Does the Dexter 10" Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit Require Initial Adjusting

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I just purchase 2 sets of Dexter self adjusting Trailer brakes from you guys. 023-469-00 and 023-468-00. Do I really need to do the self adjusting star wheel in the back since when I step on the brakes they will advance one click until they are where they should be? With that small piece of metal on the star wheel it does not adjust too easy. Again, do I really need to even do it? A few stops hitting the parking break should do it. Thoughts? Thanks

asked by: Chris B

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The Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # 23-468-469 doesn't require an initial adjustment as is the case with most self-adjusting braking assemblies but it's recommended to get the best performance possible per the manufacturer. The adjustment procedure is done by turning the star wheel on the back of the braking assembly through the access port until there is a slight drag on the hubs.

expert reply by: Conner L

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I currently have four different self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes. You can choose from the following: -Terran Axle Electric Trailer Brakes #TX97ZJ (3,500 Axles) -etrailer Electric Trailer…

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Answer 2

There is not a "set in stone" torque spec for the brake flange bolts on the 10" backing plates like the Dexter #23-26 and #23-27. When we install these here at our shop in Missouri, we will go for 45-50 ft lbs.

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Answer 3

The problem with cheap testers like the Tekonsha #6562 and similar testers is they can be hit and miss when it comes to working with different brake controllers. You really need a tester like the Hopkins #HM50918 for properly testing a brake…

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Hey Wes, yes the Terran hub/drum part #TX68VJ that you referenced will replace the Dexter drums you mentioned as based on that you have a 3,500 lb axle like what this kit is designed to fit. Do you need brake assemblies as well?

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Because the face of the magnet rides against the armature (inside) surface of the brake drum, any grooves that had previously been worn into the armature surface will cause the magnet to wear unevenly. For optimal braking performance, you want…

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Hi Jeff, welcome back! Is that the 126003? I don't see a 1260031 but the Lippert 126003 is a 3,500 lb hub with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. Assuming that is correct, the Terran Axle Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #TX68VJ will work as a replacement.…

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I have a set of Dexter electric brakes that will fit your trailer with parking brakes #K23-086-087-00, however they are rated for 3,500 lbs. This is a right and left side kit. Deciding on this kit will be determined how much you tow on your trailer.…

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I spoke with my contact at Dexter and the 10" Electric Trailer Brake Assembly, #23-26, can replace a hub which uses part K71-047-00 is for manual adjust shoes. In order to replace manual adjust shoes with the self-aligning, you would instead…

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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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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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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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