Where to run your e-track?

[blar]

I'm getting my new enclosed trailer in a week or two and want to know (from experience) where is the best place(s) to run e-tracking. On the floor against the walls? Up the middle or both? On the wall? Have a carbide resistant flooring installed but plan on putting down superglides so have to take that into consideration too.

 

[maxwell]

mine go dead center couldnt be happier with my choice. 1 row under each sled row

 

[Firefly]

24" O/C from the exterior wall works perfect for Superclamps. This is the way I run for my customers on a 7" wide

 

[Bullseye]

I ran mine about 1 inch from the floor on the wall. I thought then dirt and crud shouldn't collect in it as bad !!
But then again, I don't haul sleds .....only quads and cargo !!!
Just my 2 cents !!!

 

[the_real_wild1]

I would run two tracks down between the sleds when they are side by side. Also run along the walls about 3-4 feet high for moving other things. Tis what I plan to do. Example: when I move my tool box next week it is nice to strap it to the wall instead of to the floor. Always nice to have options.

 

[flyfishinwoman]

If running e-track along the wall, does it compromise the structural integrity of the wall members by drilling into them? I am trying to figure out how to place the e-track for loading of quads, bikes, and sleds (not necessarily all at once, lol). I was thinking of running a track along the base of each wall on the floor, and one in the middle, but for sleds that's not necessarily the best option in a 7' wide trailer. Any other ideas? TIA.

 

[Firefly]

If running e-track along the wall, does it compromise the structural integrity of the wall members by drilling into them?
I am trying to figure out how to place the e-track for loading of quads, bikes, and sleds (not necessarily all at once, lol). I was thinking of running a track along the base of each wall on the floor, and one in the middle, but for sleds that's not necessarily the best option in a 7' wide trailer. Any other ideas? TIA.

- You will only add strength to the wall by installing the E-Track

- Run two lengths of E-Track 24" O/C from the wall on the floor and another section along the bottom of each wall (see attached photo). You can load anything you want then and have a multitude of mounting options! For the motorcycles run the E-track motorcycle chocks and you can stagger the bikes from one side to the other to make the best use of your space.

 

[flyfishinwoman]

Thanks for the feedback, Ron. I didn't know that there were chocks for the e-track, makes it easy.

 

[Bullseye]

There is also hooks now for e-track !!! Got some the other day from "Gregg's".....either a "J" hook or a square hook !!! Bought a few for the trailers !! Good for hanging tie-downs and other stuff from when in the trailer !!
Of course, hooks only work well if the e-track is on the wall !!! LOL

 

[mach123]

princess auto has good price

 

[Bullseye]

princess auto has good price

That is true !! They usually have a good selection too. 3', 5' , 8' lenghts . And lots of tie-down clips too.
I've bought e-track at Peavey Mart too........ but I think Princess Auto has the best prices !!!

 

[novi408]

This thread has been helpful. One other question:

What are the best fasteners to use going into the wall studs and the floor?

 

[maxwell]

This thread has been helpful. One other question:

What are the best fasteners to use going into the wall studs and the floor?

i used self tapping lag bolts where the etrack crossed the frame rails. then 3/4" wood screws in the remaining holes. a total of 632 screws, 3 dewalt batteries, 2 beers and done!

 

[Bullseye]

I have put e-track in a few trailers now ....but I have a question ????

I have been putting "horizontal" e-track in everything.......but I notice there is "vertical" e-track too ?? Can a guy use this too ?? I have ran my e-track just like the photos here but thought "vertical" e-track could be run at the front and back of the trailer (on the walls) to add more points for tieing stuff in ! Just screw it to the wall running up one stud ? Any thoughts??

 

[gibsons]

here's mine, right down the centre of each sled

 

[gibsons]

ok, that didn't work.

 

[Firefly]

I have put e-track in a few trailers now ....but I have a question ????

I have been putting "horizontal" e-track in everything.......but I notice there is "vertical" e-track too ?? Can a guy use this too ?? I have ran my e-track just like the photos here but thought "vertical" e-track could be run at the front and back of the trailer (on the walls) to add more points for tieing stuff in ! Just screw it to the wall running up one stud ? Any thoughts??

The only problem I find with the vertical e-track is not being able to securely attach it to the wall stud due to fact that the width of the track is wider than the wall studs