bing tracking image
Q & A Icon

Parts Needed to Add Electric Brakes to a Magic Tilt TALS 2244 Trailer  

Question:

I have surge drum brakes on my current boat trailer. I wish to convert it to electric brakes because I hate surge brakes, have to buy a new surge hitch and fix the drum brakes. Please advise on the products that I would need based on the following information: My truck already has brake controller. Trailer is a Magic Tilt, model TALS 2244, 5 on 4 1/2 wheels, tire size ST175/80D13 C , and I have the VIN number of the trailer also. Just let me know

0

Expert Reply:

Hey Jeff, thanks for reaching out!

From the information you gave me, I'm pretty sure you have 3.5K axles on your trailer so you'll need the following:

- etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting # AKEBRK-35-SA (1 set per axle)
- Galvanized Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # AKHD-545-35-G-K (2 per axle)
- Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit # ET7WK
- Breakaway Battery Kit # 3802346
- 10 Gauge Wire # 10-1-1 (to run from the coupler and connect the brake assemblies together)
- Heat Shrink Butt Connectors # DW05745-10

Attached is an article showing how these parts are used in the setup as well for you to check out.

expert reply by:
0
Jon G
Jeff W. profile picture

Jeff W.

8/20/2024

Thank you for your help

Jeff profile picture

Jeff

8/20/2024

Jon, One question, if I already have drum brakes on the axle will I need to buy the trailer hub and drum assembly? Thank you

JonG profile picture
Etrailer Expert

Jon G.

8/20/2024

@Jeff If your hub drums are still in good working order then you can definitely reuse them.

Products Referenced in This Question





Product Page this Question was Asked From


Q & A Icon

Continue Researching

See More Q&A Expert Answers >>