Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs

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• Kit to Upgrade Trailers 4-Way to 7-Way to Wire up Electric Brakes
  Your current drums will work fine with a set of electric assemblies installed instead of the hydraulic ones you have now. We actually have a kit designed to upgrade a trailer's 4-way wiring to a 7-way. For that you'd want the part # e99011. From the brake output pin of the included junction box you'd run 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 (sold by the foot) to the brake assemblies. I attached an install video for the wiring kit as well as a picture on how trailer brakes are typically...
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• Wire Size Butt Connectors is Needed to Connect Wiring for Electric Trailer Brakes
  Electric brakes, like part # 23-26-27, use 16 gauge wiring. However, we generally recommend using 10 gauge, like part # 10-2-1, to connect to the brakes because of how far the wiring generally has to be run. So you need to use butt connectors large enough for the 10 gauge wire, like part # DW05745-5. They'll still be able to be crimped down onto the smaller 16 gauge as well, especially since they're heat shrink. Between the two grease seals, parts # 58846 and # RG06-050, we prefer...
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• Breakaway Kit for Use With Electric Brakes
  For a breakaway kit with the use of Dexter 10" x 2-1/4" electric brakes such as # 23-26-27 (manual adjusting) or # 23-468-469 (self-adjusting) I recommend the Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit # HM20001. The reason I like this breakaway kit is because it has a built-in battery charger for convenience and because it is simple to mount the battery box, which you can do with either self-tapping screws or U-bolts, both of which come with the kit. I have added links to video installs of...
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• Will Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit Fit 2002 Fleetwood Prowler With 10 Inch Drums
  It's a smart idea to go ahead and replace your brakes and yes, the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # 23-26-27 will absolutely fit your 2002 Fleetwood Prowler. The reason they will fit is these brake assemblies are the same dimensions as your drums, 10" diameter x 2-1/4" wide so they are perfect for you. These brakes fit a standard 4-bolt brake mounting flange which has bolt holes that measure 2-7/8" apart on center. The Dexter brake...
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• Amperage Draw of Electric Trailer Drum Brakes for Alternator Upgrade
  The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # 23-26-27 has magnets that will draw 7.5-8.2 amps max at 12 volts (approximately 4 amps each) . They have a resistance of 3.0-3.8 Ohms independently you can check with a multimeter like # BTMT15. Your braking power comes directly from your battery through the electric brake controller to the assemblies. The amperage draw is not significant so a larger alternator is not often required. Some vehicles...
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• How to Pick Out Brake Assemblies for Terry Resort Fleetwood 5th Wheel Trailer
  Picking out brake assemblies for trailer axles is actually pretty easy but I am not able to determine the info I need from your trailer info since it's not something manufacturers keep records of. You do need to order a total quantity of 4 assemblies since To pick out the correct brake assemblies for your trailer you need to know a few things. You will want to measure the inner diameter of your hub/drums and the depth of the drums to determine what brake assembly dimensions you need....
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• Troubleshooting New Brakes That are Weak After Adjustment
  If you have adjusted your Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit # 23-26-27 properly and you are getting no braking power with your override manual while your trailer is connected to your tow vehicle then I would start off by checking your 7-Way connectors for any corrosion or debris. If those look good the next step would be to determine if the brake controller signal is actually getting to the trailer or not. Using a circuit tester like part # PTW2991 test the pin in the 5 o'clock position...
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• Correct Replacement for 10 Inch x 1-3/4 Inch Braking Assemblies
  The 10" x 1-1/2" braking assemblies part # K23-472-473-00 will use the same four bolt brake mounting flange as the 10" x 1-3/4" braking assemblies you have but the hub/drum that goes with these, part # 008-418-02 uses a LM67048 inner bearing and L44649 outer bearing which I don't believe is correct for your trailer. The most common replacement for the 10" x 1-3/4" braking assemblies you have are going to be the 10" x 2-1/4" braking assemblies, part # 23-26-27. The correct hub/drum for...
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• What Hub/Drum Assembly Fits with the 10" Dexter Axle Brake Assemblies
  The kit # 23-26-27 that you referenced only comes with left and right hand 10" brake assemblies. The drums are sold separately. The typical hub and drum assembly that fits with these brakes is the Dexter 3,500 lb # 84546UC3-EZ. Even though this is compatible with these brakes you need to verify that the 5 on 4-1/2" pattern is correct for your wheels and that your spindle uses an # L68149 inner bearing, # L44649 outer bearing, and a grease seal that has 1.719" and 2.565" inner and outer...
