Dexter Electric Drum Trailer Brakes
Trailer Brakes are an essential part of any towing setup. Dexter offers many different electric drum brake assemblies, with weight capacities up to 12000 lbs and some are self-adjusting.
Dexter Hydraulic Drum Trailer Brakes
Dexter also has hydraulic drum brake assemblies for your towing needs. These also have weight capacities going up to 12000 lbs and Dexter has single servo, duo servo, and free backing brake options.
Dexter Trailer Hubs and Drums
Dexter is guaranteed to have a hub or a hub with an integrated drum that will fit your application. These are rated for all the way up to 10000 lbs axles and Dexter offers everything from standard to agricultural applications.
Dexter Trailer Suspension
To get the smoothest ride possible, Dexter has a trailer suspension kit for tandem-axle trailers, as well as a variety of equalizers and hangers to complete your trailer suspension set-up.
Dexter Brake Controllers
Dexter has a proportional controller, as well as electric to hydraulic brake controllers, to keep your trailer safe and within DOT standards and federal braking requirements.
Dexter Trailer Breakaway Kit
If you have one of the Dexter Electric to Hydraulic Brake Controllers, the Trailer Breakaway Kit is a must! If your trailer is disconnected while towing, this system will bring the trailer to a stop.
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Dexter Reviews and Installation Videos
Expert Answers about Dexter
- How to Measure for the Correct Replacement Trailer Axles
- Are they really bent, or do they have an arch in them? Most trailer axles are specifically designed to they're arched. When weight is applied to the axles, they'll flatten which will give the tire tread full contact with the pavement. If the axles weren't arched, the tires would contact the pavement with the inside edges once weight was applied to the axle. This would cause uneven tire wear.
If you determine that the axle is indeed bent, you'll need the following information to get the...
view full answer... - Replacement 3500 Pound Trailer Axle for a Travel Trailer
- All of the 3500 pound axles that we carry that also have electric brakes are too long for the measurements you have provided. But we do carry just the most popular sizes. One option is to instead use a Timbren axle-less system, # A35RD545E. Or you could visit a local tractor or trailer supply store and order a custom axle to your specifications.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Overheating Hubs on a Trailer With New Bearings and Grease
- Hubs will heat up when driving, but if it feels like they are getting too hot, then you will want to look at a few things on your hub. My guess is that the spindle nut is too tight and the added stress on the bearings is overheating the bearings and hub and could be causing damage to the bearings.
When you install the castle nut you will want to tighten the spindle nut while turning the hub. When there is a slight bind on the bearing, the parts are seated correctly. Back the nut off...
view full answer... - How to Determine The Correct Replacement Trailer Hubs by Bearing Numbers or Spindle Size
- The best way to determine which replacement hubs you need for your trailer would be to remove one of the hubs and retrieve the bearings. Find the numbers stamped into the bearings and with those we will be able to get you the correct hubs.
If you are unable to retrieve the bearing numbers, you can take measurements of the spindle. I have included a link to our spindle main page. At the top of the page is a diagram showing all of the measurements we would need to find the correct hubs...
view full answer... - How to Find the Overall Width of an Axle with Tires for an 8ft Trailer
- The final width (with tires) of the Dexter Trailer Axle, # 35545I-EZ-89, will depend on the wheel and tire size you intend to use. You would simply add the width of one tire (assuming your wheels have a zero offset) to the 89 inch hub face dimension of this axle to find the total width. For example, if you have 6 inch wide tires, then you would add 6 inches to 89 which gives you a total width of 95 inches.
When choosing a replacement axle, it is important to choose an axle that has...
view full answer... - Adding Modern Hub/Drum/Brake Assemblies to 1965 Vintage Trailer
- Because it can indeed be a challenge to find replacement parts for trailers like yours that are of a substantial age, your easiest route will likely be to replace the axle along with your hubs/drums/brakes. This way all components will be fresh and known to be in good condition. They will also have the same working life. Replacing the axle/spindles will also simplify the process of finding the other items and of maintaining the updated trailer in the coming years.
