Replacement Brake Assembly Recommendation to Replace Dexter 23-342 and 23-343

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I want to know if I can change to another Brand From above. What would be compatible in your brand name with same Quality as above. Thank You

asked by: Michael B

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We have similar assemblies to the Dexter part# 23-342 and the # 23-343 that your trailer has.

For our house etrailer.com brand we have the part # AKFBBRK-7R-D and # AKFBBRK-7L-D which is a 12x2 7k rated brake assembly that would work well for you. These are also dacromet coated which means they will resist corrosion.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I do have an option available for you however, I cannot recommend modifying your brake actuator. There are two main factors to consider when choosing a brake actuator. The first being the type of brake actuator, such as an actuator for disc brakes or…

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The Hydraulic Brake - Uni-Servo - Free Backing - Dacromet - 12" Left #AKFBBRK-7L-D and Right #AKFBBRK-7R-D you were looking at do not include the drum. To mount these brakes to your trailer you will also need Mounting Hardware #BRKH12 These…

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For 12 inch brake assemblies the recommended torque spec is between 45 and 50 ft lbs.

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The main difference is brand. The #T4489600-500 is Made by Dexter here in the USA, while the #AKFBBRK-7-D is made by etrailer overseas. Both will work with the same hubs, and the same axles. Dexter also uses the Galphorite coating on those brakes…

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Hydraulic systems are preferred on boat trailers because water and electricity do not mix well. The hydraulic surge brake system is self contained on the trailer and the only connection to the vehicle is the reverse lockout switch that is powered…

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The Titan Hydraulic Brake Kit #T4489600-500 that you referenced does not come with hub/drums. Since this is a 6k axle brake kit the correct hub/drum you'd need is the Dexter part #8-201-9UC3-EZ which would fit the same spindle as what the Titan…

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We can definitely get you started with parts for your Magic Tilt Trailer, but we will need some additional information to complete your parts list. We can start with a coupler. Since your boat trailer will not exceed 10,260 lbs, I recommend looking…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Replacement Brake Assembly Recommendation to Replace Dexter 23-342 and 23-343

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