Comparing Dexter DX, BrakeRite II, and Hydrastar Electric-Over-Hydraulic Actuators

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What is the difference between Dexter DX series electric over hydraulic actuator, Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator and Dexter BrakeRite II Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator?

asked by: Matthew

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The Dexter DX Series # K71-651 and the Hydrastar Vented Marine # HS381-8067 are more comparable as they both have hardwire installations (just made by different manufacturers) while the Dexter BrakeRite II # T4813102 is more of a "plug-and-play" type installation.

Out of these options I highly recommend the Hydrastar Vented Marine # HS381-8067 though because I've had far less troubleshooting questions about their system. As an extra perk, this Hydrastar model has a vented end plate that does a much better job at dissipating heat than the standard Hydrastar models as well as the Dexter models; so this is more of a high-performance system.

Attached is a review video for you to check out!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Hey Randy, welcome back! The factory brake controller in your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 is supposed to have a Hydraulic setting. It won't say EOH. That's what you'll need to use with the DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit w/ Actuator for Tandem Axle…

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Answer 2

Hey David, thanks for reaching out. The adapter module you mentioned simply installs inline with the actuator. I do have a diagram you should find helpful. I was not able to find anything specific to the Hydrapro adapter, but I do have a diagram…

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The Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w Idler Hubs #A35RS545 are going to be the closest replacement to the Dexter 69-47 torsion axle you have under your 7 x 12 Interstate Trailer. These will place the 6" off the frame and place the axle…

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I did some searching on the Internet and if you wanted to, there is a way to use the integrated brake controller that is in your 2011 Chevy 3500 with an electric over hydraulic system. The first thing you will need to do is connect the 12 volt power…

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Answer 5

They HydraPro EOH Actuator part #DH54FR that you referenced was designed to be powered by the 12 volt accessory circuit of the tow vehicle's 7-way which typically also would get ran to the trailer battery as a charge circuit for it. So as long as…

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To move the leaf springs on your trailer to the top of your drop axle, you can use a Dexter Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 if you have a 3 inch diameter axle or #K71-384-00 if you have a 2-3/8 inch diameter axle. These kits will only work on…

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Thanks for all the numbers and information. Since your trailer uses #LM48548 inner bearing we do not have a replacement hub and drum kit because of the spindle it uses. The #LM48548 bearing is only used on some agricultural hubs. So that leaves a few…

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Answer 8

To remove the caps on the reservoir for the Titan BrakeRite EHB Electric-Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes #T4813102 you will simply turn them counter-clockwise as depicted in the attached picture. Keep in mind that only DOT 3 brake fluid should be…

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Answer 9

It sounds like you pulled the wires out from the back of the 7-way connector, and you are trying to rewire it. It is not very reliable to go by color of the wiring because not all 7-way connectors use the same color code per function. Instead, it is…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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That fluid has to be going somewhere! What you can do is have someone activate the manual override on the brake controller in the vehicle cab while checking for leaks. Make sure the reservoir is full though. If it is not leaking at a line or…

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Answer 12

Hey Marty, If the Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi #K71-651 has power and and you can hear it pushing fluid when the brake controller is activated then you have a leak or the brake pads are so worn…

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