Availability of Dexter 3,500 lb Axle Brake Kit for Trailer that is Self Adjusting

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I need to replace 1.75 brakes on my trailer and in another post you recommended the 23-26-27 brakes. I would like a self adjusting version, is there such an item? Thanks

asked by: Renato C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Dexter does have a version of the # 23-26-27 that you referenced that is self adjusting with the part # 23-468-469 which is a 10 inch by 2-1/4 inch set for 3,500 lb axles.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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If you have grease coming out the rear seal, you have a bad seal or the incorrect size seal size. The EZ lube spindles will allow you to see grease out the front with the rear seal intact if your seals are working properly as you stated. I've…

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Based on the brake mounting flange dimensions you have you can easily install brake assemblies like the #AKEBRK-35-SA which will bolt right up. The trick though is going to be picking out the correct hub/drums for your spindles so that we can then…

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Alcom trailers come in all kinds of sizes and configurations and so you will need to choose the correct brake and hub assemblies for your particular trailer. For example, one style of Alcom tandem axle trailers have 3,500-lb axles with 10 inch…

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The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit #23-26-27 is the correct kit for your Dexter 3,500lb torsion axle studs. This includes both the left and right hand side brakes for one axle. It does not include a hub. I do recommend looking at the Dexter…

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Since you are setting up an overland trailer, I recommend going with one of Timbren's Heavy Duty Systems like the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension item #TASR1THDS04. This system has a 4" lift, a 4 bolt brake flange, and has a 2,200 lbs…

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We have direct replacements for the two brake assembly part numbers you listed. You would want part #AKEBRK-35R and #AKEBRK-35L. Or, for never adjust assemblies the part #AKEBRK-35L-SA and #AKEBRK-35R-SA would work as well. Most likely you have a…

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I have a few options for you to help with identifying the bearings on your trailer. The first and easiest method would be to crawl under the trailer and look for the axle tag on the beam. This should give an axle capacity which we can then use to…

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Hey Brian, yes the grease seal of the Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles #AKHD-545-35-EZ-K is designed to prevent grease from getting on the brake components. But what I would guess happened to you is that you overfilled the hub…

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First thing we need to do is verify for sure what axles/spindles your trailer has so that we can pick out the correct hub/drums that will fit them and then go from there to pick out the rest of the brake parts needed. I attached a couple help article…

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Answer 10

The one piece of info I need from that pic is partially blocked by the bent plate. What is the full capacity number listed? With that I can see what we have that you'd need.

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Yes, since the hub you currently have has 8-247 stamped on it the Trailer Hub part #8-247-50UC3-EZ that you referenced would be the correct hub for you to use.

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Hey Eric! Are you wanting to change from disc brakes to electric hub and drums, or are you just wanting to replace the rotors themselves? Traditionally 10" brakes are only compatible with up to 15" wheels but if yours have been working just…

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