Why Is My Trailer Making a Banging Noise When Braking Or Pulling Away

Updated 08/22/2024 | Published 08/18/2024

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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K

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Replacement Shock Absorber Spring Kit for Dexter Brake Actuators

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Question:

I have a 2007 Eezeload trailer with a Dexter single axle and a model A75 UFP surge brake actuator . My trailer bangs when I take off or brake . It was low on fluid I filled it and I don’t think there is air in the lines or the disc calipers . Calipers are shiny so brakes must be coming on . There is about a half inch of nothing when I slide the hitch back and forth watching the slot on the side ! Any idea what I need to fix this ? Thanks Len

asked by: Len L

Expert Reply:

Len, the banging that you're describing is absolutely a common symptom of a bad shock component, so all you need to fix it is to replace it with the Replacement Shock Absorber Spring Kit for Dexter Brake Actuators # TK71-758-00.

expert reply by: Bryce D