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Can Drums from a Trailer with 10 Inch Hydraulic Brakes be Re-Used When Converting to Electric Brakes

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Question:

I have a two axle trailer with one axle equiped with hydraulic brakes. I assume I remove the hydrulic brake plates and install new electric brakes plates, wire to standard trailer connector and add a break-a-way kit with battery and charger. I assume I can use my nearly new looking old 10 inch brake drums. Am I correct?

asked by: Carl B

Expert Reply:

With 10 inch brakes, you can re-use your old drums so long as they are in good condition, and not scored or cracked. You would use part # 23-27 for your right hand side brake assembly and part # 23-26 for your left hand side.

You could also use Nev-R-Adjust brake assemblies that do not require brake adjustment as they automatically adjust to deliver proper braking force. They are part # 23-469 for right hand side and part # 23-468 for left hand.

I have also included a link to an installation and wiring video for electric brakes.

expert reply by: Patrick B

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