Free-backing, driver's-side and passenger's-side brakes won't engage when you reverse, even if your actuator is activated. Galvanized steel resists rust, making the assemblies great for boat trailers. Fit 14" to 15" wheels.
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Note: Because free-backing brakes are designed to eliminate nearly all friction between the brake shoes and the drum when you are driving in reverse, a trailer breakaway kit will not be effective should your trailer disconnect from your tow vehicle while you are backing up.
Free-backing brakes let your trailer move in reverse without the brakes being activated by your surge actuator. These brakes are needed if your actuator does not have a reverse lockout, which is a mechanism that ensures that the actuator does not activate when your rig moves in reverse.
Each of these Demco free-backing brake assemblies has a fall-away shoe that is designed to provide full braking action when your trailer is moving forward and to supply only limited friction when the trailer is moving in reverse. This is largely due to the incorporated dual springs at the shoe's pivot point. (One spring sits on either side of the shoe lever, so only a single spring is visible when looking at the brake assembly.)
When your rig is moving forward and you engage the trailer brakes, each fall-away shoe expands normally, with the leading edge of the shoe catching the drum. This occurs because the plunger on the hydraulic cylinder pushes on the shoe lever, forcing the leading edge of the brake shoe into the drum. Once that edge catches, the dual springs at the shoe's pivot point facilitate braking by forcing the rest of the shoe to pivot into the drum. The action of the shoe against the drum provides the friction required for braking.
When you are driving in reverse, however, the hydraulic cylinder and the springs work against one another. Even though the plunger pushes on the shoe lever, the dual springs of the fall-away shoe overcome the pressure from the brake cylinder, keeping the leading edge from catching on the drum and ensuring that the shoe does not fully pivot into the drum. Because the shoe makes only slight contact with the drum, just enough friction is generated so that only a minimal amount of braking occurs when you are in reverse.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (99 Customer Reviews)
Free-backing, driver's-side and passenger's-side brakes won't engage when you reverse, even if your actuator is activated. Galvanized steel resists rust, making the assemblies great for boat trailers. Fit 14" to 15" wheels.2000 ez loader trailer complete brake job. 2 axle torsion suspension. All 4 axles . I ordered 4 complete brake /backing plate assemblies and 4 new hubs. My complete order showed up on time afew days later. After I got the trailer and boat jacked up and started to take things apart I overlooked not ordering the transitional flexible brake lines that go from the hard lines into the back of the brake assembly. After traveling for 30 minutes to a hydraulic brake line shop to have lines made up they told me they did not have the fittings I really needed these lines to get this job done for the weekend to get the boat out on the water. So I called etrailer and was connected to Tiffany who I must say provided the best customer service I've ever experienced she worked with me on getting the correct items and set up next day rush shipping. She even personally made sure that my order got out the door and called me personally to let me know . There aren't too many companies that goes to that length to serve their customers. The next day at 10 a.m. the were delivered to my front door. (From half way across the United States ) . I was trilled to say the least. Thank you etrailer and a special thank you to Tiffany. In customer service for your personal attention and follow up regarding my order.
Steven - 09/29/2019After launching my boat, my left trailer wheel with drum brakes started locking up on my 2005 boat trailer. Thus, I decided to replace all brake and hub assemblies including both backing plates. I found all parts online from etrailer.com, and it was an easy repair.
I contemplated changing from drum to disc brakes at this time and get rid of the heavy hubs. However, I would have to replace the drum brake actuator with a higher pressure disc brake actuator, and I would have to run a wire to the reverse lights to keep the disc brakes from engaging when backing uphill.
I gave the brakes only 4 stars because I just put them on and have not road tested them. They look great for rust prevention as they are for a boat trailer, I will be road-testing them tomorrow, and I'm sure they will get 5 stars.
Haven't used them yet because I have to install a new actuator... however these were an exact fit and easy replacement on my 1981 Somerset boat trailer.
Robert C - 06/02/2021Everything was great except and fit like a glove. No issues at all.
Hey George just got done installing your brake system on my Carkins dual axle boat trailer, what are nice product they went on beautiful no issues whatsoever extremely satisfied following is a picture of before and after , I just bought the boat and trailer and could not believe the condition of the brakes
24 yr old boat trailer brake cylinder finally fails. Brake shoes very thin. Every thing rusty and dirty.
I look at cylinders only, pads only, then found these! Everything new at reasonable price and delivered on time.
First trip found them to be smooth in operation. did not jam on at the last minute like the old ones did. THANKS etrailer.
It took to long to receive them,but Great service.
Product looks great, heavy-duty and ready for install! Would have given 5-Star if the shipping boxes weren't damaged.
I bought these right and left hydraulic brake assemblies for my boat trailer at a great price. I received my order one day earlier than promised. Etrailer.com really rocks to satisfy it’s customers. They provided an awesome tracking link for me to review my order’s shipping progress. This is the best tracking link that have ever experienced. Both complete brake assemblies fitted perfectly in place of my old assemblies. On each Brake assembly, I just had to remove the 4 mounting bolts from the axle flange and the hydraulic hose. Then install the new complete brake assembly, tighten the 4 mounting bolts and makeup the hydraulic hose.. This made this brake job a breeze! It was a pleasure doing business with you.
Thanks Etrailer.com!
Larkin - 02/11/2021Great replacement. Took off the old crud and cleaned up the mount. The new assembly bolted right on.
Products are great but can’t say so for the customer service of etrailer.it took almost 2 weeks to get my products. I was going to order from [online] but I thought I would give etrailer the business. Never again.
I purchased these with new hoses and a new master cylinder, all from etrailer. After one year, they’re holding up great! I rinse them thoroughly since I launch in saltwater and I’m really happy with them.
Easy install on my old trailer. Works as advertised. Would buy again.
Brakes work well and are a good value. I also bought an actuator and new lines to replace an existing, old trailer brake system.
The detailed descriptions of these products is great and helped verify that they would fit my trailer.
The gravity bleeding system that the etrailer video shows did not work for me.
I repeatedly pulled on the emergency breakaway handle on the actuator to fill and bleed the system.
Perfect fit, I had them installed in 20 minutes. Super fast delivery.
Shipping time was quick ,direct bolt on, seem to function well.
Over all good quality.
Used with the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator, to complete the restoration of the braking system.
Very impressed with the speed of shipping. Wow! Very happy with the parts.
Excellent product, very fast delivery...faster than estimated. A perfect no hassle fit the first time right out of the box. Very high quality parts that are much better than the original parts. I have done a lot of trailer brakes and these parts were a joy to install, I cannot say enough good things about these parts with out repeating myself
I ordered a set of complete galvanized trailer brake backing plates/linings/master cylinder, and a new surge coupler, and couldn't be happier with the quality, price, and very quick free shipping. Very easy on line ordering experience......
Exemplary all around..ease of ordering; prompt delivery; bolt-on installation; follow-up inquiry..Wish all my transactions were as professional..
Only downside.. didn't order everything needed from e-Trailer..will not make that mistake again..
Grateful..Satisfied customer..Thank You!
Very pleased with these folks, shipping was very quick and the parts are top notch.
Fast shipping and all products came as described. I 100% recommend etrailer
Perfect fit. Excellent quality with the lowest prices around. Received complete order in under 5 days. I found that customer service was extremely knowledgeable of the parts i needed and offered up the 3 options, good, better and best for my boat trailer brake assemblies. I will return to etrailer for all my boat trailer needs.
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