Recommended Replacement Breakaway Key for a Dexter Breakaway System
Updated 05/15/2024 | Published 05/13/2024 >
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I have a 2015 NEO trailer equipped with a Dexter Breakaway Brake. The key that fits into the housing mounted near the trailer tongue has come up missing. Two questions: 1. What can I use temporarily to make sure the brakes dont engage while towing, and more importantly, 2. How soon can I get a replacement key? Thanks
asked by: Joel W
Expert Reply:
Hey Joel, to answer your first question I'm not entirely sure what you can do temporarily considering that the key that fits into the Dexter Trailer Breakaway Kit # 34-285 uses a special shape that wouldn't be easily replaceable.
I'd just recommend waiting until you get the Replacement Breakaway Switch with Cable and Pin for Dexter Trailer Breakaway Kit # K71-691 before towing your trailer again.
Also, since the delivery times can change I'd recommend just checking what on the product page for the most accurate info.
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Dexter Trailer Breakaway Kit with Charger and 9 Ah Battery - Top Load
- Trailer Breakaway Kit
- Kit with Charger
- Top Load
- Single-Axle
- Tandem-Axle
- Tester Not Included
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Battery Included
- 9 Ah
- 46 Inch Long
- Dexter
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