Solution for 7k Trailer Axle Drum Brakes that Wear Out Quickly
Published 11/17/2016
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I tow an 18000lb three axle trailer with 7000lb axles. Two trips over the mountains and I have to replace the brakes. Is there a lining that has more thickness?
asked by: Dwayne
Expert Reply:
Mountains can be hard on brakes for trailers and vehicles. What you described sounds like you may want to adjust the braking of your controller. Do you have a proportional controller? Is the trailer doing more of the braking than the vehicle?
Have you considered going to a disc brake system? A Kodiak kit part # K2HR712D will fit your 7k axles and will give you much more powerful brakes that won't fade or wear out near as quick as drum brakes.
You would also need the actuator kit part # CAR-HBA16-2 and a compatible brake controller like the P2 part # 90885.
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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs
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- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- LH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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