Do Hub/Drum Assemblies Come Package Together With Brake Assemblies

Published 01/22/2023

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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - 7" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 2,000 lbs

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Question:

does this kit come with drums, if not where can I find the drums. My scam 13foot has no brake assemblies installed. So, I need the full brake kit.

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

The Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 7" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies # AKEBRK-2 is just the braking assemblies and will require you to purchase hub/drums separately. For this I recommend the Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 2K Axles # AKHD-545-2-EZ-2K.

This hub and drum assembly fits a 5 on 4-1/2 wheel bolt pattern so you may end up needing new wheels as well if your old idler hubs were just a 4 on 4 bolt pattern. If this is the case then let me know what tire size you currently have and I'll find something close in size so you don't have to worry about any clearance issues. This hub and drum assembly is pre-greased so you'll be able to quickly install it without having to pack your bearings, which can be quite a mess.

Since you said you don't have brakes already you'll also need some # 10-1-1 to run from the junction box to the brake assemblies. One wire on the assemblies will need to go to the blue wire you're running for the brake controller and the other can just be grounded to the frame. I recommend using heat shrink butt connectors # DW05745-10 to protect you electrical connections.

If you don't already have a 7-way connector on your trailer you'll need to install one in order to transfer your brake signals back to the brake assemblies. For this I recommend the # HS381-9000 which is also going to come with a junction box so that you can neatly organize your trailer's wiring and make installing the brake assemblies, and anything else, much easier.

If you have any other questions or need any other help let me know.