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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs
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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs

Part Number: DX83FR
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Use this corrosion-resistant actuator to synchronize your trailer brakes with your tow-vehicle brakes. Over-center latch mechanism only engages when the actuator is fully seated on 2" hitch ball. Designed for hydraulic drum brake applications. 1-800-940-8924 to order Dexter brake actuator part number DX83FR or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Dexter products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs. Brake Actuator reviews from real customers.
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Dexter Brake Actuator - DX83FR

  • Surge Brake Actuator
  • Drum Brakes
  • 2 Inch Ball Coupler
  • 7500 lbs GTW
  • Bolt-On
  • No Lockout
  • Agricultural
  • Construction
  • Marine
  • Travel Trailer
  • Utility Trailer
  • Dexter

Use this corrosion-resistant actuator to synchronize your trailer brakes with your tow-vehicle brakes. Over-center latch mechanism only engages when the actuator is fully seated on 2" hitch ball. Designed for hydraulic drum brake applications.


Features:

  • Hydraulic actuator activates trailer's brakes when tow vehicle slows or stops
  • Low-profile coupler latch ensures easy, secure connection
    • Over-center latch mechanism only engages when the actuator is fully seated on hitch ball
  • Aluminum master cylinder is better at reducing corrosion than cast steel master cylinders
  • Zinc plating offers excellent corrosion resistance
  • Bolt-on installation
  • Manual lockout kit sold separately
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: hydraulic drum brakes
  • Ball size: 2"
  • Mounting: 3" x 5" straight tongue
  • Capacity: 7,500 lbs
  • 2-Year limited warranty


When you apply the brakes in your tow vehicle, deceleration occurs and momentum pushes your trailer toward the rear of your vehicle. With surge brake systems, the actuator is triggered as your trailer moves forward while the tow vehicle slows. The actuator telescopes, applying force to its master cylinder, which in turn supplies the necessary hydraulic pressure to engage the trailer's brakes.


Because this model does not include a reverse lockout, it is recommended that you equip your trailer with free-backing brakes so that you can drive in reverse without triggering your trailer's brakes.



099-060-06 Dexter DX7.5L Brake Actuator - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs

Replaces UFP Model A-60 Marine Surge Brake Actuator





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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs - DX83FR

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (28 Customer Reviews)

Use this corrosion-resistant actuator to synchronize your trailer brakes with your tow-vehicle brakes. Over-center latch mechanism only engages when the actuator is fully seated on 2" hitch ball. Designed for hydraulic drum brake applications.

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product and people were top notch



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very helpful, helping me get the right one.



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Easy to install, easy to use, works gre at.



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Just what I needed. The surge brakes work great.



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Best service ever Shipping was excellent and fast great company will do business again



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Fast shipping!



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Was the right part, delivered quickly, and price was fair.



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Arrived on time . Fit great. Have not used trailer yet.



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I’m very satisfied. I always check out etrailer for all my trailer needs and this time was no different. In under 2 hours by myself I changed out the old with the new ( pictures) and ready to bleed the brakes. I always let people know to contact etrailer with there needs. Thanks

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Tom E.

3/25/2023

The new Brake Actuator is working great and I haven’t had any issues at all. Thanks etrailer


