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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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E-Trac install?

Just made a deal to pick up a new toy hauler. It comes with e-trac loose. I will install later. What's the best way to mount the track? The TH is a Raptor with an enclosed bottom. Frame is aluminum, as are cross memnbers I believe.
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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Ribet-Ribet

Or check with your local bolt/fastener shop on renting a "Huck Machine"
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 06:47 PM
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I just screwed mine to the floor with 1 or 1 1/4" screws. Don't quite remember the length. I went about every other screw hole. Some guys through bolt them.
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 07:08 PM
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I bolted mine through the floor about every foot
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Old Oct 16, 2008 | 07:27 PM
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I just screwed mine to the floor with 1 or 1 1/4" screws. Don't quite remember the length. I went about every other screw hole. Some guys through bolt them.

I used Stainless lag bolts in every hole. It holds great and I have yet to hear any ripping out when installed this way.
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Old Oct 16, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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I always use #12 x 1.5" self tapping screws from Home Depot. I sell E-Track and have installed it in several trucks and trailers. I haven't had any come loose yet. Once you line up a hole in the track with the braces that run up & down then they should all line up. I always screw to every brace and then a couple screws into the wood(If you have it) every few holes.
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