Replacement Coupler for Trailer Switching from Surge to Electric Brakes

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Good afternoon I have another question for you guys and always appreciate the help. I have a pop up camper that I retrofitted from Surge brakes to Electric. With your help you guys supplied me with the proper parts to retrofit both of my axles and I did my wiring. Came out great. The one thing I ordered wrong was the trailer tongue coupler. The trailer was set up for a two inch ball. I ordered a CT-3002 but the channel was too narrow. I believe I needed to order the CT-5003-z My original had the surge brake master in it. But it is a 3 inch channel inside. The frame rails are about 3.5inch spacing. That original tongue is rated for 5000 and so is this one with a 2inch ball. Should I be checking any different measurements before ordering this one. Also can I return the one I just bought? Thanks again

asked by: Jonathan P

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The Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # CT-5003-Z has a 3" wide channel designed to fit a 3" wide tongue. If you're saying it is 3-1/2" wide this wouldn't fit either. To save yourself some money I would just drill into the old coupler and run bolts through it to permanently lock it out. This is a common solution when making this conversion, I apologize for not throwing that into my original answer. You can return it, and I linked the full policy down below under "Featured Help Information." To call customer service just use the number listed at the top of any etrailer.com page.

Within 60 days of receipt of your shipment, you may return any new, unused item for a full product refund. No questions. Actual shipping and handling charges will be deducted from the product credit unless the return is a result of our error. Simply contact our Customer Service team for a return authorization number. They will give you instructions on packaging your return and the best address to send your package for quick processing of your shipment. Items covered by our risk free guarantee never have a restocking fee unless the complete item is not returned or it has been used.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Jon

5/3/2024

Robin, Thank you again for all the help. You guys are awesome.

Answer 1

Hey Rick! I would expect to weld the Dexter DX7.5L A-60L #DX53FR (drum) or #DX43FR (disc) to the top of the trailer tongue. You might need some extra material to get it to attach properly. If it will fit inside of the tongue as is, or if you want to…

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Answer 2

We can get you what you need unfortunately you will need to take some of the measurements to make sure you get the correct bearings and seals for your trailer. Trailer manufacturers use many different sizes when they build their systems and without…

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Answer 3

For a brake actuator that will fit your 3-1/2" tongue you will need a weld-on model. None of the bolt-on will fit a 3-1/2" tongue as you said. I recommend the Dexter DX7.5L A-60XL #DX43FR if you have disc brakes or the Dexter DX7.5L A-60…

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Answer 4

The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Answer 5

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 6

There sure is! You'll be needing the Lockout Key #DX94FR for your Brake Actuator #T4606520. Do you use the key much? Or are you using the electric solenoid?

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Answer 7

Hey Mike. The Deutsche Hydrapro Alpha G-1600 item #DH94FR and the DeeMaxx Alpha G1600 item #DE47SR have different fittings on them. The DeeMaxx actuator item #DE47SR has a brass fitting/valve that connects to the main brake line, whereas the Hydrapro…

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