When To Use Lockout Key for Dexter Axle Brake Actuators

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Does a lockout have to be in place at all times , even when driving forward? WIll the brakes work even if you have the key in going forward?

asked by: Tom

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In regards to the Replacement Consumer Lockout Key for Dexter Axle Brake Actuators part # DX94FR, this is only to be used when needing to reverse with the trailer as it will stop fluid from progressing through the cylinder applying the brakes on the trailer. It should not be left installed while not in use.

expert reply by: Conner L

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The Fulton Fast-Lok Coupler #F346000301 that you referenced does not come with mounting hardware. My technical contact at Fulton informed me that more likely than not these couplers are welded so sending hardware is not necessary. I will e-mail you…

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First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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You can convert surge brakes to an electric over hydraulic braking system. To do this, you will need an electric over hydraulic actuator and a brake controller. For an electric over hydraulic actuator, I recommend looking at the Carlisle HydraStar…

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The Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler #DM12717 and other tongues like it are meant to be mounted on the outside of the frame. None of our couplers will fit a 3-1/2" frame so it would be better (and more cost-effective) to just lock out your…

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The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Hey Patrick, those dimensions don't appear to be anywhere from what I can find. While I can't give you that info, I can say that as long as the bearings fit, and you have a #11 or #12 spindle, then the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly…

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