How to Convert From Drum to Disc Brakes on Keystone Travel Trailer
Updated 01/22/2024 | Published 01/21/2024
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Question:
Hi, I have a 2020 keystone cougar 27sab travel trailer and would like to convert to disk brakes. What would I need?
asked by: Timothy M
Expert Reply:
Okay, so there's a number of things you'll need to convert your Keystone travel trailer from drum to disc brakes, and I'll detail how to determine that. You'll need a hub and rotor disc brake kit, though we don't have a way of knowing specifically what hub you have. This means you will need to take apart your current hub assembly and look at the bearings themselves; wipe away the grease and you should be able to see the part number stamped directly on them.
If you are unable to find them, you need to use a digital caliper and measure your spindle where the bearings ride, like in the diagram I added below.
Your axle capacity will also be helpful; for example, if you have 3,500 lb axles with inner bearing L68149 (1.378" inner diameter) and outer bearing L44649 (1.063" inner diameter) you could use the Dexter Disc Brake Assembly - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Dacromet - 3,500 lbs # T10HREKITBB.
Along with the disc brake kit you'd also need a disc brake actuator and disc brake lines like # 20TA-BLKIT.
I have added a link below to our entire selection of disc brake kits, brake lines, and actuators for you as well.
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Dexter Premier Disc Brake Kit - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Dacromet - 3,500 lbs
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- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
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- 3500 lbs Axle
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