How To Add More Stopping Power to EZ Loader Trailer with Drum Brakes on One Axle
Updated 03/13/2023 | Published 03/12/2023
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I have an EZ loader trailer K2500 rated to carry 7000lbs with and a GVWR of 9480 lbs. Its a tandem axle with Uin-Servo 10 drum brakes on one axle. I upgraded the surge brake with a reverse lockout solenoid, although maybe not needed with the Uni-Servo design. What is available to upgrade to stronger braking? Im okay with drums, but would like a flush-out option. Do you recommend adding brakes to the other axle? Thjanks!
asked by: Colby G
Helpful Expert Reply:
Yes, your best and most cost effective option for increasing the braking on your trailer would simply be to add brakes to the other axle. You really can't go with a larger size without replacing the axle and switching to disc won't increase stopping dramatically considering how much it will cost. Therefore, I recommend a second set of drum brakes and it sounds like you would need the Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit part # AKFBBRK-35-D and Easy Grease Trailer Hub/Drum Assembly part # AKHD-545-35-G-EZ-K. These are for a 3,500 lb axle so you'll need to be sure this is what you have which I think to be the case but if not just let me know.
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Hydraulic Brake Kit - Uni-Servo - Free Backing - Dacromet - 10" - Left/Right Hand - 3,500 lbs
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- Free Backing
- Manual Adjust
- Single Servo
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
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