Can Dexter Axle Disc Brake Actuator Be Used for Single and Tandem Axle Trailers
Updated 02/05/2024 | Published 02/03/2024
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Wanting to convert from drum brakes to disk. Only have single axle brake right now. Want to buy tandem brake actuator in case i want to upgrade to more brakes later. Is there a problem with running a tandem brake actuator on a single axle.
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
Trailer brake actuators like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR you're looking at are rated more for the brake type and not necessarily a specific amount of axles since it has to do with the amount of pressure the actuator pushes into the brake lines.
If the 4-bole mounting pattern and the 7,500 lb weight rating matches your trailer application then this is a great option for you! Otherwise let me know what you currently have and I'll be more than happy to recommend some parts for you.
It's also worth noting that some actuators just need a different master cylinder to have the correct amount of pressure from drum brakes to disc brakes. Let me know what actuator you have and I can see if we carry a part that allows you to make this conversion.
It sounds like you have a tandem axle trailer with 1 set of brakes, and if we're matching the actuator weight rating then you likely have 3,500 lb axles so the disc brake kit I recommend going with is the DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Maxx Coating - 3,500 lbs # DE66YR.
Let me know if what you have is different and I'd be happy to make different recommendations!
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Surge Brake Actuator - Disc - Elec Lockout - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K - 3" x 5"
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Farm Trailer
- Boat Trailer
- Construction Trailer
- Travel Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Bolt-On
- 7500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- 3 Inch Channel Tongue
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Lockout
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Video: Review of Demco Manual Lock Out Kit Model DA75 - DM93CV
- Shop: Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum - Zinc - 2" Ball - 7,000 lbs
- Shop: Manual Lock Out Kit for Demco DA75 Trailer Brake Actuators
- Shop: Dexter Brake Actuator with Manual Lockout - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - 7,500 lbs
- Shop: Demco DA75 Trailer Brake Actuator for Drum Brakes - Zinc Plated - 2" Ball - 7,500 lbs
- Video: All About the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator-DM72VR
- Search Results: breakaway kit
- Search Results: bargman breakaway cable
- Search Results: ufp a 60 brake actuator
- Search Results: trailer break away cable
- Shop: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7,500 lbs
- Shop: Titan Zinc-Plated, Leverlock Brake Actuator - Disc - Adjustable Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs
- Shop: Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w/ Drop - Drum - Zinc - 2-5/16" Ball - 12,500 lbs
- Video: Review of Dexter Axle Emergency Break Away Cable Repair Kit - DX64XR
- Q&A: Can Brake Actuator Be Used For Single AND Tandem Axle Brakes On Trailer?
- Video: In-Depth Review of the Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles
- Q&A: Replacement Hubs For Loadmaster Trailer With Tandem Axles
- Video: Remove and Reinstall a Trailer Hub Review
- Q&A: Method for removing and Installing Tang-Style Spindles Washers
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: Replacement for Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
on Brake Actuator
