Brake Assembly Recommendation for 2005 Wells Cargo Cycle Wagon Trailer with Dexter 3500 lb Axle

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Not sure if this is a Dexter 3500# axle. Cant read trailer rating plate. It has 10inch X 2-1/4inch brake shoes. The left brake assembly has this number on it: 023-216-00 Which of your brake assemblies will work on this axle? Thank you.

asked by: Dave T

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It really does sound like you have a Dexter 3,500 lb axle. The brake assembly that would work for you is the part # 23-26 for the left hand side and part # 23-27 for the right hand side.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Dexter brake assembly 023-217-00 is a 10 by 2-1/4 brake for 3,500 pound axles that fits a 4-bolt brake mounting flange. For replacements I recommend part #AKEBRK-35-SA that includes both sides. They're labeld to make the install easier and…

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Answer 2

I checked with Dexter and they indicate that for hub 008-386-80: "Available for service parts only." Meaning the actual hub assembly is not available but parts for it are such as the 35mm cartridge bearing #31-72-3. There isn't a way to…

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Answer 3

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 6

I sure can Bob and thanks for the information! Since you have a Lippert 3,500 lbs axle you'll be able to use the Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles item #AKHD-545-35-EZ-K, you were looking at. These have a 5 on 4-1/2 lug nut…

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Answer 7

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 8

I currently have three diffrent self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes which are attached for you below. eTrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA (3,500 Axles) Dexter…

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Answer 9

First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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Answer 10

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 11

Hey James, you can go with a 4k axle leaf spring like the part #e22YR in place of what you have now while it has a slightly higher weight capacity it's not enough that it would create a harsh ride quality. This is a 26 inch long spring though so…

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Answer 12

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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