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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K
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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K

Part Number: DX56FR
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Use this 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 disc brakes and 3x5 straight tongue. 1-800-940-8924 to order Dexter brake actuator part number DX56FR 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 w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K. Brake Actuator reviews from real customers.
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Dexter Brake Actuator - DX56FR

Highlights

  • Electric Lockout Feature: Enables easy and precise backup without activating brakes.
  • Heavy-Duty Capacity: Rated for 7,500 lbs GTW; perfect for larger trailers.
  • Versatile Application: Compatible with various trailer types like marine and utility.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Build: Zinc plating and aluminum master cylinder reduce wear.
  • Straightforward Bolt-On Setup: Designed for 3" x 5" tongue, ensuring ease of installation.
  • Hydraulic Disc Brakes Compatibility: Ensures efficient and powerful braking performance.

Features to know about

Effortless Reversing: Electric Reverse Lockout

Ever struggled with reversing your trailer without the brakes kicking in? The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 comes with an electric reverse lockout, which automatically engages when you shift into reverse, allowing you to back up smoothly without actuating the trailer brakes. It’s a game-changer for maneuvering your trailer in tight spots or parking.

Seamless Braking Experience: Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes

When it comes to synchronizing your trailer brakes with your tow vehicle, the hydraulic actuator on this Dexter model is top-notch. It uses surge brake technology to apply the trailer brakes as your tow vehicle slows, offering a smooth and reliable stopping experience every time. Designed for hydraulic disc brakes, it’s perfect for trailers that require solid braking performance.

Durable Design for Long-Lasting Use: Zinc Plating and Aluminum Master Cylinder

Worrying about corrosion on your brake actuator? With its zinc plating and aluminum master cylinder, this Dexter actuator is built to withstand the elements. The aluminum master cylinder is especially effective at reducing corrosion compared to traditional cast steel designs, ensuring your actuator stays in prime condition longer.

Perfect for Various Applications: Versatile Fit for Different Trailer Types

Whether your trailer is used for agriculture, marine, construction, travel, or utility, the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 fits right in! With compatibility for a wide range of applications, bolted onto a 3'x5" straight tongue and designed for a 2" ball coupler, it’s built for a variety of uses, offering flexibility and reliability across different trailer types.

Hassle-Free Installation: Bolt-On Design

Installation worries? Fret not. The bolt-on design makes the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 straightforward to install. Even if you’re working with an older trailer model or tackling a replacement project, the process is designed to be as easy and seamless as possible, meaning it’s less about the hassle and more about getting your trailer equipped and ready to go.

Adaptable Capacity: Rated for Up to 7,500 lbs GTW

Need to haul heavy loads? With a capacity of up to 7,500 lbs Gross Trailer Weight, this actuator is designed to handle a robust amount of weight without compromise. It’s built for heavy-duty use so you can hit the road with peace of mind knowing your trailer’s braking system is reliable and efficient.

Specs

Application

  • Application: Hydraulic disc brakes

Ball Size

  • Ball size: 2"

Mounting

  • Mounting: 3" x 5" straight tongue

Capacity

  • Capacity: 7,500 lbs

Warranty

  • 2-Year limited warranty

099-060-26 Dexter DX7.5L Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs

Replaces UFP Model A-60 Marine Surge Brake Actuator





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Ratings & Reviews

4.6

213 reviews
Use this 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 disc brakes and 3x5 straight tongue.