You will need to determine...
view full answer... - Selecting a New Axle, Wheels and Tires for a 4 x 8-Foot Utility Trailer
- An easy way to replace your axle is to use a complete kit such as Dexter # 20545I-EZ-60-15. This kit consists of the 60-inch axle, idler hubs, bearings, seals, lug nuts and grease caps - and even grease.
This axle is rated for 2200-lbs and its spring centers are at 48-inches. Its hubs have the same 5-on-4-1/2-inch bolt pattern as the wheel/tire you referenced, part # AM31985 from Kenda. This kit will work with 13-inch wheels. Note that you will need to weld on new spring seats on top of...
view full answer... - Axle And Suspension Recommendation For Utility Trailer
- I think the easiest way to get the parts you need for your trailer is to buy an axle kit that comes with the idler hubs, bearings, races, seals, grease caps, wheel studs, and lug nuts. For the weight you are saying you will be carrying I recommend starting with the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs, part # 20545I-EZ-72-15.
This system has a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern so the tire/wheel combo I recommend is the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14 inch White Wheel, part # AM32153....
view full answer... - Video Showing Installation of a Trailer Axle
- There aren't any installation instructions for trailer axles because of the vast amount of trailer variations. I have included links to 3 videos showing example installations of axles that should be helpful.
view full answer... - Replacement 3500-lb Axles for Car Hauler Trailer
- We do offer axle kits that come complete with brake assemblies, hubs, bearings, races, etc, such as the part you referenced, Dexter # 35545E-ST-89. This kit provides components that match up the specifications you provided: 3500-lb rating, 89-inch length, 74-inch spring centers, 5-on-4-1/2 bolt pattern; these will work with 15-inch wheels.
A video on this kit is linked for your reference.
view full answer... - Replacement Trailer Axle Recommendation for an EZ Loader Boat Trailer
- You will need to measure your axles first though.
The axles we offer are 89 inches from hub face to hub face and 74 inches from spring center to spring center. If your axles match these dimensions the part # T3584F-EZ-8974 would be a great choice for a hubless axle.
If you wanted an axle that came with hub/drums that have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern you would want the # 35545E-ST-EZ-89.
If you need axles with different dimensions you will need to check with your local trailer...
view full answer... - Replacing a Lippert 3,500 lb Leaf Spring Axle with a Dexter 3,500 lb Leaf Spring Axle
- The Dexter Trailer Axle, part # 35545E-ST-EZ-89, is similar to the Lippert LC135-SB-85.0-68.5 axle, but it is not a direct replacement. Both axles are 3,500 lb leaf spring tubular axles, but they are different lengths. The Dexter axle is slightly longer, which means the wheels would stick out further and the spring center is wider. Your axle has a hub face measurement of 85 inches and the Dexter axle has a hub face measurement of 89 inches (see photo). The wheels will stick out about 2...
view full answer... - Recommended Axle and Leaf Springs for a Harbor Freight 4x8 Foot Folding Trailer Model 90154
- I recommend # 20545I-EZ-60-10 Dexter Idler Trailer Axle w/ Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 60" Long - 2,200 lbs. I like this axle because of the EZ-Lube simple lubrication. You will also want to pick up a U-Bolt Kit # APUBR-10 for mounting your axle. Please check out the attached installation video for additional info.
I was able to track down the specs for your trailer on-line and found that it uses slipper springs, so you'll want to go with one of the following. Choose...
view full answer... - What Trailer Dimensions would the Dexter Trailer Axles # 20545I-EZ-72-15 Fit
- The Dexter Trailer Axles # 20545I-EZ-72-15 that you referenced will fit a trailer that has the following dimensions.
The axle it replaces will need to have a hub face to hub face dimension of 72 inches, you will need to measure the distance between the spring centers of the trailer, if that dimension is 58 inches it will connect to your suspension system.
