Do you Recommend a Weld on or Bolt On Surge Brake Actuator

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Hello, I am looking for a replacement brake actuator coupling for my boat trailer. I have a tandem axle trailer with drum brakes on only 1 axle. The brakes are now, but I am having issues with my actuator and the current one looks to be similar to the attached but is welded on. I am looking for a replacement actuator to replace it. I am not sure what would be best, a weld on only actuator or a bolt on one. Or us a bolt on one and also weld it. Please let me know what would be best. Thank you.

asked by: Clint B

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I prefer the bolt on actuators. The reason is that just like the position you're in to replace it you have to cut it off. With a bolt on you just take it off and put a new one on. The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator part # DX27FR is rated for up to 7,500 lbs. so it will be more than strong enough to handle your boat when installed per the instructions.

Don't forget to bleed the brakes when you've completed your install to get the best possible performance.

expert reply by: Randy B

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Answer 1

Since we don't know for sure what you axle is I do recommend first contacting Dexter and to try and confirm exactly what kind of axle you have. If you haven't really looked at them I do recommend getting under the trailer and trying to find a…

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Answer 2

I do have an option for you Trevor but there is not a custom fit 7-Way harness available for the 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. You will need to convert Tekonsha 4-Pole flat trailer connector part #118467 to a 7-way connector with part #ETBC7. The…

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Answer 3

You will still be able to use the trailer with the 4-Way after installing the 4 to 5-Way adapter, #20036. First, you could just remove the adapter if you wanted to and then plug in the 4-Way like normal while stowing the adapter in the truck. The…

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Answer 4

Yes, you can replace a weld-on surge brake actuator with a bolt-on surge brake actuator and you can weld a bolt-on surge brake actuator to the trailer. If you are handy with a welder and have one available then I prefer this method over the other as…

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Answer 5

A trailer actuator-coupler with an electric reverse lockout feature, such as Titan #T4750820, allows you to reverse your trailer without having to get out of the vehicle to first engage a manual lockout lever. The internal solenoid in the actuator…

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Answer 6

The only real difference between using an integrated hub/rotor combo and a separate hub and rotor combo is that if something happens to the rotor and or hub on the separate hub/rotor, you can just replace the damaged component and not the entire…

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Answer 7

For a replacement I recommend the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator #DX27FR. The swing-away actuators like your old A60 have been discontinued, along with replacement parts, so this is the best solution. This features a 7,500 lb trailer capacity,…

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Answer 8

Hey Howard! Yes, I think the Replacement Inner Member for Dexter DX7.5L Brake Actuator #DX97FR will replace what you have. It has the same body, just a different coupler on the end, so it will line up in the old housing. If you want to save some…

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Answer 9

Hey Chuck, thanks for all of the dimensions you mentioned from your current springs. Based on that the best replacement option we have would be the part #e89SR which is for a 3,700 lb axle, is 1-3/4 inches wide, and overall is 30 inches. Your hanger…

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Answer 10

Hey Tom, thanks for reaching out. I see you alrady got an order placed, but I wanted to make sure your question was answered. Yes, the Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar #RM-676 does come with everything you see pictured. You get the tow bar…

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Answer 11

We actually have the Brake Buddy 32220 reverse solenoid available with the Titan Solenoid Valve Replacement Kit #TK71-755-00. The solenoid itself would be an exact replacement and it features the two mounting holes at the bottom like you described…

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Answer 12

Hey David, there's a small difference between the two actuators you mentioned and it seems actually pretty silly. But the #DX59FR doesn't come with a cap whereas the #DX83FR does come with a cap for the master cylinder. Aside from that they…

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