Purpose of Wire Inside 3500-lb Axle
Updated 05/25/2016 | Published 05/24/2016
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Just bought 89inch Dexter 3500 lb axle it has wire at each end What is its purpose can it be used to electric brakes
asked by: Dave
Helpful Expert Reply:
The 89-inch/3500-lb axle kit # e43SR, for example, includes electric drum brake assemblies so it will have wiring in place. Electric brakes are simple to wire; there are only two pigtail leads from each brake and either one can be used for ground or +12V. Generally electric brakes should be wired with 10-gauge duplex wire like # 10-2-1.
The linked article on electric brakes may be of interest to you.
The brake controller we most often recommend is the Prodigy P2 # 90885 which our customers rate highly for its simple set-up and easy operation.
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Spring Center
- 89 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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