Replacement Brakes Shoes For a Dexter D-70, 7,000lb Trailer Axle on a Sandpiper 5TH Wheel Camper

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I sent a message abt brake shoes needed for sandpiper. I found tags on axle Model D-70 SLR-373 in 7000lbs It has duel axels. Hope thats the right numbers to id them.

asked by: Carol H

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A Dexter D-70 Trailer Axle # 8327834-EB will use the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit # 23-180-181. The Replacement Shoe and Lining Kit # DX28FR contains the replacement brake shoes for one hub.

Often times it is easier to just replace the brake assembly than trying to replace just the brake shoes. This also ensures that you have all new components.

expert reply by: Bud M

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The 023-106-00 brake you have pictured is going to be the Dexter 12 Inch Right Hand #23-106. As it is best to do both sides when replacing brakes, I suggest going with #23-105-106. This replaces both the driver and passenger sides and will be direct…

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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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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 5

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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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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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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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 11

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Replacement Brakes Shoes For a Dexter D-70, 7,000lb Trailer Axle on a Sandpiper 5TH Wheel Camper

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