Installing E Track in My Enclosed Trailer Motorcycle Hauler/Camper: Trailer Build, Part 2

In this installment of my enclosed trailer conversion build series, I'm showing you how to install E track rails on the floor and the walls of an enclosed trailer. This is a very important step in my process of building my ideal enclosed trailer motorcycle hauler/camper conversion setup. Adding E Track to the floor of my enclosed cargo trailer will give me a ton of flexibility when it comes to securing and hauling motorcycles either one or two at a time. Thanks to the quick and easy adjustability of the E track motorcycle tie down system, I can switch between one or more motorcycle mounting setups in the trailer on the fly and still have tons of room left to use this setup as a cargo trailer camper as well.
As far as E track installation, enclosed trailer flooring and walls offer ample opportunities to anchor the E track to both the plywood floor using wood screws and the trailer frame and wall studs using self-drilling screws. Thank you for coming along on this cargo trailer build as I attempt to set it up to be both the ultimate motorcycle trailer and best cargo trailer camper possible.
Products in this video (affiliate links where possible):
Rider Cargo E-Track Kit: bit.ly/3jgU2cB
Rider Cargo E-Track Rails: bit.ly/37dtuUf
Rider Cargo E-Track J Hooks: bit.ly/2WRNFVX
Rider Cargo E-Track O-Ring Anchors: bit.ly/3xoGm4h
Rider Cargo Spare Tire Holder: bit.ly/3lvV1bA
Rider Cargo Motorcycle Wheel Chock: bit.ly/3CbwjTR
Rider Cargo Wheel Chock Quick Release Kit: bit.ly/3lnPuEf
Rider Cargo E-Track Rope Tie Offs: bit.ly/2V7jWrv
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[@NortheastWa]

I purchased E-track a year ago. Now that I view your video, it's time to install it.

[@bradmootz2196]

Great info. Been there done that. My next trailer is getting Pitbull TRS restraints. 😊

[@jrdepew]

Why is it so entertaining and fascinating to watch another man work! Rocky Mountain and eTrac FTW.

[@DorkintheRoad]

I'm also fond of watching others work. Something cathartic about it

[@tinmisuun]

I love build videos because your hind-sight is my 20/20!

[@DorkintheRoad]

I'm happy someone can learn from my mistakes 😂

[@tinmisuun]

@@DorkintheRoad I don't think there was any mistakes in your build. I would have set up the E Track the same and then thought of another pattern. What I may do is down the center and both walls a foot off the floor. And one high to hang stuff.

[@TheMotoScout]

That E track would also make a great spot for hanging a hammock to sleep in using the hooks from the top. 🏕

[@DorkintheRoad]

I would totally do that if I could sleep in one 😁

[@norcoauctions]

I learned new words today. modularity and concerningly. thanks for sharing

[@Crittermoto]

I do likes me some E-track👍🏻

[@DorkintheRoad]

It works quite well!

[@krisc4578]

Great job tackling a project like that on your own!

[@DorkintheRoad]

I was nervous but it turned out okay!

[@danwarmke3348]

Cool stuff. Looking great!

[@DorkintheRoad]

It's coming together!

[@airmotivewelding8012]

Nice job, I'm excited to see how you progress in the learning and refining of your skills. I am in just about the same place in the trailer build, 6x12, sleeper toy hauler. Thanks for taking the effort to fart around with cameras and take us all along!

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for watching!

[@tomberaro2900]

That looks like an awesome addition to your channel. Gonna create some great content with it im sure.Cant wait.

[@PNW-ADV]

Great work. I think you did a really good job. I really only saw you make one mistake. And that was buying a black and decker drill.

[@DorkintheRoad]

I bought that thing like ten years ago when I didn't know any better, but it's still working great!

[@superspeedway2634]

Congratulations on your new full time adventure. The E track install is nice. Keep doing what your doing. Great content!

