Recommendation For Brakes And Drums For WT20GAB Boat Trailer

Published 12/07/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized

(35)

$185.78

etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs

(680)

$121.67

Hydraulic Brake Kit - Uni-Servo - Free Backing - Dacromet - 10" - Left/Right Hand - 3,500 lbs

(363)

$190.71

Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased

(1192)

$92.24

Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased

(1192)

$87.19

Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased

(1192)

$89.04

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649

(2042)

$16.06

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L68149

(2042)

$14.12

Question:

Good morning, I need new complete brakes with drums for my Escort WT20GAB trailer. Please advise me what to buy from your website.

asked by: Krzysztof

Expert Reply:

Based on the information you sent, it looks like your inner bearings are Item # L68149 and outer bearings are Item # L44649 which are common for 3,500 lb trailer axles. I did not see in part descriptions the bolt pattern of your wheels but the most common patterns are 5 on 4-1/2, 5 on 5-1/2, and 6 on 5-1/2. I will make recommendations for all based on these bearings sizes. I have attached an article on "how to measure bolt patterns" in case you need it.

For a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern, I recommend the galvanized Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly, Item # 8-247-50UC3. This assembly is great for both freshwater and marine use. This assembly works with electric and hydraulic brake assemblies and comes with bearings, races, and a grease seal.

For a 5 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern, I recommend the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly, Item # AKHD-555-35-K. This assembly works with electric and hydraulic brake assemblies and comes with bearings, races, grease seal, grease cap, and lug nuts.

For a 6 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern, I recommend the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly, Item # AKHD-655-35-K. This assembly works with electric and hydraulic brake assemblies and comes with bearings, races, grease seal, grease cap, and lug nuts.

For electric brakes, I recommend Electric Trailer Brake Kit Item # AKEBRK-35. For hydraulic brakes, I recommend Hydraulic Brake Kit Item # AKFBBRK-35-D.

If you have a different bolt pattern, different bearings, or have other questions, let me know and I will make correct recommendations.

Links to additional information and videos attached.