Can I attach a chain hanger to my trailer frame?

I would like to get a chain hanger and attach it to the side of my trailer frame to hang my binders from. I have a co-worker who insists this is illegal, but I don't quite believe him.

According to 393.201, you can't weld accessories to the frame, but it doesn't say you can't drill holes and Bolt accessories to the frame. In fact, there are already a number of holes in my frame from the manufacturer for who knows what reason. What do you guys think?

 

I realize it probably isn't the best solution in the world, I am kind of just brainstorming ideas here LOL

 

That looks awesome. What I was picturing is one rack for snaps and possibly one for ratchets. Not necessarily these exact ones but something similar.





Unfortunately, being that I am in a daycab with low roof, I am stuck with this fairly basic headache rack:

 

I have 2 aluminum boxes, and currently stowing a dozen or so chains and all my straps in one, which is way too much weight. Other box contains tools, edge protectors and other odds and ends. My plan was to move the binders down to the frame, then hack that lid off my headache rack box and hang the chains on there to lighten up the box.

 

I don’t think there is quite enough room for a step box between the fuel tanks and the leaf springs, but a box mounted on the catwalk area would probably work. I will look into that!