How to Measure Trailer Brake Drum for Electric Trailer Brake Assemblies

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do u measure the brake drum to deturmen the size brake u need-10

asked by: Robert S

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The inside diameter and the depth of the brake drum is what determines the necessary width of the brake pads. For example, the 10 inch x 2-1/4 inch Electric Brake Shoe, part number BP04-090 that you refer to would fit a brake drum with a 10 inch diameter and 2-1/4 inch depth.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Jeffrey M.

6/18/2020

Thank you, your a life saver!

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Answer 1

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 2

Hello Troy, thanks for reaching out. It may be possible to add brakes to your axle, as long as your axle is equipped with a brake flange. It will look like a square plate with four holes at the base of the spindle. If no brake flange is present, then…

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The trailer will have a plate or sticker on it that will list the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that will list the weight capacity. You can…

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Answer 4

The closest brake assemblies we offer to the dimensions you said you have are part #23-105-09 for the left hand, and #23-106-09 for the right. The 4-hole bolt pattern is 3-1/4 inches for the top two holes, 2-1/2 inches for the lower two holes and the…

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Answer 5

I do have a hub and bearing assembly that will allow you to replace the hubs on your mobile home axle however, mobile home axles are intended for a one time single use only, therefore there is a limitation to readily available replacement parts. When…

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Answer 6

There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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Answer 7

Hey Doug, thanks for the information. I searched that part number and wasn't able to find any information on it. The etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes item #AKEBRK-35-SA do fit a 10" diameter x 2-1/4" wide drum and have a 3,500 lbs…

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The TruRyde Spindle Nut #165686 has an outer measurement of 1.45 inches. You will use a 1-1/2 inch socket on this castle nut or we usually use a channel lock for these installations. I've attached a video of an installation of a hub to assist.…

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Answer 9

You can definitely ground your trailer brake assemblies to your trailer frame. This will be just as effective and also will be a much easier install.

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Answer 10

Redline U-Bolt #175211 is made from galvanized steel. The u-bolt is dipped into a hot zinc solution which helps it resist rust and corrosion. All such u-bolts, both round and square, appear on the linked page; all are made of steel with the same…

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Answer 11

It's not uncommon for new trailer leaf springs to measure shorter than the old leaf springs they are replacing. The reason for this is that leaf springs stretch as they age. Therefore, I do think the 26" long leaf spring options we offer…

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The bearing part #L44649 has an inner diameter of 1.063 and is typically used in 3,500 lb axle hubs and the #L44643 has an inner diameter of 1 inch and is typically used on 2,000 lb axle hubs. If you can get me more info on your trailer like axle…

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