Difference Between Demco Hydraulic Brake Line Kits DM5402 & DM5424

Updated 09/24/2021 | Published 09/23/2021

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Demco Hydraulic Brake Line Kit for Single Axle Trailers - Drum Brakes

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$57.89

Demco Hydraulic Brake Line Kit for Single Torsion Axle Trailers - Drum or Disc Brakes

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$95.46

Question:

Hello. I am trying to find an in stock brake line kit. I have one on order but is still out a couple weeks. It was suggested by email from etrailer that this kit may be a good alternative. It says it is for torsion axles. My axle is not torsion but does have tight clearance like a torsion axle. Is the only difference between this kit and a non torsion axle kit the tighter clearance fittings? In other words will this work for me?

asked by: Todd L

Expert Reply:

It looks like you ordered the Demco Hydraulic Brake Line Kit for Single Axle Trailers - Drum Brakes # DM5402; the only difference between this and the Demco Hydraulic Brake Line Kit for Single Torsion Axle Trailers - Drum or Disc Brakes # DM5424 is a minor difference between parts.

The # DM5402 comes with a single 18-7/8" flexible hose which connects the brake line from the actuator to the brake lines that directly go to the trailer brakes.

The # DM5424 comes with two 18-7/8" flexible hoses which connect the 17" and 66" long steel lines to each trailer brake assembly.

So it's just a slightly different way of getting connecting the brake lines to the brakes and yes, the # DM5424 will work for you. I've attached install videos of both parts below if you want to check them out and it shows what the difference would be.