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• Replacement Surge Brake Actuator for Discontinued 6,000 lb Atwood Coupler
  The number 61101 isn't actually the part number, but I believe you are looking at the Atwood 84132. If this coupler is not opening enough to engage the ball, the first thing to check is the trigger lock. If it is not disengaged, the ball will not fit. If it is seized up, you will want to use some lubricant spray to try to see if you can get the mechanism to function. Unfortunately we don't have the replacement parts for that linkage as Atwood has discontinued them. If you need to replace...
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• Replacement For Discontinued Atwood Drum Brake Actuator For 2 Inch Hitch Ball
  Thanks for all that detailed info, and Atwood is out of business which is why you can't find the exact replacement. We do have an option for you, that will bolt on, with the caveat being you will likely have to use shims. The reason for that is the only option to replace it is a bolt-on coupler meant for 3" wide channel tongues, so it won't be quite 3-1/2" wide. So what I recommend is one from Titan, which does have mounting holes 3" apart on center like yours, but you will also need to...
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• Replacement Coupler Recommendation for Fulton A50 Actuator
  My contact at Fulton confirmed that the A50 series is now obsolete and they don't make replacement parts. For a replacement, I recomemend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7K # T43397007K with lockout # T4748800. This surge brake actuator will help make your 2007 EZ Loader Trailer functional again. This has an emergency lockout cable as well.
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• Replacement Coupler for Atwood Hydraulic Brake Actuating Coupler for Drum Brakes
  The Atwood brake actuating coupler number 61101 is no longer directly replaceable. Atwood has been bought out so I recommend replacing your actuator with the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator # T43397007K which can use # T4748800 as an electric lockout solenoid. This coupler has bolt holes that are 3 inches on center. I've attached a video to help further.
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• Troubleshooting Smoke Coming From Trailer Tire Area on Trailer
  It sounds like you have 1 of 2 things going on. Either your tire is making contact with your trailer frame which is causing it to smoke, or you don't have enough grease on the inside of your hub so your bearings are causing all of that smoke. If it were your brake fluid you either wouldn't notice it as it would be such a small leak or your brake fluid would basically be empty. Check your tire for any signs of abnormal wear. If that looks good then you need to remove your hub and check...
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• Trailer Coupler is Stuck on Hitch Ball and Will Not Release
  First, release the mechanism that holds the coupler onto the ball. It may be a lever or a knob that has to be turned. Some require a dual action move where you would push back or forward on the lever while lifting up on it. If you have done this and it seems to be stuck then it is most likely a binding issue. You can try moving the tow vehicle and trailer forward or backward to release the tension between the ball and coupler. Binding can occur if the trailer and tow vehicle are not on...
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• Can a Bolt-On Surge Brake Actuator Replace a Weld-On Surge Brake Actuator
  Yes, you can replace a weld-on surge brake actuator with a bolt-on surge brake actuator and you can weld a bolt-on surge brake actuator to the trailer. If you are handy with a welder and have one available then I prefer this method over the other as you never have to worry about a nut backing off or drilling holes into the frame. If you can provide me with some more info on your trailer then I would be happy to recommend a surge brake actuator for you but if not I have attached our available...
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• Recommended Surge Brake Actuator With Electric Lockout For Drum Brakes
  We do have a surge actuator that can add an electric lockout for drum brakes. I recommend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator, part # T43397007K. This actuator is adjustable to fit 1-7/8, 2, and 50-mm hitch balls and is a bolt-on for 3 inch wide trailer tongues. The breakaway kit is included with this actuator. For the lockout you can then use # T4748800. If you have a 7-way connector on the back of your Expedition, you will need to change the trailer connector to match. I assume you...
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• Replacement Brake Actuator and Braking Assemblies for a Trail-Rite Trailer
  Thanks for the photo! In order to replace the surge brake actuator, I recommend taking a look at the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator part # T43397007K. This actuator is zinc plated for corrosion resistance, will work with 1-7/8"/ 2" hitch balls, and can utilize an electric lockout like # T4748800 for easy reversing. It will fit a 3" wide tongue and comes with a one year warranty. I have attached a review video for you as well. Unfortunately, we would not have the correct brake cylinder...
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• Complete Hydraulic Drum Brake Kit for Boat Trailer With 3,500 lb Axles
  I would need some more information before setting you up. What is your axle's weight capacity? Do you have an idler hub or hub and drum? What size are your wheels? I'm going to send you a link to a couple of help articles on what you'll need to add brakes and if you can get back to me with more info I'd be more than happy to help.
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• Looking for Replacement Master Cylinder for 2007 Jayco Jay series 1007
  Hey Tom, do you happen to know what brand of surge brake system you have? I would need to know that to be sure on what you need. You can also email me back with pictures of it if you aren't sure. Hopefully it's not an Atwood as they are no longer made.
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• Hub and Drum and Brakes for Trailer With 2,000 lb Axles & Bearings L44649
  Thanks for that great information we have exactly what you need for your 2,000 lb axles. The number you gave of 1.063 inches in diameter where your bearings ride on the spindle corresponds to Bearing # L44649. Knowing that, we can get you the correct hub and drum, which is the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 2K Axles # AKHD-545-2-2K. These hub and drums work with 7" brake assemblies and for hydraulic brakes the correct assembly is the Dexter Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit # 23-398-399. These...
