Best Replacement Brakes for a 7,000 lbs Axle

Updated 09/26/2025 | Published 05/05/2025

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Replacement 10" x 2-1/4" Electric Brake Shoes - 1 Brake Assembly

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$59.73

Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 7,000 lbs

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$210.85

Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 7K

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$429.22

Question:

Hello, i have a 2021 artic wolfe 3660 suite 5th wheel that has dual axles. I am looking to replace my brake pads or the whole assembly. Either will do but am looking for what part i would need to purchase. Thanks

asked by: Jared F

Expert Reply:

Hey Jared! I recommend replacing your brakes over finding replacement shoes today then springs or magnets next time. I would need to know exactly what brake assemblies you currently have (part numbers) to look and see if we have replacement shoes and it's not really a cost or time effective solution compared to replacing the entire assembly. 5 bolts two wires and you're onto the next one is a whole lot easier than dissembling each brake.

I do not have a database that shows me part numbers but it looks like your Cherokee Arctic Wolf 3660 Suite has a 14,000 lbs capacity, which means it's got two 7,000 lbs axles. To replace the brake assemblies you'll need the Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes item # 23-180-181. This are sold as a set you'll need one per axle.

If you want to go with self-adjusting brakes, we have the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 12" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 7K item # 23-464-465. I recommended the self adjusting versions as there is nothing to have to manually adjust in the future, but they are a bit more expensive so it will come down to how much you are looking to spend.

Do people spell your name wrong all the time too? It's a running joke here how often a day my name gets spelled wrong.

expert reply by: Jerred H

Jerred H.

9/26/2025

Hey Jared, did you decide to go with the regular Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes or the self-adjusting ones for your Arctic Wolf? I'm curious to know which option worked best for you, as it could help others looking to make a similar upgrade.