Identify Older Hayes Brake Magnet

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Can you identify what brand magnet this pic is and where I would get a replacement if I need one? Not there is an ear extending out with a hoe in it. What type trailer/axle was this magnet used on? It has 12 drums

asked by: Tom

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It looks like a Hayes Brake magnet part number 73400. We do not carry this part but I did a quick internet search and was able to find a couple places that sell them.

From the research I did it looks like this is an older style of brake magnet used in the 1980's.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Fred

7/30/2024

Where could I find these magnets

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Jameson C.

7/30/2024

@Fred I am not able to find anything at this time. It was years ago that I answered this question and parts must have been around still at that point but not currently.

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

The only way to make the Tekonsha brake controller wiring harness #3016 longer would be to splice in some wire to the length needed. This harness has just 4 wires so you can use bonded 4-wire, #DW04923-1. It is sold in lengths of 1 foot.

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

The Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs #AKEBRK-35 will be great replacements for your Hayes assemblies. They will not require new hubs/drums. For a similar self-adjusting assembly that requires less…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

If the brake magnet is worn to the point that the windings are visible then you know it's time to replace the magnet. However, magnets can also fail without the visible signs of wear. Check out the FAQ article I attached on testing brake magnets…

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Answer 7

All of our 12 x 2-inch 6K-rated electric trailer brakes are shown on the linked page. Most of these use the 5-bolt mounting pattern but a few Dexter products include holes for BOTH bolt patterns, both 5-bolt and the 4-bolt Hayes/AL-KO pattern, parts…

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Answer 8

The correct replacement braking assemblies for the Kelsey Hayes 602027 and 602028 is the Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35. These will be direct bolt-on replacement. I would add the Mounting Hardware for 10" Brake Assemblies part…

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Answer 9

The center hole of the brake assemblies #23-105-09 and #23-106-09 measures 3-3/16 inches across.

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Answer 10

Most of our 12 x 2 electric drum brake assemblies like Dexter left/right kit #23-112-113 use a 5-bolt mounting pattern but the Dexter brake kit #23-105-106-09 has both 4-bolt and 5-bolt mounting holes. I went to our warehouse and measured the spacing…

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Answer 11

The right and left orientation is determined if you are standing behind the trailer looking towards the tow vehicle. The left side is the drivers side and the right side is the passengers side. Tthe shorter brake pad will always be in the front of…

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Answer 12

A trailer brake assembly magnet is going to lightly touch the armature surface of the brake drum even when the brakes aren't applied. They basically glide along the smooth surface until you apply the trailer brakes which magnetizes them and then…

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