a picture of is 3 inches.

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 8

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 9

Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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Answer 10

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 11

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 12

You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. The main clearance issues we find when putting larger tires and wheels on a trailer is from the top of the tire to the fender and from the inside…

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