Can 6,000 Pound Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assemblies be Used on a 5,200 Pound Axle
Updated 04/18/2011 | Published 04/16/2011 >
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Question:
can the titan 6000 lb brake assembly T4489500 be used on Dexter 5200# axles? Why are the titan brake assemblys only 1/2 as expensive as the Dexter assembly?
asked by: Kenny K
Expert Reply:
The more pricey Demco Hydraulic Brake Assemblies, like # 42028, are designed for marine applications meaning it uses corrosion resistant materials to minimization or eliminate corrosion. The materials are more expensive which makes the assemblies cost more.
For non-marine trailer applications, the Titan Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly, # T4489600, and # T4489500, would work just fine. These assemblies are rated for use on up to 6,000 pound axles, so you could use them on 5,200 pound axles.
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Dexter Galphorite Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- LH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Free Backing
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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