What Brake Kit is the Best Replacement for My Tie-Down Engineering Caliper 46304 on Vortex Hubs?
Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 06/26/2025
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My boat trailer currently has tie down engineering brakes caliper is 46304 on vortex hubs. I was looking at I was looking at the Kodiak kit K2R35D and was wondering if those calipers would mount to the old bracket or if there is another kit you recommend
asked by: Ryan
Expert Reply:
Hello Ryan,
The correct replacement caliper for the TDE 46304 is the Kodiak Disc Brake Caliper - Dacromet - 3,500 lbs to 6,000 lbs # KDBC225DAC, and the # KDBC225DAC is the caliper in the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 10" Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Dacromet - 3,500 lbs # K2R35D. So, yes, those calipers will attach to the old mounting bracket. The kit # K2R35D will come with new caliper mounting brackets that will attach to your 4 bolt flange. I attached an image of everything that is included. This brake kit will be an excellent replacement.
What kind of boat do you have? I have a 2004 Ranger, I am on week 5 of waiting for the new motor to come in, they stated 4-6. Not something we wanted to do, but at least we won't have to worry about it acting up again in the next tournament.
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Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 10" Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Dacromet - 3,500 lbs
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Kate F.
9/2/2025
Hey Ryan, Did the Kodiak brake kit work out for your trailer? I'm asking because your experience could really help others looking to replace their brakes.