Looking For Kodiak Disc Brake Kit For Commercial Transport With 8,000 lb Lippert Axles
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/13/2025
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Good afternoon! I need help ing a Kodiak disc brake system for commercial transport that runs approximately 10,000 miles per month. Currently, my trailer is equipped with three 8,000 lb Lippert axles with the following specifications: • Stud size: 9/16” • Wheel size: 17.5” • Bolt pattern: 8 on 6.5 • Hydraulic brake assembly: 12-1/4” x 3-3/8”, 4-bolt mount • Compatible with 8K Dexter and Lippert axles • Electric-hydraulic brake actuator: Hydrastar, 1200 PSI I would like to upgrade to a Kodiak disc brake system. Could you please help me find the right configuration that fits my current setup? Thank you in advance!
asked by: Naka
Expert Reply:
Hello Naka, thanks for reaching out, and thanks for providing all that info. Basically all you will need here are disc brake kits and a new 1,600 PSI actuator for disc brakes. Here is what you will need:
- Kodiak Disc Brakes - 13" Hub/Rotor - 8 on 6-1/2 - Dacromet - 8K - E-Z Lube - Dexter # KOD67VR (one kit per axle)
- Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi # HBA16
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Kodiak Disc Brakes - 13" Hub/Rotor - 8 on 6-1/2 - Dacromet - 8K - E-Z Lube - Dexter
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Marine Grade
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- Hub and Rotor
- 9/16 Inch Studs
- 8000 lbs Axle
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Kodiak
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Jesse M.
8/7/2025
Hey Naka, did the Kodiak disc brake kits and the new 1,600 PSI actuator work out for your trailer setup? I'm curious to know if it met your needs, as it could really help others in a similar situation.