Comparing Dexter Hub and Drum Assemblies 8-285-11 and 8-393-4UC3
Updated 09/08/2021 | Published 09/07/2021
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is the only difference breaking power as the drum is narrower? seen the 393 has a 5/8 stud as the 285 has 9/16. uses the same bearings and seals. heaviest I haul is 15,000 and i have no breaks now.
asked by: Brian
Helpful Expert Reply:
You will experience some reduced braking power when using the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # 8-393-4UC3 with 12-1/4 x 2-1/2" brake assemblies compared to the # 8-285-11 with 12-1/4" x 3-3/8" brake assemblies.
Between the two I recommend going with the # 8-285-11 along with bearings # 25580 and # 02475, grease seals # RG06-070, lug nuts # 6-53, and grease caps # rg04-120. For brakes I recommend the self adjusting braking assemblies # 23-434-435. Since you mentioned your axle does not current have brakes you will need to make sure your axle has a brake mounting flange behind the idler hub or a local axle shop will need to install one for you.
You will also need mounting hardware # BRKH122508 and dust shields # D036-115-20.
Your trailer should already have a 7-way connector since it is capable of towing 15000lbs so you will just need to run # 10-1-1 from the brake output wire on the 7-way to each brake assembly with heat shrink butt connectors # DW05745-5.
Lastly with electric trailer brakes installed you will need to make sure your tow vehicle has a functional 7-way connector and trailer brake controller. If you do not just let me know the Year/Make/Model of your tow vehicle and I would be happy to make a recommendation for you.
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum for 8,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12-1/4" Diameter - 8 on 6-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Drum
- EZ Lube
- 25580 / 02475
- Standard Grade
- For 8000 lbs Axles
- 9/16 Inch Stud
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
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