Switching from Surge Brake Actuator to Electric Over Hydraulic on Shorelandr Boat Trailer

Updated 05/02/2023 | Published 04/30/2023

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Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness - 1,600 psi

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Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Silver - 2-5/16" Ball - 3" Channel - Bolt On - 18K

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Question:

I have a shorelander boat trailer with dual disc surge breaks. Would like to go to electric over hydraulic also would like to unbolt my surge coupler and go to a standard none surge coupler. 2 5/16 ball. What would I need to make this work.

asked by: Zach Z

Expert Reply:

In order to convert from a surge brake actuator to an electric over hydraulic actuator you'd need the actuator itself, a breakaway system, and wiring. I recommend the Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Kit part # HS381-9067 which comes with all these items in a nice and convenient kit.

In regards to switching out the surge brake actuator, you have many options for this but it will depend on your tongue style, the most common is a straight tongue and in which case I recommend the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler part # DM13203-52 as a basic bolt-on replacement.

expert reply by: Conner L