Recommended Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Drum Brakes

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Can I use this actuator on a trailer with drum brakes?

asked by: Jonathon

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You can not, jonathon. The Dexter DX7.5L A-60XL Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX43FR is designed to be used only with hydraulic disc brakes, so for drum brakes you'd need to use the Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator # 099-175-00.

This actuator has the same 7.5K weight capacity, will work with 2" hitch balls, and is made in the USA.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

Good question, and there is just one difference between the Dexter disc brake actuators you asked about, which is the overall length: - 17-1/2" Overall length: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator #DX63FR - 19" Overall length: Dexter DX7.5L…

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Answer 2

To replace the master cylinder on the Dexter DX7.5L A-60XL Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout #DX43FR you need the following: - Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Dexter Brake Actuators #DX44FR

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Answer 3

Your trailer must have free backing brakes if you have never used the surge brake actuating coupler reverse lockout. If you did not have free backing brakes, your brakes would most likely brake even if they didn't lock up when you back up because…

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Answer 4

Yes, the center cap of the Aluminum Hi-Spec Series 06 Trailer Wheel #A16RGGMML that you referenced is compatible with the dimensions of Bearing Buddies.

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 12

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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