Do Trailer Brake Assemblies Have to be Replaced in Pairs

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Can you replace just one drum assembly or do I need to replace both?

asked by: John

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Typically it's best to replace both brake assemblies at the same time since if one is worn out the other probably is but if for some reason one got damaged and the other was still in good shape you could replace them individually.

For example for the # AKEBRK-7-SA that you referenced we have the left side with part # AKEBRK-7L-SA and for the right side part # AKEBRK-7R-SA.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I'm glad you asked. Our etrailer brand brakes are holding up very well. We actually have an agreement with the same company who manufacture's Lippert's OEM brake assemblies, so our brakes are exactly the same as the brakes that come on…

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Answer 2

The higher cost of Dexter electric brakes like the Nev-R-Adjust #23-459 definitely has a lot to do with their name. The name is so recognizable in the industry because they have been around for a very long time, their parts are extremely reliable,…

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Answer 3

If you already have brake drums you will not have to replace them unless they are damaged or became overheated and have discoloration on the inside armature surface where the magnet rides, grooves in the armature surface, or severe wear where the…

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Answer 4

On many drum brakes there are wear indicators at the pad material on the shoes. If the pad material is riveted on and you have reached the rivets then it is time to replace them. If you have the brakes adjusted out all the way and the braking is…

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Answer 5

A brake magnet such as the one on the Hayes/AL-KO #185100 that you referenced or the brake magnet depicted in your photo does not visually look “worn out” and they do not have hole type wear indicators. If the inner coil of the magnet is exposed then…

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Answer 6

There is not a replacement hitch pin for the old Reese Outfitter bike rack, and the hitch pin you mentioned won't work with the rack, so if you are missing yours, or the hitch pin is damaged to the point that you can't use it with the…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 10

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 11

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 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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