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    Your surge coupler will have either a sticker or an engraving on it, typically near where the coupler is located. If you can get me that information and what you're needing to replace on it I'd be more than happy to help you find what you're needing! For an example, the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR has this info engraved on the top of the actuator body (see attached).
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  • My Surge Brakes Are Activating When I Back Up My Trailer - What Can I Do?
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    You could be experiencing one of 2 separate issues or a combination of both. If the side at 38 degrees is the passenger side I have seen this a lot as that side of the trailer typically experiences the worst ride quality from damage to the edge of the road. It could either be the rubber torsion inserts inside the axle are worn and allows it to sit lower. You can verify this is the issue if the end of the spindle can easily be raised higher. You could also have a bent axle where the spindle...
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  • Difference Between Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuators For Disc Brakes
    That's a really good question, and there is a difference between the 7,500 lb Dexter DX7.5L A-60 actuators for disc brakes; the differences are both in what they fit, as well as their length. - 14" Long & Top-Mounted For 3" Wide Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX89FR - 19" Long & Bolts To 3" x 4" Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX29FR - 19" Long & Bolts To 3" x 5" Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX56FR Apart from that, these...
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  • Help With Installing Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator On Boat Trailer
    The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Actuator # DX56FR you have is designed to be mounted on the end of the trailer frame as seen in the image below. Based on how your actuator was mounted the Actuator # DX89FR would best install like your current actuator. If you choose to continue with the actuator you have you will need to slide it onto the frame as seen in the image I attached and drill for all 4 holes.
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  • Brake Line Fitting Size Needed For The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR
    Hey David, The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR accepts brake lines with 3/16" male inverted flare fittings with a 3/8"-24 thread size like the DeeMaxx Hydraulic Brake Line # DE38GR.
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  • Replacement Filler Cap for Dexter DX7.5 Brake Actuator
    Hello Dick; the correct replacement cap for a Dexter DX7.5L A-60 like # DX56FR is the # T097-022-00. I went ahead and attached a picture with the dimensions below if you want to compare it to your actuator.
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  • Best Replacement For TDE Disc Brake Actuator F47260K
    Hello Jeremy, thanks for reaching out. The part number F47260K comes back as the master cylinder for a TDE model 66, 70 and 80 disc brake actuator. It sounds like yours may be the model 70, and if so, the Dexter # DX56FR can be used to replace it. This is designed to bolt onto the end of the tongue. If you need one that drops onto the top of the tongue I recommend the Demco # DM62VR instead. Both are rated for use with disc brakes and have a max capacity of 7,500 lbs.
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  • What is Distance Between Mounting Holes of Dexter A-60 Coupler
    The distance between the mounting holes of the Dexter coupler part # DX56FR is 3 inches so it would bolt right up to your trailer. For a manual lockout you could use with this you'd want part # DX94FR. Standard brake line kits like the part # DM5424 would work just fine.
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  • Replacement Breakaway Cable Repair Kit for Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout
    Thanks for all the details! To replace the breakaway cable that came on your Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR you just need the Emergency Break Away Cable Repair Kit # DX64XR and you'll be good to go!
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  • How to Find Out What Replacement Brake Actuator For a Triton 21 Bass Trailer
    You can either look for a model number on your Triton boat trailer, or you can just replace the entire actuator. Either way I am going to need a bit more info to be able to find an appropriate replacement. For instance if you needed a 2" coupler that fits straight tongue trailer with a 3" x 5" tongue, then something like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR could work. If you can let me know what you have currently that'd help me find either a direct replacement...
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  • Replacement Surge Brake Assemblies that Fit Shorelandr Boat Trailer lub40tcbxlw
    The hub your Shorelandr boat trailer has is part number 4470400 which is a 3,500 lb axle hub. So for a replacement surge brake assembly you'd want the part # AKUBRK-35 for a set of left and right hand assemblies.
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  • Are The DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kits Compatible With The Dexter A-60 Actuator
    Yes, you can absolutely use the DeeMaxx # DE22FR with a Dexter A-60 Actuator like the # DX56FR. The Dexter # DX56FR actuator is designed to be used with disc brakes. You could use this with virtually any disc brake kit, regardless of brand.
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  • Parts Needed to Convert Drum Brakes to Disc Brakes
    No, since Dexter does not put reverse lockout solenoids on their drum actuators you'd need to use a different actuator like # DX56FR. From here, you'd need a disc brake kit like # K2HR526D which will work 5,200 lb to 6,000 lb axles with a 6 on 5 1/2 bolt pattern, and a 5 bolt mounting flange. Finally, you'd need either the Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Kit # HBA16-252-82 if going from electric drum to hydraulic disc, or # HS381-9067 if going from hydraulic drum to hydraulic disc.
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  • Wheels On Braking Axle Sit Slightly Farther Out Than The Non Braking Axle. Is This Normal?
    It sounds like you are using a slip on rotor for your disc brake conversion. This will cause the wheels on the braking axle to sit slightly farther out than the wheels on the non-braking axle. This is due to the thickness of the rotor, which is is usually about 1/2"-3/4" or so. This is not going to be a cause for concern and there will not be any adverse effects. Some folks may use wheel spacers in this case, but we do not recommend doing that as they can be unsafe. You can go about towing...
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  • Replacement For UFP A-60/A-75 Disc Brake Actuator
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  • Locking Out Dexter Surge Actuator to Convert to Electric Over Hydraulic
    I would just use the stainless steel bolt method you mentioned to lock out the coupler you have. That's going to be the easiest and simplest solution. This is a very common solution for your situation where you are wanting to go from the surge brakes to an electric over hydraulic setup like the # HS381-9067.
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  • Surge Brake Actuator Recommendation for 2002 Load Rite Dual Axle Bass Boat Trailer
    The Dexter DX7.5L # DX56FR would be a great actuator replacement for your 2002 Load Rite dual axle bass boat trailer. This would easily work on a tandem axle disc brake setup like it sounds like you have on your trailer.
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  • Coupler Locks For Dexter A-60 Brake Actuator When Towing and When In Storage
    We do have locks that will work with your Dexter A-60 Brake Actuator # DX56FR. The Coupler Lock # e98888 will allow you to secure the trailer to your vehicle when towing. This lock pin replaces the included push pin which comes with the actuator. For storage you will want to use the Fastway Universal Trailer Coupler Lock # FA86-0015-316. This can be used with the coupler lock above as well.
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  • Solution for Manually Locking Out Brakes on Actuator With Electric Lockout
    If you have an actuator like the Dexter # T4750620 you looked at, the only way to lockout the brakes is with the electric lockout. If you have a different model it is possible it has a spot for a key on the side like the # DX94FR which would work with an actuator like the # DX56FR. If you do not have this, there is still a solution for your problem. Although you can't manually lockout the actuator, you could add free-backing brakes to your trailer. These eliminate the need for the lockout...
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  • Tips For Removing Old Inner Member For Dexter A-60 To Replace with New One
    I took a look at the A-60 Surge Brake Actuator like the Dexter # DX56FR, and to remove the front pin you'll need to remove the locking ring from the front rolling pin on the passenger side, and push it out from the passenger side to the driver side. Once you have it out, since you already have the rear roller pin out the inner member will come right out. If you don't already have a replacement inner member just let me know what hitch ball size and weight capacity your coupler has. One...
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  • Can I Weld on a Bolt on Brake Actuator?
    Yes, you can weld on the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K item # DX56FR you referenced. You will want to make sure you remove the zinc coating and get down to the bare metal. I have attached a couple of diagrams I made with the dimensions on both actuators.
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  • How to Determine Correct Replacement Disc Brakes When Switching From Drum
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