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Reverse Lockout Solenoid Kit for Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuators - Non-Bypass
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Reverse Lockout Solenoid Kit for Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuators - Non-Bypass

Part Number: DM5837
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Replaces or adds an inline reverse lockout solenoid to Demco DA10 and DA91 hydraulic trailer brake actuators. Non-bypass design allows you to thread the solenoid valve into your master cylinder for a hassle-free installation. 1-800-940-8924 to order Demco accessories and parts part number DM5837 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Demco products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Reverse Lockout Solenoid Kit for Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuators - Non-Bypass. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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Demco Accessories and Parts - DM5837

  • Brake Actuator
  • Disc Brakes
  • Hydraulic Drum Brakes
  • Solenoid
  • Demco

Replaces or adds an inline reverse lockout solenoid to Demco DA10 and DA91 hydraulic trailer brake actuators. Non-bypass design allows you to thread the solenoid valve into your master cylinder for a hassle-free installation.


Features:

  • Solenoid kit allows you to replace or add a reverse lockout solenoid to your Demco hydraulic trailer brake actuator
    • Allows you to move in reverse without engaging the trailer brakes
    • Made in the USA
  • Fits Demco models DA10 and DA91 hydraulic trailer brake actuators
  • Non-bypass configuration
    • Allows you to install the solenoid without drilling into your master cylinder
    • Easier to install than bypass models
    • Made in the USA
  • Includes solenoid cover, inline solenoid valve, and 10 mm flat washer
  • Made in the USA


5837 Demco Reverse Lockout In-Line Solenoid Kit with Cover for DA10 and DA91 Hydraulic Brake Actuators - Non-Bypass





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Hello everybody. This is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today, we're going to take a look at the non bypass, reverse lockout solenoid kit for the Demco DA 10 and DA 91 hydraulic brake actuators. Now, this solenoid kit allows you to replace or add a reverse lockout solenoid to your Demco hydraulic trailer brake actuator. This allows you to move into reverse without engaging your trailer brakes. It does include the two items here, the solenoid cover and the inline electric solenoid valve.

Again, this fits the Demco models, DA 10 and the DA 91 hydraulic trailer brake actuators. And this solenoid is a non bypass configuration, so it basically allows you to install the solenoid without drilling into your master cylinder. It's easier to install than the bypass models. Basically this portion here, we'll just thread into the back of your actuator and then your brake line connects right there.If you notice, there are two yellow wires. These need to be connected.

One to a ground, the other to the reverse light circuit, and they're both yellow wires, so doesn't matter, you can use either wire for either function. Once this is installed, then this cover will actually go over it and bolt to the back of the actuator. And it goes over the solenoid to protect it from getting any damage. Now on the cover, it is a 1/8" thick steel construction. A few dimensions on this, the overall length from the back here, the very front, including the mounting tab is right about 5 1/8" inches.

If we just measure the length without including the mounting tab, it's right at 4" width it. It's right at 3 3/4" wide. And the height on it is right at about 2 7/8" tall. But that should do it for the review on this non bypass reverse lockout solenoid kit for the Demco DA 10 and the DA 91 hydraulic brake actuators.

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Easy to install and bleed brakes after. I already had a shield on the actuator so drilled four holes and piggybacked the new shield onto the existing one. Makes a nice step.
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Very good quality parts and accessories with excellent customer service.
I will highly recommend to my friends.
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After installing the reverse lockout myself, I had my hydraulic brake system bled at a local trailer shop. No problems moving the boat in reverse at the boat yard according to the yard manager. Boat is 8500 lbs.
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Used for 8000KM, could not get the switch to stop leaking brake fluid. I removed the switch to stop the leak and have not used the dolly much since.
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Very good product! It is brass so don't get crazy with a wrench tightening it. Just a little thread sealer and snug it a little is fine. I used it with an Atwood 6000 lb actuator and works perfect! I want to add that etrailer are awesome people to deal with!
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Looks like it should work great
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Bob

5/11/2025

Great, still fits like a glove, no movement between the trailer and the new Demco Replacement part

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Arrived as stated and product was as described. Have not had a chance to test drive the back up solenoid yet, installed fine.
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great product, I had to drill mounting holes because they didn't line up, no big deal.
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great
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Herbert

6/26/2025

great

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Excellent product. Exact product as shown. Quality materials. Quick to ship and receive.
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I have received the product aND it's what I was expecting. Have not installed it yet.
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Good Item.
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perfect fit
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