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  • Measurements for Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator
    Hi Gary; with that 3-bolt pattern you need the # T63FR instead of the # DX83FR. This matches your DICO Aero 6000 measurements which can bee seen in the diagram below. It doesn't show your 2.70" measurement but if you use the good old Pythagorean theorem you can find that that measurement is the same as what you have.
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  • Can Electric Locket Be Added To Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator
    Yes, you can add the # T4748800 to the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR so you have an electric lockout. This is also compatible with the Dexter Hydraulic Brake Line # T0980100 which is perfect for your folding tongue.
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  • Solution for Trailer Actuator that Needs Replacement Master Cylinder
    I wish we could help but we don't have a solution for a replacement Atwood master cylinder. They got out of the coupler business a while back and none of the current master cylinder replacements would work. Best option will be a new coupler like the part # DX83FR.
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  • Can 7K Demco Disc Brake Hydraulic Actuator Be Used for Hydraulic Drum Brakes
    Thank you for the kind words, Lonner! The Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout # DM62VR is designed for disc brakes which require a higher psi rating than drum brakes do so you'll want to use one rated for drum brakes like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 instead: - Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR Please note the slightly different bolt pattern for this coupler, plus it it doesn't come with a lockout so you'll need to add the Solenoid Valve # T4748800 to get that electric...
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  • What is the Difference Between the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuators # DX83FR and # DX27FR?
    This is an excellent question Brad. The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR is designed to bolt to a 3" wide by 5" tall frame while the Actuator # DX27FR is designed to bolt to a 3" wide by 4" tall frame. This is the only difference between the actuators as they are both for a 2" ball and have a 7,500lb capacity for drum brake trailers.
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  • Replacement Surge Brake Coupler For a 2002 Four Winns Horizonte Trailer
    The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR will replace your current brake actuator on your 2002 Four Winns Horizonte trailer. The Manual Lockout Key # DX94FR is sold separately.
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  • Replacement Coupler for UFP Model GDC-70 for Drum Brakes
    For a replacement I recommend the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR. Your UFP GDC-70 is the same as the A-70, and this actuator is a direct replacement for the UFP A-60 and A-70. This fits 3" x 5" straight tongues and is designed for drum brakes. If you want a manual lockout you will also need the # DX94FR. If you would like an electric lockout you would need to add the # # T4748800.
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  • Replacement Trailer Surge Brake Coupler For a ShoreLandr Trailer With Tie Down Engineering LP7000
    It sounds like either the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator for Disc # DX56FR or Drum # DX83FR brakes is going to be the best replacement option. According to the information I could find from ShoreLandr your trailer does use a 3" wide by 5" tall tongue. As I was unable to find exact information for a Tie Down Engineering LP7000 surge actuator I did see they offered an 70 LP which was rated for 7,000lbs. This Dexter has a similar design to the 70 LP from the limited documents I could find...
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  • Can Dexter DX7.5L Coupler/Actuator Fit 3x3 inch Trailer Frame
    Yes the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR can be installed on a trailer with a 3 x 3 inch trailer frame.
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  • Does the Dexter DX27FR Use the Same Inner Member as the DX83FR
    Yes, you can use the inner member from the # DX27FR and the # DX83FR interchangeably. Although they are designed to fit different trailer tongue sizes, they both use the same inner member # DX97FR. You could either purchase the inner member separately or if you want an extra/new housing the # DX27FR fits a 3" x 4" straight tongue and the # DX83FR fits a 3" x 5" straight tongue.
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  • Replacement Surge Brake Actuator For Demco DA603 Brake Actuator
    Based on the information I was able to find on your Demco DA603 it appears the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator for Drum # DX83FR or Disc # DX56FR brakes is going to be the best replacement. The disc brake actuator includes an electric lockout while the drum brake actuator would require a Lockout Key # DX94FR if you do not have free backing brakes. Both these have a 2" coupler and are rated for 7,500lbs to fit on a 3" by 5" trailer tongue.
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  • Replacement For A-60 Surge Brake Actuator
    Yes, you do need a bolt-on to replace your A-60 actuator, and the swing-away won't be a factor since you are not using it. So long as you have a 3" x 5" straight tongue and drum brakes the correct replacement for an A-60 actuator is the following: - Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs # DX83FR
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  • Replacement Brake Actuator for 2003 Zieman Trailer
    In order to choose a brake actuator you need to first choose one that meets or exceeds the GTWR of the trailer. You also want to choose one that matches the hitch ball you are using, the type of brakes (disc or drum), and fits your trailer tongue. Another thing to consider is whether or not you want a manual or electric lockout, or no lockout at all. For example, the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On # DX27FR you were looking at has a capacity of 7,500 lbs and is designed for...
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  • Video for Bleeding Surge Trailer Brakes
    We have one brake bleeding how-to video that I attached to this page that shows the process is done on surge brake trailers like the Dexter part # DX83FR that you mentioned. We do not have a video for this specific coupler though.
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  • Can Trailer Brake Coupler Actuator Be Used for Flat Towing a Jeep Wrangler
    In order to safely apply brakes while flat towing your Jeep Wrangler you need a supplemental brake system. The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX83FR is designed to be installed on a trailer and apply hydraulic trailer brakes so it won't be compatible with a Blue Ox tow bar OR the bakes on your Wrangler. For your application I recommend going with the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39494 because it is removable so you can install it in different tow...
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  • Comparing The Dexter T43397007K And T63FR Brake Actuators
    We can certainly help you replace your Atwood Actuator. The Dexter # T43397007K and # T63FR actuators you mentioned are going to be similar in that they are made for trailers with drum brakes and they both will bolt on to a 3" tongue. As far as the height/ dimension of the actuator itself, it really just comes down to design and the placement of the internal components. The # T43397007K has the master cylinder connections above the tongue, whereas the # T63FR is more for trailers where...
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  • Replacement Coupler for 2003 Shoreland'r SR-V1946T
    Hey Greg, so I found a parts manual for your Shoreland'r boat trailer SR-V1946T and while we can't help with the tongue replacement (looks to be their part number 65542), we can help with the coupler/actuator. Looks like the actuator is a UFP just like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 part # DX83FR which is for drum brakes like your trailer has. This should bolt right up in place of what the trailer had on it. Hopefully you are able to track down a tongue replacement.
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