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• Parts Needed to Convert 2004 Karavan 3100 with 3700 lb Axles to Electric Over Hydraulic Disc
  The 3,700 lb trailer axle makes thing a bit more interesting since the components for it are not always standard. So what I need from you is either the spindle dimensions where the bearings and seal rides or the bearing numbers that are in the hub. With that I will know for sure what parts you'd need to convert to electric over hydraulic disc.
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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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• Surge Brake Actuator Recommendation to Replace Fulton A60 on Trailer
  My contact at Fulton confirmed that the A60 series is now obsolete and they don't make replacement parts. For a replacement, I recomemend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7K # T43397007K. This surge brake actuator will work well to get your trailer back on the road again. If you want the reverse lockout solenoid as well use # T4748800.
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• Replacement Brake Actuator for the Atwood 84132
  In order to replace the Atwood 84132 Brake Actuator, I recommend using the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator part # T43397007K. This actuator has a zinc plating for corrosion resistance, multi-fit ball design, and a 7,000 lb capacity. It is rated for use with drum brakes just like the Atwood actuator and it can utilize an electric lockout # T4748800. The actuator will bolt onto a trailer frame up to 3" wide and it comes with a 1-year warranty. I have attached a review video of the actuator...
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• Replacement Actuator For Older Tie Down 70LC
  We have exactly what you are looking for. Based on my research your Tie Down 70LC has a 7000lb rating and uses a 2" hitch ball. If your trailer has drum brakes I recommend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs # T43397007K and if you have disc brakes I recommend the # DM62VR instead. Both of these options will bolt on to your 3" wide channel tongue. The # DM62VR includes and electric lockout solenoid but the # T43397007K does not. You can...
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• Replacement for Atwood Surge Brake Actuator 82541
  It sounds like you have free backing braking assemblies on your trailer so a lockout at the trailer coupler is not needed. In order to replace the Atwood Surge Brake Actuator 82541, I recommend using the Titan Leverlock Brake Actuator part # T43397007K although the Brake Actuator with Manual Lockout part # T63FR would work as well. The Leverlock is more cost effective and has an easier to use latching mechanism in my opinion. The mounting bolt holes on the Leverlock are 3" apart but if...
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• Recommended Replacement Surge Brake Actuator For An Atwood 85778
  Since the Atwood actuator line was discontinued, the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator # T43397007K has been one of the most popular replacements for it. This is rated up to 7,000 pounds and can accept both 1-7/8" and 2" balls, so it is a very good option. However, we do have an alternate that you may want to take a look at. The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator # 099-175-00 will be rated a little higher at 7,500 pounds, but will only accept the 2" ball. Both of these are American...
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• Recommended Surge Brake Actuator To Replace Atwood 82541 On 1098 Trail-Rite Boat Trailer
  To replace the Atwood 82541 surge brake actuator on your 1985 Trail-Rite boat trailer with drum brakes I recommend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs # T43397007K which will fit your 3" wide tongue perfectly, and has the same 3" bolt pattern as your current actuator. The # T43397007K does not have a built in reverse lockout, so if you do not have free backing brakes you will also need reverse lockout solenoid # T4748800 The # DM62VR you...
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• Install Video to Use as Guide for Installing Titan Model 60 Actuator
  I have attached an install video to this page for you to check out that you can use as a guide for installing the Titan Model 60 actuator part # T43397007K that you referenced. The video shows a very similar Demco coupler part # DM72VR but the couplers install in basically the exact same way.
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• How To Bleed Hydraulic Surge Brakes On Titan Model 60 Multi-Fit Brake Actuator
  To bleed the brake lines on a Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator # T43397007K I recommend using the Powerbuilt Brake Bleeder # ALL648591. This has a magnet that will hold the catch container where it is easily visible. Using the 4 steps detailed in the images below you can use a 2x4 to activate the surge brake while a 2nd person is opening and closing the bleeder valve at each brake cylinder. Do start with the brake assembly furthest from the master cylinder.
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• Recommended Replacement Actuator For Fulton A50 On 2007 EZ Loader Trailer
  My contact at Fulton confirmed that the A50 series is now obsolete and they don't make replacement parts. For a replacement, I recomemend the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7K # T43397007K. This surge brake actuator will help make your 2007 EZ Loader Trailer functional again.
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• Parts Needed For Installing Trailer Brakes On a Yacht Club Single 3,500LB Axle Pontoon Boat Trailer
  The best option would be to go with Disc Brakes # DE66YR. These are the best option as they repel water better than other trailer brakes and will offer superior braking. This will require the Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator # T47457107K and Brake Line Kit # HS496-251. The brake actuator uses a electric lockout so you will need a 5-way for your tow vehicle. If you have a 7-way then you will need an Adapter # A75TB or a Kit # C57187 can be used to change a 4-way to a 5-way. You could also go...
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