Replacement Shock for Demco DA10 Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator

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demco hydraulic actuator not moving I do believe this has been going on since I got trailer its a 2013 breakaway works ok. This is with four by four Eight pushing

asked by: Tom S

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The Demco Replacement Shock # DS12426 that you referenced is the correct part for your DA10 disc brake actuator; it also fits several other actuator models. If there is a mechanical problem within the actuator that is preventing it from compressing when your tow vehicle brakes then this should be evident when you disassemble the unit to install the shock.

Since the trailer is only about a year old, you may want to refer the issue to your trailer dealer; the Demco DA10 actuator carries a 1-year limited warranty.

You'll want to ensure that your trailer's loaded tongue weight is within the 1250-lb rating for the DA10.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

I went through all of our shocks for trailer surge brakes and did not find an exact match. A similar one is the Demco #DS12426 replacement shock. This shock measures 6” eye to eye compressed, and 8-1/8” extended. In my research I found out MaeCo has…

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Answer 2

Thank you for the image of your setup Steve. I do not know what the manufacturer was thinking when they welded in the Demco Actuator on your boat trailer. With how it was installed there is no way for you to access that rear pin without drilling a…

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Answer 3

Atwood is no longer making actuators at this time so there are no replacement shocks for their actuators anymore. Especially for ones as old as yours. So what you'd need to do is replace the surge actuator with a similar A-frame actuator like the…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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Answer 9

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 10

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 11

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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