Replacement Brake Set and Tire/Wheel Combo Recommendation for a 2013 Dutchmen 261BHS

Published 08/02/2023

Products Featured in This Question

etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K

(3195)

$183.57

Westlake ST225/75R15 Trailer Tire with Glossy Black Liger Aluminum Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2

(90)

$305.94

Question:

2013 Dutchmen 261BHS with 6 lug 15x6JJ load D wheels Hi Jon, I appreciate all your help. I opened the wheel to determine the drum width and its a 12 inch. Originally I thought it was 10 inch but after measuring it ... it is 12 inch. The label on the side of the RV says 4400 lb per axel. I was wondering which electric brake shoe kit to purchase. It only needs brake shoes and not sure which ones to order so I took a picture and attached it. Anything you can do to get the right electric brake shoe kit. I realized the drums are fine since it was me that over -greased the hub which in turn caused the brakes to fail. I just need double axel Left and right shoes. I will degrease the hubs, clean up the bearings, repack with grease and put in the 4 wheels of brake shoes. All I need is the correct brake shoes at this time and new tires. I will need to purchase 4 new Radial Tires - 15x6JJ load D or better. Please note I hate to change tires on a trailer on a highway so the best radial is preferred. Is it a problem to go to Load E..... just hoping for better radials.

asked by: Randall T

Expert Reply:

Since your trailer has 12" brakes with a 6-bolt mounting pattern you'll actually need brakes for a 5.2K axle:

- Electric Trailer Brake Kit - Self-Adjusting # AKEBRK-7-SA

The for a tire and wheel combo I highly recommend the following:

- Westlake ST225/75R15 Radial Tire w 15" Liger Aluminum Wheel # LH36FR

This tire and wheel set not only looks sleek but it performs very well and is backed by complimentary roadside assistance for 2 years as well as a 5-Year warranty on the tire and a 1-Year warranty on the wheel so you can be confident you're getting a great product.

expert reply by: Jon G