When Would a Trailer Break Away Kit Be Required By Law

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when are break away kits required? like how many pounds for what size trailer? or when is a break away kit required?

asked by: Amy

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Many states in the U.S. and provinces in Canada require break away kit. In order to determine the specifics for where you live and where you plan to travel, you can check with the state and federal departments of transportation for the area. Specific weights or trailer types may change from state to state, so it is important to check for every state in which you plan to be towing.

A break away kit is just a good idea in general, whether it is required or not. It is a fairly simple system. If the trailer becomes detached from the towing vehicle, a pin is pulled out of the system. This allows a circuit to be completed and the battery mounted on the trailer (included with kit, # 50-85-315), applies the electric brakes on the trailer allowing it to stop more safely. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation for you to view.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Hey John, we do have an amber version with the part #MCL131AC210B.

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The first thing you will need to do in order to add brakes to your 2020 Karavan utility trailer is make sure you have a brake mounting flange. If you don't, you will need to take it to an axle shop and have a mounting flange installed. This will…

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I would certainly recommend the 1/2-inch wire loom #459075-1. It will hold two jacketed 2 wire 10-gauge wire and three jacketed 2 wire 12-gauge wire. See pictures to the right. In addition, I was able to fit comfortably eleven individual 16-gauge…

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We do carry a number of options for clearance lights that have a clear lens and red LEDs, but the red equivalent of the Thinline LED Mini Clearance and Side Marker Light - Clear Lens - Amber #AL91CAB has a red lens as opposed to a clear lens; it is…

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In regards to the Mini LED Identification Light Kit for Trailers part #OPT29FR, you will need to remove the grommet from the light and then push the light through the hole. Then, you can reinstall the grommet securing the light inside the hole.

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The Curt Rebellion XD Shock Absorbing Adjustable Ball Mount w/ 2" and 2-5/16" Balls #C83WR is 8" from the bottom of the receiver shank to the bottom of the adjustable mount.

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It is possible to loosen up how tight your Self-Adjusting Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-35-SA but it is a little difficult to do, mainly due to lack or room for working. You can potentially remove your hub to make loosening the brake a bit…

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I definitely understand how safety chain capacities and determining exactly what chain rating you need for your trailer can be a bit confusing. To keep it as simple as possible, safety chain requirements state that the breaking strength of EACH…

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Hello Ben, thanks for reaching out. I went out to our warehouse and measured the Optronics LED Trailer Marker Light #OPT37KB. The mounting holes are 2" apart on center. The same is true for the red version part #OPT77KB. Reply below with any…

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No, but your local and state laws may require one. You will need to check anywhere you will be towing the trailer to determine if a breakaway system is required by law. They are also just a good idea in general because they will stop a run away…

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I do have an option for you but we don't carry any braking assemblies that are 10" diameter x 1-3/4" wide. These are an oddball size and would be best replaced with something more modern so you can access replacement parts if needed.…

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The 10" x 1-1/2" braking assemblies part #K23-472-473-00 will use the same four bolt brake mounting flange as the 10" x 1-3/4" braking assemblies you have but the hub/drum that goes with these uses a LM67048 inner bearing and…

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