Why Replacing Brake Assemblies Makes More Sense than Replacing Trailer Brake Shoes

Updated 11/07/2016 | Published 11/06/2016

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Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Right Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs

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Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs

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Question:

I have a trailer with 2- 6000 lb. rated Phillips Dexter axles. The electric brakes are older 12inch X 2inch drum brake assemblies. I am looking for the replacement shoes. The serial # on the axles are A 2348336. Thank you,

asked by: Andre P

Expert Reply:

Due to a few factors it's going to be a better option to just replace the brake assemblies with new ones.

Biggest reason is that the price difference between new assemblies and shoes is pretty small so you would end up with all new components for about the same price. Second reason is the replacing the shoes is quite a bit more difficult than just installing new assemblies. Finally, often times it's hard tracking down exact replacement shoes.

For assemblies it would make the most sense to go with the part # AKEBRK-7L-SA for the left side and part # AKEBRK-7R-SA for the right. This will give you a 6k rated 12 inch assembly that is self adjusting.

I attached an install video as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C