Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 7,000 lbs
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 7,000 lbs
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Dexter Accessories and Parts - 23-181
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Brake Assembly
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
- RH
- Manual Adjust
- 7000 lbs
12" x 2" Passenger's-side electric trailer brake assembly fits 7,000-lb axles. Mounting flange has a 5-bolt pattern. Fits 14-1/2", 15", 16", and 16-1/2" wheels.
Features:
- Electric brakes are easier to install and offer more user control than hydraulic brakes
- Requires only an electric brake controller (sold separately) - no actuator or hydraulic lines necessary
- Adjuster plugs (included) cover access holes to keep dirt and grime out of the assemblies and off of the shoes
- Mounting bolts sold separately
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Application: most standard hub-and-drum assemblies, including Dexter, Lippert (LCI), and AL-KO
- Configuration: right hand (passenger's side)
- Dimensions: 12" diameter x 2" wide
- Mounting flange bolt pattern: 5 bolt
- Wheel size: 14-1/2", 15", 16", and 16-1/2"
- Axle rating: 7,000 lbs
- Limited 5-year warranty
K23-181-00 12" x 2" RH Electric Brake Assembly - Passengers Side - 7.0K Axles
Replaces 23-181, K23-536-00, K568106.1, K363233.1, and 60208713
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 7,000 lbs - 23-181
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (60 Customer Reviews)
12" x 2" Passenger's-side electric trailer brake assembly fits 7,000-lb axles. Mounting flange has a 5-bolt pattern. Fits 14-1/2", 15", 16", and 16-1/2" wheels.by: Smitty Smithsonite11/05/2016
These things are major time-savers! Bolt the whole assembly on, wire it up, and go! Can't beat the price either - would cost quite a bit more buying the parts individually. Made a huge difference in stopping power on my 18' Dively car hauler, 9990 GVWR. The brakes were 6 years old at the time, and had tens of thousands of miles on them - abusive miles too, with shoes seizing and dragging, electrical failures causing some to work 3x as hard as others, stop and go MA traffic, etc.
While I was at it, I also grabbed 30' of Deka jacketed 2-wire 10 gauge brake wiring, and redid the whole system from the plug back. I also removed the drums, had them turned at a local garage, and installed brand new bearings, races, & seals. The improvement in stopping power was nothing short of amazing.
I went from having my Tekonsha P3 on boost level 3 at 11 volts +, trailer UNLOADED, to running boost level 1 at 6 volts with 4,000 lbs. on the 2k lb. trailer! BIG difference in stopping power!
by: Ralph03/18/2022
The products were excellent however, I ordered 2 each of #23-180 and 2 each #23-181. I received 3each #23-181 and 1ea #23-180. etrailer is sending me the correct one but it will take about a week to get in stock, then shipping time to me. I have already paid the service person for a service call of $xxx for the repairs, now I have to pay him another $xxx to come back when the correct one is received. I don’t understand how this could have happened except for someone not paying attention when getting my shipment ready. Needless to say I am very unhappy I have to pay the service person for two service calls due to someone not paying attention when getting the order ready for shipment.
by: Bryon 08/21/2022
Worked perfectly. Made several trips with my 42ft 5th wheel and brake assembly held up.
by: Cotton05/26/2022
Product as advertised but I paid for 3 day shipping but it took four days, not a big deal ordinarily but we were on a dead line and as a result it could not be installed prior to our camping trip. I will now have to make another service appointment, wait for it and then pay for additional labor since the shop was doing he wheel bearings and would install it at no extra charge.
by: Smith I11/18/2022
Great customer service and fast shipping
by: Patricia 01/14/2022
Haven’t installed it yet but have every reason to believe it will be fine. Everything we’ve ever ordered from etrailer has been a perfect fit for our camper. Will continue using etrailer
by: Sedco810/04/2021
Exactly as described and high quality made in US. Buy USA made only!
by: Scott10/06/2021
Ordered a right hand brake assembly and received a left. Called for a replacement and a new one was shipped but it puts everything behind schedule.
by: Jason10/26/2021
Very disappointed in the time it took to get this product shipped from your location
by: Decent Product03/24/2022
Works as it should.
by: Mike G.11/15/2016
The product was shipped promptly. The product was described accurately and fits perfectly. I've been very pleased with the products and services I have received from etrailer.com thank you very much.
by: Neal07/16/2015
The brake assembly was exactly what I ordered. Direct bolt on and cheaper then buying the parts individually. etrailer did a fine job in packaging the product for shipping.
by: Ron M.07/15/2014
Very fast shipping, brake assembly as described and with a very good price compared to others. Will keep etrailer in mind for future purchases. Thanks, etrailer. Ron M.
by: David02/17/2022
Extremely fast shipping
Excellent p roduct
by: Jeff W02/16/2017
Bought brake replacement kit for 20 ft gooseneck trailer, exact fit
by: Christopher07/03/2020
Parts were as described and fitment was perfect. The guys and gals at etrailer have what you need and know there parts!
by: Steve 09/11/2021
Excellent quality, part of a package that was delivered a few days after ordering
by: Brian R05/06/2020
High quality Dexter parts at great prices. Along with fast shipping, what's not to like about buying from etrailer!
by: Dan C07/16/2014
Products were fine and fit. It took a little longer then I was told to get the parts, the only problem was the shipping when the box came it was in bad shape and looked like it had been rolled of the truck.
by: Marty08/14/2015
The assemblies were perfect, fast ground shipping, put them on the day they arrived- no issues.. Oh yeah wire them before you put the drum on- much easier
by: Gary05/31/2016
Exactly as expected, plus great customer service correcting my order after I accidentally completed my online order of four right hand instead of two right and two left. Fast shipping, A+ experience.
by: Levi S06/21/2020
The brakes have been on the horse trailer for a year now. They work great.
by: Michael07/14/2018
Parts were delivered on time and were exactly as expected. Everything fit and functions as desired. This was my third experience with e trailer, and customer service was once again second to none.
by: Ron 09/30/2021
This is a good product and easy to install. Delivery was really good it got here a day early. I'm satisfied
by: walt09/02/2015
fair price, good service, will buy from e trailer again, thanks job done
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