How to Adjust Drum Trailer Brakes Using a Brake Adjustment Tool
Updated 12/06/2016 | Published 12/05/2016
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I have 10000 pound axles and the front shoe is much farther away from the drum than the back, is there an adjustment for both shoes or what do I need to do
asked by: Carl
Expert Reply:
Yes you can adjust the drum brakes on your trailer. To see how to manually adjust trailer brake assemblies check out the video I attached, fast-forward to the 4:35 mark of the video. Basically you will adjust the brakes out so that there is a slight but constant drag of the pads on the drum when the wheel is turned. I recommend using brake adjustment tool # W80630.
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12-1/4" - Right Hand - 9K to 10K
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- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- RH
- 9000 lbs
- 10000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12-1/4 x 3-3/8 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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