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• Picking Out Brake Assemblies for Camper Trailer
  I can help you find the right assemblies, but I do not know exactly which ones you have on your trailer. To pick out the correct brake assemblies for your trailer you need to know a few things. You will want to measure the inner diameter of your hub/drums and the depth of the drums to determine what brake assembly dimensions you need. For example the part # 23-468 is a 10 inch by 2-1/4 inch thick brake assembly. You also want to determine what the bolt pattern is of your assembly...
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• Installation of Electric Trailer Brake Assemblies
  The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # 23-26-27 require either 12 gauge or 10 gauge wire run to one of the two magnet wires. The other wire on the magnet gets connected to a ground on the trailer frame. I've attached an article to assist with the wiring as you requested and have also linked a video of the installation. If you are adding trailer brakes for the first time, I recommend using the Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway...
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• Can Electric Brakes be Used on a Boat Trailer
  People use electric brakes on boat trailers all the time actually. We used to tell people they had to unplug their trailer wiring before backing the trailer into the water (still not a terrible idea) but in reality people leave the wiring plugged in all the time and rarely have issues. I sat and watched people on a boat ramp once (always entertaining by the way) and didn't see a single person unplug their trailer wiring before backing in and it didn't seem to phase any of the trailers....
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• Which Way To Spin Brake Adjuster Wheel To Loosen Trailer Brakes
  If you want to loosen the brakes on a drum braking assembly like the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-26-27 you will need to spin the star washer down with the Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes part # W80630.
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• Troubleshooting Right Side Brake Magnet on Single Axle Utility Trailer
  Each brake magnet should have 2 leads, one to power, one to ground. Most of the time, folks just ground the magnet to the trailer frame, and use the trailer frame itself as the ground circuit. I'd recommend finding the point where the wiring makes a run to the right side, and test the supply wire for power after the junction. Even if the magnet is bad, you should still show power on the wire feeding the magnet. I'll link you to an FAQ article that explains how to test brake magnets...
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• Replacement 10-Inch Electric Drum Brakes for 1967 Airstream Travel Trailer
  Dexter Electric Drum Brake Set # 23-26-27 that you referenced does fit a 10 x 2-1/4-inch hub and it does use a 4-bolt pattern to mount to the brake flange on the spindle. The bolt pattern spacing is 2-7/8-inches apart on centers. The photo I linked for you will show you how to measure your hub dimensions to ensure they match the brakes. These manual adjust brakes are rated for a 3500-lb axle and they are compatible with trailer rims from 13- to 15-inches in diameter. The brakes are labeled...
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• Brake Assemblies for Starcraft AR-One 18QB Travel Trailer with Lippert Components Axle
  Thank you so much for providing your axle details. I spoke to my contact at Lippert and he confirmed that your 3500 lb Lippert spring axle will use standard 10" x 2.25" brake assemblies.So, the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit, # 23-26-27, will work with your Starcraft AR-One 18QB Travel Trailer. The mounting bolts, nuts & adjuster plugs are included with this kit, but you will also need 4 lock washers, # 5-8. A helpful tool to have on hand is the brake adjustment spoon, # W80630,...
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• Electric Brake Assembly Set for 2000 Fleetwood Mallard 19N
  Yes, based on the dimensions of the drums that you have the Dexter brake assembly set part # 23-26-27 is what you'd need. These are manual adjust assemblies though so for a similar priced set of self-adjusting assemblies you'd just need the # AKEBRK-35-SA and you'd be set. For new hubs to go with these you'd just need the # AKHD-545-35-K and you'd have that covered as well.
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• Replacement Hub/Drums and Brake Assemblies for Horse Trailer with Brake Assembly 023-026
  Based on the Dexter part numbers you found the correct brake assembly set you need per axle is the part # 23-26-27. For hub/drums you'd want the part # 84546UC3-EZ if you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern or part # 84656UC3-EZ if you have a 6 lug bolt pattern and you'd be set.
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• Replacement Braking Assemblies for 2011 Flagstaff Classic Super Lite with AL-KO Axles
  Yes, the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-26-27 will fit AL-KO Axles. They use the same four bolt pattern as Dexter does for the 3,500 lb model so there will be no issues.
