Recommended Actuator and Wiring for Boat Trailer Upgrade From Surge Brakes
Updated 08/23/2017 | Published 08/22/2017
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I currently have a boat trailer with surge brakes. Im curious about electric over hydraulic but not sure what I need. Do I just need to install an actuator?
asked by: Brian S
Expert Reply:
To add EOH to a surge brake trailer, you will need to add the electric components to make the actuator function. You can get the etrailer 7-Way Molded Trailer Plug with Junction Box # E99011 and then wire your actuator into that junction box. You will be able to simply connect to your current hydraulic brake lines.
For your actuator, I recommend the HydraStar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi # HS381-8067 or the HydraStar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Drum Brakes - 1,200 psi # HS381-8066.
If you want an entire kit with breakaway battery, you can use # HS381-9067 for drum brakes or # HS381-9066 for drum brakes.
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