What is the Difference Between the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit 6K and 7K

Updated 03/21/2018 | Published 03/20/2018

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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 7K

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$420.11

Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 6K

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$257.41

Question:

I have tandem 6k Dexter axles that uses nev-r-lube 8 on 6 1/2 9/16 bolts. Am I better off ordering the never adjust break assembly for 7k for better breaking capacity rather than 6k? If your drums look good is there any reason to replace or have the drums turned with never lube axle when changing to never adj beaking kits

asked by: Samuel A

Expert Reply:

The Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-464-465 rated for 7,000 lb axles will work with your Dexter 6,000 lb axles but the braking aggression would not be ideal and I do recommend sticking with the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-458-459 rated for 6,000 lb axles.

In regards to replacing the braking assemblies, there are two components that tend to wear out faster than the others on drum brakes and that is the shoes and magnets. The magnets will not be as obvious when they are going bad but the shoes will. When the depth of the pad on the shoe reaches below 5/32" then you should consider replacement.

expert reply by: Conner L