{"product_id":"heavy-duty-tandem-trailer-fender-backing-plate-12-x-66-14-gauge-steel","title":"Heavy-Duty Tandem Trailer Fender Backing Plate 12 x 66\" – 14  Gauge Steel (Pickup only)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eStrengthen and protect your tandem trailer with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eheavy-duty steel fender backing plate\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to reinforce the fender area while shielding your trailer from water, road debris, and mud. Built from \u003cstrong data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"549\"\u003edurable 16-gauge rolled steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this backing plate provides long-lasting structural support for tandem trailer fenders and helps protect cargo and trailer components during everyday hauling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eInstalled behind the fender, the backing plate acts as a protective barrier that prevents debris from being thrown into the trailer bed or onto cargo. It also adds rigidity to the fender mounting area, helping reduce vibration and wear during heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eThis backing plate is commonly used on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003etandem axle utility trailers, equipment trailers, landscape trailers, and cargo trailers\u003c\/strong\u003e. It ships \u003cstrong data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eunfinished\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing trailer owners and builders to paint or coat it to match their trailer frame or apply rust protection before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eFor best results, this backing plate is typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003ewelded to the trailer frame or fender structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a strong, permanent installation capable of withstanding rough roads and heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eHeavy-Duty 14 Gauge Steel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eRolled steel provides excellent strength and durability for demanding trailer applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eProtects Trailer and Cargo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eBlocks water, dirt, and road debris from entering the trailer bed through the fender area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eReinforces Fender Mounting Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eAdds structural support to tandem fenders to reduce vibration and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eCustomizable Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eShips unfinished so it can be painted or coated to match your trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eDesigned for Welding Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eWeld-on installation provides a secure, permanent mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1spgaq0\" data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2350\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2086\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2097\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2123\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eTrailer Fender Backing Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2171\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTrailer Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eTandem Axle Trailers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2207\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2232\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e16 Gauge Rolled Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2242\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eRaw \/ Unfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2278\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eWeld-On\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2304\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eFender reinforcement and debris protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"3fu1jr\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eCommon Trailer Applications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003eThis fender backing plate is commonly used on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b99syx\" data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003eTandem axle utility trailers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"139l7t0\" data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003eEquipment trailers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eos3x\" data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003eLandscape trailers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"174i94m\" data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003e\n\u003cp 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