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• Replacement Trailer Brake Magnet Recommendation for Dexter 10 inch Assemblies
  Sounds like your brake magnets are getting worn as they are what grabs the drum to apply the brakes. This isn't uncommon as there's quite a bit of friction there. Basically the magnet gets activated and grabs onto the drum which then applies the brakes as they hub turns. For a replacement magnet you'd want the part # BP01-110 and you'd be set.
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• Electric Drum Brake Assemblies to Replace Hydraulic Brakes on 1993 Jayco Trailer
  I have attached a very helpful article on adding electric drum brakes to a trailer for you to check out. To determine the correct electric brake assemblies that will fit your 1993 Jayco Trailer, you will need to know the weight capacity of the axle, the bolt pattern of the brake mounting flange, and the physical size of the brake assembly you are replacing. For example, the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit # 23-26-27 referenced in your question is for 3,500 pound axles, measures...
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• Braking Assemblies for a 2003 TrailManor 2720SL
  Yes, the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-26-27 is a confirmed fit for a trailer with 3,500 lb axle. It features a four bolt brake mounting flange pattern and measures 10" x 2-1/4" which are both industry standards for a 3,500 lb axle. Then for the hubs/drums you can use the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # 84546UC3 (standard) or part # 84546UC3-EZ (EZ-Lube) if you don't already have them or just need to replace them.
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• Replacement Braking Assemblies for a 2009 Newman Aluminum Trailer
  The place card or info sticker is generally found around the tongue area near the coupler but it could be in other locations as well so it's best to start here then look over the whole trailer if not found on or near the tongue. However, if you are trying to find a set of replacement braking assemblies then I have a better option for you and that is to look for the axle capacity which can be found on the axle tag which is located in the center of the axle. Once this is found that will then...
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• Can Self-Adjusting and Manual Adjusting Braking Assemblies Be Mixed
  It is not advised to mix self-adjusting and manual adjusting braking assemblies on the same axle. It is also not advised to use self-adjusting braking assemblies on one axle and manual adjusting braking assemblies on the other. The result of doing so would be uneven braking pressure which would result in control issues as well as safety concerns. If you have a 3,500 lb axle or multiple 3,500 lb axles on your trailer then you will need to use the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake...
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• What Wheel and Brake Sizes Work With Timbren Axle-Less System ASR3500S06
  It is possible the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System - 4" Lift Spindle - 3,500 lbs # ASR3500S06 will work with your wheels and brakes, but it depends on a couple of factors: the bolt pattern of your wheels and the size of your brake assemblies. The hub and drum that fit this system is the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # 84656UC3-EZ, and let's talk about brakes first. This is a 10" diameter x 2-1/4" wide drum which means those are the size of brakes it will work with,...
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• Dexter Electric Brake Assembly Compatibility with Lippert 3,500 lb Axle
  For your Lippert 3500 lb axle on your 2018 Stealth trailer, the Dexter electric brake assemblies will work. I recommend the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K # 23-468-469 which will require no adjustment maintenance. If you want just the standard Dexter brake assemblies you can use # 23-26-27 which will have the traditional adjustment screw at the base of the assembly. They will have the same bolt pattern to mount to the brake...
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• Parts Needed to Add Electric Brakes on Trailer With 3,500 lb Axle
  We do have what you need to install electric brakes on your trailer, and so long as your current hub and drums are 10" diameter x 2-1/4" wide (which is standard for 3,500 lb axles) and you have a 4-bolt brake mounting flange such # 4-35 you can use the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit # 23-26-27. If you don't have that brake mounting flange you would need to get it welded onto your axle beam. Other parts you need for this are the Brake Adjustment Spoon # W80630 and Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test...
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• Replacement Brake Assembly Backing Plate for Alko Axle on 2013 Coachman Clipper Camper
  For your 2013 Coachman Clipper I recommend the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K # 23-468-469. These self-adjusting assemblies require no maintenance adjustment like your factory brake assemblies did. If you prefer the original style, then you will use the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # 23-26-27. Individually this is # 23-27 and # 23-26 as for some reason their pricing...
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• Will Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes Fit a Rockwell 3,500 Lb Axle
  Yes, the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-468-469 for self-adjusting or the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-26-27 for manual adjusting will fit a Rockwell 3,500 Lb Axle. The Rockwell Axles have the same brake mounting flange dimensions as the Dexter Axles so the brakes are all cross-compatible. The self-adjusting brakes simply mean you will not have to adjust the star wheel on the back of the backing plate every season for even brake pad wear and performance...
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