Is a Dexter Elec./Hydraulic Brake Actuator Damaged if it was Ran Dry
Published 01/19/2016
Question:
I had a trailer with 2- 5200 # axles, and after a 500 mile trip the fluid had leaked out and was dry , I re filled and fixed the fitting leak , and re bleed the brakes , they work fine , did I do any damage to the actuator , # TQA29933 thanks
asked by: Ed W
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Expert Reply:
I spoke with my contact at Dexter and when I explained to him your situation he said you are totally fine.
He said that the actuators will be totally fine if they were temporarily ran dry.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi
- Brake Actuator
- Electric-Hydraulic Brake Actuator
- Boat Trailer
- Travel Trailer
- Disc Brakes
- Dexter
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