Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Drop - Drum - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 12,500 lbs
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Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Drop - Drum - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 12,500 lbs
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Dexter Brake Actuator - T2478100
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Drum Brakes
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball Coupler
- 12500 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- No Lockout
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Dexter
Corrosion-resistant, surge-type actuator bolts over 3" wide trailer tongue and includes standard, heavy-duty coupler with 3" drop. Unique roller design helps reduce resistance. For use with drum brakes.
Features:
- Hydraulic actuator synchronizes trailer brakes with tow-vehicle brakes
- Unique roller design reduces resistance during telescoping to create straight-line movement
- Sturdy, durable steel construction resists bending in jackknife situations
- Standard, heavy-duty coupler with built-in drop
- Breakaway kit included
- Zinc plating is corrosion resistant
- Bolt-on installation
Specs:
- Application: hydraulic drum brakes
- Ball size: 2-5/16"
- Drop: 3"
- Mounting: 3" wide channel tongue
- Capacity: 12,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 1,250 lbs
- 1-Year 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.
068-104-00 Dexter Axle Model 10 Actuator with 2-5/16" Ball, Drop Coupler - Drum Brakes - Zinc
Replaces Titan 2478100
Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Alternate product found
- Did not arrive in time
Customer Reviews
Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Drop - Drum - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 12,500 lbs - T2478100
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (27 Customer Reviews)
Corrosion-resistant, surge-type actuator bolts over 3" wide trailer tongue and includes standard, heavy-duty coupler with 3" drop. Unique roller design helps reduce resistance. For use with drum brakes.by: Ben10/04/2022
Hitch has to be in just the right place to come off the ball. Not as good of quality as the older same model I replaced. But it works well. Just finiky.
Comments
It sounds like you are having trouble getting the coupler to release the ball. I would make sure you are applying a small amount of grease to the hitch ball prior to coupling the trailer, such as with White Grease Hitch Ball Lube # 58117
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-- White Grease Hitch Ball Lube
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Andrew N - 10/12/2022by: Ian10/04/2022
Amazing service, best price on the internet, best shipping rate and fast shipping.
I live in British Columbia Canada and was told by local suppliers it would take 6 weeks to get one in. I received this in just over a week from the other side of the USA. AMAZING
by: Scott03/24/2022
Glad I was able to find this Actuator. It is identical to the38 year old unit on the trailer I’m rebuilding. They work great.
by: Alan 08/09/2022
Product came on time and as described. After a while of use is still working properly and looks great
by: Jeffrey 07/02/2022
Great help with Michael will use you guys more thanks
by: Mark03/22/2018
I ordered the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator to replace the rusted out old one on my boat trailer. The item I ordered showed up sooner than anticipated and was exactly as represented on the website.
I can't wait to install it and have the brakes on my boat trailer working again for many safe trips to the boat ramp.
by: Gary 05/10/2021
Fantastic actuator works great perfect fit for my trailer
by: Alanson09/25/2020
Awesome exactly what I needed for replacement. The price; well the trailer hitch guy in town said he could order me the same thing for $790.00 plus $100.00 shipping cost and it would take three weeks to get here. Obviously he didn't get my business and and big thanks for a great product at a great price!
by: Ryan 07/15/2015
Got this product had it before love them but the box was all torn up and the grease fitting was broken off the top roller probably no e trailer fault but ups
by: Frank B04/26/2013
I had originally ordered just the replacement master cylinder for my actuator but after taking mine apart, there were way more parts that were needed to repar it. I called the service center and they were very helpful in cancelling the master cylinder order and guiding me to this assembly. It was in my hands in 3 days and in time to get the boat in the water.
by: JAMES07/22/2019
High-quality product easy install other than bleeding the system sure is nice when the trailer brakes work.
by: Robert 10/30/2021
Parts came in beautiful fit like a glove you guys were so helpful and everything I need it will definitely recommend you to my friends
by: Stuart11/05/2016
Outstanding product that works as advertised, replaced a surge brake system and the improvement was dramatic.
by: Donald 05/16/2021
They had exactly what I needed at a great price and quick free shipping!
by: Doug 05/19/2021
great service was ordered and shipped very quickly .
by: Justin 01/09/2020
Everything seems good quality, bolts should be included
by: Jeffrey02/17/2019
Awesome product had it for yr now. Like it was brand new. Numerous trips to keys for sc not a flaw
by: Jeffery11/28/2018
Great product! Cheaper to replace then rebuild.
by: Ed B01/10/2014
Used this to replace an existing unit that was rusting away. This product arrived quickly, in perfect condition and was easy to install.
by: William 08/21/2022
by: George 01/17/2021
Exceed my expectations.
by: Ray L.02/17/2011
Good Communications and Quick Delivery make this company a pleasure to deal with. Also the free shipping made your product stand out.
Thanks
by: Sherri 07/11/2022
by: Michael 05/11/2021
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