8k Disc Brake Surge Actuator Recommendation

Updated 10/27/2014 | Published 10/26/2014

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Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Disc - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 8,000 lbs

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Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 8,000 lbs

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Question:

i have a brand new titan #6 8000lb hydraulic actuator. i want to go from drum brakes to disc brakes. is there a kit that would work with this actuator. the trailer is an ez loader tandem axle with 3500lb axles,

asked by: Dan G

Helpful Expert Reply:

It sounds like you have a # T4079200 and are looking to convert it so that it will be compatible with disc brakes. If you were using a single axle trailer you could simply ram a screw driver through the back of the check valve in the master cylinder so that the actuator would have higher pressure like what disc brakes require, but since you have a tandem axle trailer this setup would not give you enough fluid displacement to activate your brake assemblies.

You will have to upgrade to the actuator # T4747200.

To see everything else needed to convert your trailer to disc brakes check out the FAQ article I attached to the right that covers this topic.

expert reply by: Jameson C