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C.E. Smith 53673A Stainless Steel Backing Plate for 70 Series Rod Holders

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C.e. Smith

<h3>About C.E. Smith</h3><p>For boaters who spend as much time thinking about getting their vessel to the water as they do on it, <strong>C.E. Smith</strong> is a name that inspires confidence. Originally established as a precision metal stampings and fabrications manufacturer serving a broad range of industrial applications, C.E. Smith evolved into one of the most recognized brands in the marine industry, channeling that manufacturing expertise into high-quality boating and trailering products.</p><p>Operating under the <strong>SMITH</strong> trademark, the company has grown to occupy both a large production facility and a dedicated logistics and distribution center, giving it the capacity to serve marine distributors, retailers, and individual boaters alike. What sets C.E. Smith apart is its dual focus: producing ready-to-ship catalog parts while also crafting custom components built to trailer manufacturers&apos; exact specifications — a level of flexibility rarely found in this segment.</p><h3>Boat Trailer Parts You Can Count On</h3><p>The backbone of C.E. Smith&apos;s catalog is its extensive line of <a href="/7280-ce-smith-trailer-parts-accessories-201094">Trailer Parts &amp; Accessories</a>. Using the SMITH trademark, the company manufactures replacement components for small to mid-size boat trailers, including trailer fenders, boat guide-ons, galvanized bracketry, tire carriers, replacement wheel bearings, rubber rollers, roller shafts, and u-bolts. Whether you&apos;re doing a quick repair before a weekend trip or a full trailer refresh, C.E. Smith offers a comprehensive parts selection to get the job done right.</p><p>Their guide-on systems are particularly well regarded among recreational boaters. Available in post-style, lighted post-style, and roller configurations, these guides simplify the process of loading a boat onto a trailer — even in challenging conditions like strong currents, high winds, or low-light environments. Each system is designed for DIY installation and ships complete with mounting hardware.</p><h3>Fishing &amp; Boating Accessories</h3><p>Beyond the trailer, C.E. Smith also produces a line of stainless steel and aluminum boating and fishing accessories. Rod holders — available in flush-mount, clamp-on, and adjustable mid-mount configurations — are a staple of the lineup, crafted to withstand the corrosive marine environment season after season. The company also offers T-top accessories, including storage bags, navigation lights, and antenna brackets, rounding out a catalog designed to outfit a boat from bow to stern.</p><h3>A Trusted Marine Industry Name</h3><p>C.E. Smith works with offices in Taiwan and China to source unique items and provide direct import and private label packaging for both OEM and aftermarket customers. This global sourcing strategy, combined with rigorous quality standards, allows the brand to continuously introduce new products while maintaining the dependable performance that has made it a go-to resource for boaters and trailer builders throughout North America.</p>

Part Number

53673A
07/13/2036 10:17 AM
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$23.16

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Product Details

The C.E. Smith 53673A Backing Plate is an essential mounting accessory for 70 Series flush-mount rod holders used in heavy-tackle fishing applications. Designed to protect your boat's gunwale from stress and structural damage, this backing plate installs beneath the gunwale to sandwich it between the plate and the rod holder's mounting flange, dramatically improving load distribution at the attachment point.

Without a proper backing plate, standard nuts and washers concentrate mounting stress at a small contact area. Under extreme fishing loads, this can result in spider cracks forming around the rod holder cutout or, in severe cases, the rod holder tearing through the gunwale entirely. The C.E. Smith 53673A eliminates this risk by spreading bolt pressure evenly across 30 times more surface area than standard washers alone.

Key Features:

  • Constructed from 316L cast stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance in saltwater environments
  • 4mm thick solid plate for rigid, dependable reinforcement
  • Distributes mounting bolt pressure over 30× more surface area than standard washers
  • Prevents spider cracking and gunwale tear-through under extreme rod holder loads
  • Compatible with all three models in the C.E. Smith 70 Series: 53670A, 53670CA, 53671A, 53671CA, 53672A, and 53672CA
  • Direct replacement and upgrade part from C.E. Smith's rod holder accessory line

The C.E. Smith 53673A is a recommended addition to any heavy-tackle fishing setup, ensuring your flush-mount rod holders remain firmly and safely secured to your boat's gunwale over the long term.

Products specifications

Dimensions

4" x 5 1/4"

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