[@edwinarmstrong9175]

I live in Texas & on a 90 degree days working in a hot trailer I would have at least 1 fan blowing a breeze on myself to be able to stand the heat. Just my house we have a minimum of 5 different fans. My wife & I paid anywhere from $5 to $25 for each fan. On a 90 degree day it helps make it bearable. Now on the years we have 100+ degree weather I just put it off until September when temperatures drop into the 90s. Sorry you didn’t set yourself up to stay cooler.

[@bradh74]

Good job on the trailer. I hope trailer prices don't go threw the roof because that's the only way I be camping unless I hit the lottery without buying a ticket. By the way you can use the E-clip strips vertically so you can adjust the height of your straps easier not a big deal just thought I'd tell you. I see you found that they have cool accessories for them. I'll be a spectator for a while longer. You might go broke on buying straps for all of your things.

[@soilsmanadv6673]

That big glass of ice and liquid sure seamed to be missing something...But yea to the e tracks and I got some real nice solid tie down rings for mine. Quick and easy to move, very secure!

[@tennyis28]

Awesome setup, had no idea Rocky Mountain ATV offered those.

[@RandyMcCotter]

Good video! Fold down bunks from the walls would be cool. The whole time watching this, I kept thinking “weight distribution”. When fully loaded, try and keep the brunt of the weight slightly forward of the axles…. It’ll tow nicer and won’t be as hard on the trailer.

[@Jon_Ringo]

Hey Dork, I also installed e-track in a trailer and immediately regretted not using actual bolts to hold them to the floor in critical areas. I was using them to hold down camping equipment and found that the vibration and bouncing on the road, quickly pulled screws out. I drilled holes for the bolts, threw some washers on both ends and bolted them down with nylock nuts. Hasn't come loose since. I would suggest maybe replacing the screws with nuts and bolts just in the spots you plan on putting the tie downs at, they create the most upward force. Just my recommendation.

[@DorkintheRoad]

That's solid advice and not hard to add at all. I'll definitely look into some reinforcements. Thank you

[@nevadabadger7925]

Thanks for sharing.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for watching!

[@owenlushadv]

Great build! That Etrack is awesome stuff, just installed it in my trailer as well. Ever look at the Bolt it on system for tying the bikes down? Easy to install or remove, if you ever needed the whole trailer floor

[@nutmagnet22]

Maybe a strip of track down the middle?

[@djaspurh]

Looking good. Do yourself a favor and get an impact driver.

[@johnpagejr.7628]

Great video for all us cargo trailer buffs. Check out a You Tube channel called Gonagain. He has a video about how to put in air vents to equalize the air pressure in the trailer when traveling down dusty roads and stops the dust from entering the trailer. He also has one about a way to put bunk beds in your trailer. There is a way to us etrack to put beds in also.

[@DorkintheRoad]

I've been watching a ton of his stuff!

[@johnpagejr.7628]

@@DorkintheRoad Yes me too. Love it!

[@jancoetzer9941]

Safety glasses on the floor! 😂 Safety glasses and sweat running onto your face don’t mix!

[@retiredbiker]

what did you use to secure the wheel chocks to the e-track?

[@scottbroyles2114]

What are you planning to use for the ceiling (insulation)

[@DorkintheRoad]

Not 100 percent sure I'm insulating it but I'll probably use the foam stuff if I do

[@LtSoulRipper]

Not surprised the black & decker couldnt do the job. Its a drill only really meant for small house DIY projects

[@DorkintheRoad]

Yeah I had my doubts but figured I'd give it a chance.

[@aidanzeledon3171]

If its going to be a camper, you should put a window or 2 in there.

[@davidhanger5795]

Doesn't matter if it's perfect or not as long as it works. As we say "close enough for government work".

[@BamaComie]

What size is your trailer

[@ivorygem5758]

Self tappers come loose over rough terrain and potholes... it's better to through bolt everything if possible...

[@DorkintheRoad]

I can pretty easily add a few through the plywood later on, I think

[@ivorygem5758]

Yep...a few there probably do the job good.

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Biggest mistake, too low ceiling.