Everything Needed to Add Electric Brakes to ATV Trailer

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

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

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

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Question:

Hello, Im looking to put electric brakes on a triton 168 atv trailer. It currently has a 4 pin connector. What would I need to fully equip my trailer with brakes?

asked by: David D

Expert Reply:

To add electric brakes to your trailer you will need a hub and drum assembly such as # AKHD-545-35-K if you do not have one. To find out which hub and drum you need, what you can do is you can take apart your current hub assembly and look at the bearings themselves; wipe away the grease and you should be able to see the part number stamped directly on them. If you are unable to find them, you would need to use a digital caliper and measure your spindle to the thousandths of an inch where the bearings ride. You can use the photo I've attached to see exactly where you need to measure.

There are a few other things you will need to know - your axle's weight capacity, the size of your wheels, your mounting flange bolt pattern and the inside diameter and depth of your hub. For example, the Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-35 are 10" in diameter and fit 4-bolt mounting flanges while fitting wheels that are 13" - 15". If you get back to me with this information I would be able to tell you what you'll need in terms of brake assemblies.

You will need to run wiring to the trailer brakes as well, and add a 7-way connector like # H20044 to your trailer. Finally, you'll also need a breakaway kit such as # 20099, as well as a brake controller and wiring for your tow vehicle. I've added a link to a help article on adding electric brakes which should be helpful as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S