The wheel bolt pattern of your wheels will need to be 5 on 4-1/2 inch, and the capacity of this axle is 2,000 lbs.
I attached...
view full answer... - How Long Would an Axle have to be to Use 15 Inch Tires on a Trailer that is 60 Inches Wide
- An ST205/75-15 tire will be about 8 inches wide. Assuming the wheels you use have a zero offset the minimum length of the axle, measured from hub face to hub face, would need to be 70 inches. The axles that we have that are 72 inches long are all either 2,000 or 2,200 pound axles.
view full answer... - Difference Between Idler and Braking Axle
- A brake axle would have brakes, either electric or hydraulic drum or disc brakes while an idler hub would have no brakes. Many times, a tandem axle trailer will have one braking axle and one idler axle.
The 3500 lb capacity # 35545I-EZ-89 axle you were looking at comes with idler hubs, but because it has brake mounting flanges, brake assemblies and hub/drums could be added at a later date if necessary.
To find a replacement axle, you'd need to measure the hub face to hub face dimension...
view full answer... - How to Choose the Correct Axle for a 2,000 lbs EZ Loader Trailer
- We can most certainly help you to replace your axle and hubs on your 2,000 lbs trailer.
If you are wanting to go with a standard axle you will need to pick one out that is the same length as the one you have now and that has the same hub-face-to-hub-face (A) and spring-center-to-spring-center (B) measurements of your current axle. I have attached a picture that demonstrates how to find these measurements. You will also need to pick if you need idler hubs or if they need the brake flange...
view full answer... - What Diameter is a Dexter 4,000 lb Axle
- Dexter doesn't actually make a 4k rated axle, but they do make a 4.4k axle which has a diameter of 3 inches. The next smaller axle is a 3,500 lb axle which has a 2-3/8 inch outer diameter.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Uneven Trailer Tire Wear on Torsion Axle Trailer
- The usual cause for trailer tires to wear more on the inside edges is indeed overloading. But if your 3500-lb torsion axle has not been overloaded then the most likely cause is a bent spindle (bent upwards, allowing the inside of the tire tread surface to make more contact with the road). If your bearings are not fully seated and if the hub is not secured with appropriate tension then this could allow enough play for the weight on the hub/spindle to tip the hubs/wheels/tires out of level.
If...
view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Axle and 5-on-4-1/2 Hubs for Pontoon Boat Trailer with 10-Inch Wheels
- We do offer both 3500-lb axle beams and also complete kits that include either idler hubs or hub/drums and electric brakes. Please click on the linked page to view the axles and kits we have. You can click on the filters on the page to match up your axle's dimensions to those we offer. Please note all 3500-lb axles are 89-inches hub face to hub face, have 74-inch spring centers and are intended for 13- to 17-1/2-inch wheels, for example, Dexter Trailer Axle kit # 35545I-EZ-89. It is important...
view full answer... - Replacement Trailer Hub for a Reliable Hub BT-150A
- I was able to find the bearing information for your Reliable BT-150A hub and it looks like it used inner/outer bearings of L44643 so the trailer hub part # 34822545BX would be the correct hub to use.
This hub also has a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern.
view full answer... - Replacement 72 Inch Long 2,000 Pound Trailer Axle
- Trailer axle # 20545I-EZ-72-15 could fit in place of an axle with spring seat center spacing of 57-1/8 to 57-3/8 inches. At the very most the spring seats will have to be cut off and new ones, # TRSS175, welded on by a qualified professional welder for a nominal fee.
Another option is an axle-less system, # A20RS545, which is rated for 2,000 pounds and comes with idler hubs. The suspension is built in. With this type of system you will not have to worry about replacing worn suspension parts.
view full answer... - 72 inch Long Trailer Axle Recommendation with 2,200 lb Capacity that can Fit 14 inch Wheels
- The difference is the mounting flange on the hubs. Axles that have larger mounting flanges like the part # 20545I-EZ-72-15 can fit the larger wheels, whereas the # 20545I-EZ-72-10 has a small flange that doesn't match up to the bigger wheels.
