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Whether you're replacing trailer brakes or installing some on a new brake axle, these are easy to work with from start to stop. 10" x 2-1/4" Assemblies fit 14" to 15" wheels. 4-Bolt pattern backing plate. Made in the USA.
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Quick Tip: There's really not a whole lot to getting new drum brakes. If you've confirmed that all of the specs listed above line up with what you need for your trailer, you can be pretty sure these will work for you.
The more miles you put on your trailer, the more your brake pads will wear down. As they lose contact with the drum, stopping distances get longer and longer. To keep your brakes working great, it's important to adjust them pretty routinely. For this job, grab a floor jack and either a brake adjustment tool (sold separately) or just a standard flathead screwdriver.
Jack up your trailer enough to get the wheel(s) off the ground. Remove the adjuster plugs from the backing plate on the brake, and insert the flat end of the tool through the back of the assembly.
Push in on the star gear and lift it up. Keep doing this until the brake pads catch on your drum. When you can't spin your wheel by hand anymore, back the gear off by about 10 clicks by pushing down on the star gear. Does the wheel now spin freely (even if it sounds like the brake pads drag slightly on the drum)? Great! Then you're all done with that one and ready to adjust the rest.
After you get these brakes installed and adjusted, you'll need to break them in. First, find a long stretch of road or a big, empty parking lot. Once you're there, set your brake controller to its maximum setting and get moving. Speed up to about 40 mph and brake to slow to about 20 mph. Repeat this 15-30 times. The goal is to get the brake shoes and magnet properly seated into your drum. You'll know you've done that when it feels less jerky (and more consistent) each time you apply the brakes.
Note: The brakes will be very hot after doing this, so after every 10 stops you'll want to wait about 10 minutes to let the brakes cool off before continuing. If you don't, you might cook and crack the pad material.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (40 Customer Reviews)
Whether you're replacing trailer brakes or installing some on a new brake axle, these are easy to work with from start to stop. 10" x 2-1/4" Assemblies fit 14" to 15" wheels. 4-Bolt pattern backing plate. Made in the USA.Our 2021 Reflection 260rd 5th wheel gets used ALOT, that being said I will guess it has at least 4o,ooo plus miles.
While doing a wheel bearing inspection I noticed one corner brakeshad unusual wear on just one shoe and another corner had a leaking wheel seal that needed attention.
I placed an order for all four corners to replace all the backing plates and hardware, order came in as scheduled, I did the work and the brakes are back as good as new, very happy with the parts and prompt service.
Original equipment, exact replacement for my Dexter 4400 lb axles. We're full time campers and my old ones had many, many miles on them. This was a really easy, do-it-yourself, job. 4 bolts and two wires and you're done. Etrailer had them in stock, shipped fast, no problems.
This was an exact match for my 5th wheel. Not to hard to install and has worked well with no issues.
oem part was excellent and direct bolt on
Greg
3/22/2023
has been working great and no noise
Working good!
Worked great. Too bad this is the only option for this axle. Dexter has made it quite profitable for this axle versus the 3500 lbs axles.
These brake kits are not normally stocked in most places but etrailer had them and at a good price. These kits made replacing my brakes a lot easier and they are still working great after a couple of long trips and many short ones.
Etrailer was the only source I could find that had brake assemblies to fit my 3,500 lb axles. Thanks to them and overnight shipping we were on the road quickly.
Awesome price, very quick delivery, carefully shipped and exact oe fit. Would even say better than original brake springs.
Fast, efficent service and delivery. The parts were nust what we needed .
Good product, but more information about installation would be helpful
Only received one set, when we ordered and paid for two sets.
Jenny N.
5/5/2022
I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you.
Jason
10/16/2023
One Year update, Trailer Brakes still top notch 10 out of 10 would recommend!
Mike L.
11/8/2023
These are sold as a complete assembly which allowed them to be installed quickly. No problems a year later. Work great
Very well prepared and easy to use. Comes with all needed parts. Kit only contains parts for one axel! Need 2 for 4 wheels
As always prompt delivery and product as described.
GREAT QUAILITY, DEXTER. SHIPPED FAST AND GOOD PRICES.
perfect fit, working good
Jaime was a great help with my order! I received my order yesterday.
NICE PRODUCT AND ARRIVE RIGHT ON TIME, GREAT SERVICE
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Richard N.
6/23/2023
I do a vehicle inspection after every longer camping trip and our last journey was to Wyoming. About 4500 miles in all, after the trip I did another roll around inspection, all good ,no adjustments needed.