Fitting Instructions for Erde & Daxara Load Bars (BC001)

from Western Towing – www.westerntowing.co.uk

Important Note:

Erde no longer supply the body strengthening steel braces with the load bars for Erde 120 to 122 and 141 & 142, Daxara 125 to 127 and 146 & 147 models. the load bars can still be fitted to these models but the lid must not be raised when there is a load on the bars otherwise damage to the trailer base and sides may occur.

Assembly

1. Place the cover upside down and drill 8 holes in the ABS steel frame cover (using an 8.5mm drill) using the pre-drilled holes at 1 in the steel frame as a guide.

BC001 Erde Load Bars fitting Diagram 1

1. Loosely assemble the load bars as per the diagram below, using 4 x bolts M8x16 at 3, 8 x M8x50 bolts and M8 nylocks at 2. There are two settings that parts 5 and 6 can be fitted together, the lower holes are correct for all trailers except the 190 models where parts 5 and 6 should be fitted in the higher position.

1. Fit the bars to the ABS cover using the 8 x M8x35 bolts with domed heads, flat washers, star washers and plain nuts at 4 as per the diagram below.

Making sure that the telescopic bar top bar is central and horizontal, tighten all the nuts & bolts.

If you find there are no pre-drilled holes

It is rare, but for models which do not have the pre-drilled holes in the steel frame it will be necessary to drill these holes. Use the spacings as per the following diagram measuring from the front in millimeters.

Trailer Type	A	B	C
120 to 127	160	750	80
141 to 148 and 150 to 158	175	1000	80
190 to 198	205	1000	80

About the Author: Chris Hood

Chris Hood is a Director of Western Towing, bringing over 23 years of hands-on experience in towbars, trailers, and towing solutions. Having worked directly with vehicles, customers, and installations throughout his career, Chris combines practical expertise with in-depth industry knowledge to deliver reliable, safe, and tailored towing solutions. His commitment to quality workmanship and customer service has helped establish Western Towing as a trusted name across the South West.