What you would want to do is go with the axle part # T20BTR-EZ-7258 that does not have hubs with it and then use the hubs # 8-258-50UC1-EZ that has the larger mounting flange on it and will give you the 2,200 lbs capacity you want in the correct size.
view full answer... - Recommended 72 Inch Axles And Brakes For Tandem Trailer
- The 72 inch axles we offer have all got a weight capacity of 2,000 lbs. Also, none of the 72 inch axles have a brake mounting flange attached. You would need to have the components for a brake assembly installed on one of the axles.
I recommend the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs, part # 20545I-EZ-72-15, for the axle that you said you want free rolling. This has an EZ-Lube spindle with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern and has the bearings, races, seals and hubs included. This axle will work...
view full answer... - 3,500 lb Axle Suspension and Leaf Spring Install Hardware Recommendation
- For a 3,500 lb capacity trailer axle with idler hubs that have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern you would want the part # 35545I-EZ-89. If you need brake hubs you would want the # 35545E-ST-EZ-89. These axles have a distance of 89 inches from hub face to hub face and a distance of 74 inches from spring center to spring center.
For a 3,500 lb rated leaf spring you would want the # SP-212275, then for a hanger kit you would want # APS1 and then for U-bolt kit to hold the axles to the springs...
view full answer... - Replacement 89-Inch Axle for 6-1/2 x 12-Foot Utility Trailer
- We offer beam axles and also axle kits that include hubs, bearings and other components. You can view our main page for 89-inch trailer axles using the link provided. The 89-inch dimension is taken from one hub face to the other hub face; these axles have 74-inch spring centers.
All our 89-inch axles like # T3584F-EZ-8974 are rated for 3500-lbs. You'll want to check your axle's safety sticker to confirm you match it's weight carrying capacity.
If you want to use your existing hubs...
view full answer... - Replacement Trailer Axle for a 5x10 Utility Trailer
- Unfortunately, we do not have any hubs that match the dimensions you provided. The only other option I have for you at this time would be to replace the axle. If you can provide me with the hub face to hub face and spring center to spring center measurement, I can go about trying to find a replacement axle for you.
view full answer... - Can a 2,500 Pound Drop Axle Be Upgraded to 3,500 Pound Straight Axle
- You can certainly replace your existing 2,500 pound axles with 3,500 pound axles. If your trailer is not already wired for electric brakes and you want to add them, you will need to wire the trailer for electric brakes. I have attached a help article on adding electric brakes to a trailer for you.
You can change your axle to a straight axle from a drop axle. As you mentioned it will move the center of gravity up. This is important to keep in mind while driving and when making turns....
view full answer... - Can Square Trailer Axle Be Replaced with Round Axle
- Yes, you can replace a square axle with a round beam axle so long as it is rated appropriately. You will need a new u-bolt kit for the round 2K axle, part # APUBR-10.
We offer beam axles rated up to 3500-lbs and also axle-less suspension kits from Timbren that bolt right on to the trailer frame. You can see all 2K axle kits by clicking on the link provided. Some of these come with hubs while others do not.
For instance Timbren kit # A20RS545 includes the bolt-on suspension units (they...
view full answer... - Replacement Hub and Drum Assembly for a Dexter 10K General Duty Axle 387A Inner and 25580 Outer
- We have exactly what you are looking for. If your axles were made before 07-01-2009, then you have the old style 2-piece hub and drums, so you will want the Complete Hub Assembly, # 8-288-3UC1. Keep in mind, this does not include the drum. If you also need the drum, then you will want part # 9-44-1 for a non-ABS drum or part # 9-44-3 for a drum with the ABS exciter ring installed and 8 drum mounting bolts, # 7-245. The hub assembly comes with the races already installed and it includes...
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