Parts Needed to Add Trailer Brakes to a Dexter 3500 lb Trailer Axle
Updated 09/12/2025 | Published 05/20/2025 >
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Question:
Looking to add electric brakes to my 6x13 enclosed trailer with a dexter 3500lb 10 torsion axle. It does have backing plate mounting brackets. It has 14 aluminum wheels. I belive its a ez lube.
asked by: James S
Expert Reply:
Hey James, we have just what you need to add brakes to your Dexter 3,500 lb trailer axles. Basically you only need two things. You need brake assemblies and hub/drums.
For brake assemblies you would want the part # AKEBRK-35-SA which are self adjusting and then for hub/drums you'd want the part # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K which is pre-greased and you'd be set
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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Jameson C.
9/12/2025
Hey James, did the brake assemblies and hub/drums work out for your trailer? I'm asking because your experience could help others looking to upgrade their trailer brakes.