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The correct set of replacement brake assemblies for your AxleTek 12 inch assemblies is the kit part #AKEBRK-7-SA that you referenced. This kit is a pair of left and right assemblies that are an exact match to what you have that are also self…

I'm sure we can get you a hub and drum assembly for your trailer but there's quite a bit of info needed in order to do so. To find the correct hubs you will need to take apart your current hub assembly and look at the bearings…

I know that has to be frustrating but the prices are determined by an algorithm and not set by someone. This causes price discrepancy's in similar products some times. We have the same brakes sold as a set the etrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit…

For hubs that have 1/2" studs, like the Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 5.2K - 7K Axles #AKHD-865-7-2-EZ-K you're looking at, you don't want to exceed 120 ft-lbs as that's the most torque this stud size can handle.…

Trailer brake assembly #AKEBRK-7L-SA is a 12 x 2 inch assembly with a 5-bolt mounting pattern for 5.2K to 7K axles so it will fit in place of your existing 12 inch brakes! This is the left hand assembly. The matching right hand assembly is…

To use the Westlake 215/75R17.5 radial tire and wheel, #LHAS701 is an 8 on 6-1/2 it may be possible to change your studs from 1/2" to 9/16" so long as the studs are drive-in (as opposed to threaded); also, the length and knurl diameter…

The Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #AKHD-865-7-2-K is the same as the Assembly #AKHD-865-7-1-K you found but with 1/2" wheel studs versus the 9/16". We also have the Assembly #AKHD-865-7-2-EZ-K if you need the EZ Lube grease cap to access…

One wheel locking up on your trailers brakes could be for a few reasons. The most likely reason is be due to a brake assembly that is out of adjustment. You want to adjust the assemblies so there is only a light drag on them when they are turned by…

The easiest way to temporarily disconnect power to the trailer brakes is to disconnect your brake controller. Unplug the brake controller plug from the back of the brake controller. The trailer brakes cannot draw power from the vehicle's battery…

The AL-KO brakes can have a few different mounting patterns, so I recommend measuring to double check. I included a picture of how the Dexter #23-105-106-09 will measure to compare as well. Odds are these are correct, but it never hurts to double…

The etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes #AKEBRK-6 will likely fit your 5,200 lb AL-KO axle. These are 12" x 2" with a 5 bolt brake flange mounting pattern. I recommend checking your brake flange just to be sure. If you have the older 4 bolt…

I'd be happy to help! To figure out if new modern brakes will work on your vintage Airstream you'll need to figure out which size your brakes are. Based on your picture it looks like you have a 5 bolt mounting flange similar to what #AKEBRK-6…