Replacing the Brakes on a 1966 Airstream Travel Trailer
Published 01/24/2018
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Question:
Hi, Will these brakes fit a 66 Airstream? I cannot find any info on the bolt centers or axle hole diameter. The current brakes are the original Kelsy-Hayes. Thank you.
asked by: Alistair
Expert Reply:
The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-112-113 is designed for 6,000 lb axles that use a 5 bolt brake mounting flange. They are compatible with 14.5" to 16" diameter wheels. As long as your trailer has these requirements then the brakes will work well for you. Unfortunately, we do not have information as to what braking assemblies your 1966 Airstream trailer came with therefore you will need to go out to your trailer and physically count the bolt holes on the brake flange and measure the axles/wheel diameter.
When replacing the brakes on a trailer you will always want to use new hardware. If you need new hardware you can use part # 7-5 for the bolts and part # 38LW for the washers.
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes - Parking Brake Ready - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 6K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Manual Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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