Recommended Replacement 10" Disc Brake Kit for a Coyote Trailer for Saltwater Application

Question:

I am looking to change out my coyote trailer’s existing knott autoflex surge disk brakes with something that will hold up better in saltwater. Would these calipers/ hubs be a good upgrade and would they work with my current surge brake actuator? Is there a better option available? I have had nothing but trouble with knott calipers sticking and overheating bearings/ lip seals and after renewing all 4 with the OEM and still having issues I would like to try something else. Trailer is dual axel, 10” rotors with 5 over 4 1/2 lugs

asked by: Sam L

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Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out, Sam!

The Kodiak Disc Brakes # KOD59FR with the Dacromet/KodaGuard are definitely a solid choice, but the hub-rotors and brackets only have a 300- to 400-hour salt spray rating and the calipers have a 500- to 600-hour salt spray rating.

At the very least I recommend using the DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit # DE66YR because everything has the Maxx Coating that has over 1,000 hours salt spray rating. If you want the best of the best then the part # DE46YR is the same kit but with stainless steel calipers that are rustproof.

Kodiak is a great brand and they make great products, but I can't not recommend the DeeMaxx over them simply because the coating is better. Any of the brake kits mentioned above will work seamlessly with your current brake setup.

expert reply by: Jon G