I want to run E track to hook 2x4 hangers into and then create my bed. I've read a few posts about E track but they wander off to L track discussions. The E track is like 5" wide (high) so I'm not sure how I would attached to ribs that run horizontally at waist height as they would be wider than the ribs. Have found a few tantalizing photos of E track installed in Promasters but can't get zoom in for enough detail to understand how it's done. Anybody done it or have any advice? If I just attached it to 1/2" ply lining would it be secure enough or would it still have to be secured to the ribs also, through the ply? In trailer builds I have seen E track attached to the ply which looks totally straightforward, but I don't know if that's a thicker ply or if all/some of the bolts go through to ribs on the other side.
GrassyC
E-Track
Here's some pics. Not sure how to link other photos, maybe look at my old posts from late 2016.
I used a 1x6 attached to the side rib, then attached the E-Track. Works great for the queen size bed platform when hauling work stuff underneath, when hauling Dirtbikes I take it down and store the bed parts in and on the bench's. Also use E-track single mounts and my bed platform becomes a couch/single bed setup when camped at the race track.
Here's some pics. Not sure how to link other photos, maybe look at my old posts from late 2016.
I used a 1x6 attached to the side rib, then attached the E-Track. Works great for the queen size bed platform when hauling work stuff underneath, when hauling Dirtbikes I take it down and store the bed parts in and on the bench's. Also use E-track single mounts and my bed platform becomes a couch/single bed setup when camped at the race track.
Attachments
The upper portion of my board/e-track bolts to nut-Serts in the rib. Lower part of the e-track is just bolted in the wood and no issues for two of us weight wise when set up with the queen size mattress. With the rib as a guide it would be tough to get Sport bikes under there. You may need to mount the e-track well above the rib for enough clearance. I'd think 2x6 would be needed without the rib to support it or use maybe Aluminum with a L shaped bend for strength.
My single bed setup in the back still allows me to haul 2 dirt bikes and sleep, I just go in and out the back doors or climb over the bikes. I also have a Hamock that I hang between bikes at times when on solo adventures.
My single bed setup in the back still allows me to haul 2 dirt bikes and sleep, I just go in and out the back doors or climb over the bikes. I also have a Hamock that I hang between bikes at times when on solo adventures.
With one bike it's fine with the rearward single bunk,no climbing over a bike and I can still get to the porta-potty too. Two Bikes I use a hammock between the bikes or sleep on the floor when stopped at night, a bit crowded. I also have a hitch carrier for one bike that is my preference so no need to put more then one inside.
I'm headed out to AZ on a work/ Moto trip Monday, I'll try and post a few pics after I load up this weekend.
I'm headed out to AZ on a work/ Moto trip Monday, I'll try and post a few pics after I load up this weekend.
I've tried all those option, each has challenges but I prefer two loaded to the back works best when the handlebars are by the back door. Surprisingly easy to load up thru the slider and room up front to sleep. Make sure if you go with the rack outside to get a class 4 or 5 hitch. I started with a class 3, huge amount of flex so I never used it. None with the HD version works great and I'm a lock salesman, so with the products I sell no one will get away with my toys easily.
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