Hydraulic Surge Conversion To Electric on Trailer with 3,500 lb Axles
Updated 07/10/2020 | Published 07/09/2020
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I have a double axel hydraulic surge drum brake system on a 12x6 utility trailer. The Atwood 61101 actuator needs replaced. The hydraulic cylanders look shot on all 4 10 drums and unsure about pressure for lines. Would it be better/Cheaper to switch to electric breaks for only the rear. Hauling utv. I already have break controller on truck. The bearing size is L44649. Looking for suggested parts for either option.
asked by: Drew W
Helpful Expert Reply:
Converting to electric brakes would be pretty easy as it would be just a matter of replacing the brake assemblies with electric ones and running some 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 to the assemblies.
The easiest assembly set would be the part # AKEBRK-35-SA which are self adjusting. These will work great with your current drums as well.
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