Parts Needed to Install Brakes on Trailer with 3,500 lb Axles
Updated 03/27/2023 | Published 03/26/2023
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Question:
ok i am confused, i have no brakes on 3500 lb. trailernever had so need electric brakes with drums. wheels are 5 by 4-1/2..with brake controller for 2020 ford edge ST... thank you
asked by: Michael B
Helpful Expert Reply:
For 3,500 lb axles you will use 10 inch assemblies. My recommendation is the Electric Trailer Brake Kit - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # AKEBRK-35-SA for each axle. These assemblies will work well for your axles and are self adjusting. Then for hub/drum I recommend using the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3.5K E-Z Lube Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K.
Then to install a brake controller like the P2 part # 90885 you would need to have a 4-way # C89FR installed if you don't have one and then use the # ETBC7 to convert it to a 7-way. This kit also comes with everything needed to wire up a brake controller as well.
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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