Can The Surge Drum Brakes On a Boat Trailer Be Converted To Electric Over Hydraulic Disc Brakes?
Published 08/29/2023
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Question:
I would like to convert my boat trailer from surge drum brakes to electric disc brakes. Is this possible?
asked by: Ted H
Helpful Expert Reply:
You may be able to convert your boat trailer from surge drum brakes to electric over hydraulic disc brakes. To verify this is possible I will need to know exactly what axles, hubs and surge coupler you have. This may require removing your current hubs to measure the spindles as well to ensure a disc brake kit like the Deemax # DE46YR will fit your spindle. If you can send me all the information above I can verify the best kit for your trailer.
You will need to replace your surge coupler with a standard Coupler # DM15000-52 and install a Hydrastar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes # HS481-8067. This particular coupler will bolt to a 3" wide trailer tongue and the actuator kit includes all the electrical components you will need.
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DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Maxx Coat/Stainless - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Marine Grade
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Hub and Rotor
- 1/2 Inch Studs
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
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