How to Adjust Self-Adjusting Trailer Brakes

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How to adjust self adjusting brakes

asked by: Dale S

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I have included a link to a video on adjusting self-adjusting brakes. Basically there is a device on the adjustment wheel on these brakes that prevents the shoes from adjusting back inward. You have to sort of move that out of the way to be able to turn the adjustment star wheel easier. The video shows the process. I also recommend adjustment spoon # W80630 to make things easier.

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Ron H.

4/25/2020

I am not able to find the link to the video you mentioned above. You describe exactly the fix Im in.Lippert self-adjusting brakes. Cant loosen the star wheel. Dont see how to release it. Brake locked up tight. Help please.

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Chris R.

4/27/2020

I'm sorry for the confusion - it looks like the video Mike originally linked above is no longer available. I linked a current video below and also updated this answer page.

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Gregg W.

5/30/2020

@RonH Having the same issue as Ron. Brakes locked up and star wheel won’t move. Looks as if the star wheel is designed to move in one direction.

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Michael D.

7/15/2020

@GreggW I recently had my wheel lock up also. I tore that F-ing thing off and replaced with adjustable brakes, still need to adjust the other 3 wheels but don't want to go thru same thing. What a PITA.

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Answer 1

Self-adjusting brakes #AKEBRK-7-SA do not require that you travel in reverse for them to adjust. They can adjust themselves going forward or backward. Keep in mind that even self-adjusting brakes require 1 initial adjustment. You could just install…

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Answer 2

The Dexter Nev-R-Adjust electric trailer brakes can be manually adjusted. There are a couple teeth of the adjustment wheel that are exposed just under the lever that you referenced. I have attached a photo showing the teeth. You will likely need a…

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Answer 3

Hello Ivan. Thanks for all the information. 4K axles are not all that common now a days. If you are not loading the trailer at full capacity then you will definitely be safe using the etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" -…

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Answer 4

You will need the Grease Seals #RG06-050 for each of your 4,000LB Dexter axles. These are sold as a pair so that you can replace both seals on one of your axles so you will need 2 kits to replace all 4 seals. The Seal Puller #PTW1219 will help you…

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Answer 5

Thank you for providing the Dexter part numbers Robert. For the brakes we have the Kit #23-26-27 which contains both the Left #23-26 and Right #23-27 brake assemblies. You might consider upgrading to the Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes…

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Answer 6

Self-adjusting brake assemblies are the way to go like with the #AKEBRK-7-SA which do fit your 7k Dexter axles. The only real reason to go with manual adjust is really just cost. At one point the self adjusting models were much more expensive but now…

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The Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K #23-468-469 are not designed to be manually adjusted in the way you are describing. There isn't really a way to back off the adjustment because…

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Answer 8

Thanks for the photos of your trailer! To manage the excess length of the Kodiak Hydraulic Brake Hose #bh-3mgs-18 you can certainly coil up the excess and secure it with a zip tie. Another option is to route the hose along the trailer so that the…

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Answer 9

When trailer drum brakes are activated you should be able to hear a humming sound. I am not quite sure I would describe it as musical, but it sounds like they are functioning on your trailer. Have you tried testing the brakes to see if they function…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can manually adjust self-adjusting brakes with a spoon like the drum brake spoon #W80630. If you let me know what is going on with your brakes I can try to help you troubleshoot why your brakes need to be adjusted.

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Answer 11

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 12

As we do not carry the Lippert brakes, I cannot say for sure what is going on as I have not had the chance to mess with them before. However, if you had say an etrailer.com Left Hand Self-Adjusting Electric Trailer Brake Assembly #AKEBRK-7L-SA, I…

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