Adding Disc Brakes To Travel Trailer With 5,200 lb Axles
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 02/26/2025
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Hi there. Looking into pricing for my travel trailer. What to converted over to disc brakes. Thanks for the info. Dual axle 5200 Tire 15” rim Disc kit assy
asked by: Melvin
Expert Reply:
Hello Melvin, thanks for reaching out. Here are the parts I recommend for converting your travel trailer over to disc brakes:
- Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 12" Hub/Rotor - 6 on 5-1/2 - Dacromet - 5,200 lbs to 6,000 lbs # K2HR526D
- Hydrastar Electric-Hydraulic Actuator w/ Line Kit for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi # CAR-HBA16-2
- Bearing Kit for Trailer Brakes with 12" Hub/Rotor - 5,200 lbs to 6,000 lbs # DBRKHW6
A few things. First please verify your 15" wheels are 6-lug. You will need one disc brake kit and one bearing kit per axle.
Also, the brake line kit comes with a 15' main line, and you will want to make sure this is appropriate for your trailer.
Lastly, your tow vehicle will need to be equipped with a brake controller that is compatible with electric-over-hydraulic brakes. Most aftermarket controllers will be compatible, but there are some factory controllers that are not. Do you have one already? If not, the Tekonsha P3 # 90195 is what I recommend.
The article I linked below will go over the process of adding EOH brakes in more detail. Leave a reply below with and questions or comments and I will get back to you.
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Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 12" Hub/Rotor - 6 on 5-1/2 - Dacromet - 5,200 lbs to 6,000 lbs
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- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
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- 5200 lbs
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- 6 on 5-1/2
- Hub and Rotor Assembly
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Jesse M.
10/27/2025
Hey Melvin, how did your disc brake conversion go on the travel trailer? Did the Kodiak kit and Hydrastar actuator fit well with your 15-inch wheels? Your update could make it easier for others planning a similar upgrade.