Parts Needed for Disc Brake Conversion on Take 3 Auto Transport Trailer with Three 7,000-Lb Axles

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do you make a disc brake conversion kit for the 2006 take 3 auto transport trailer with three 7,000 axles and brakes on each axle?

asked by: Damon

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I looked up the Take 3 auto transport trailer and it showed it has electric brakes. To convert your electric brakes to disc brakes you will need to use the disc brake conversion kits for 7,000-lb axles with the hub and rotor, hydraulic line kits for three axles, electric over hydraulic actuator, trailer breakaway kit, and a brake controller that is compatible with electric over hydraulic brakes.

The disc brake conversion kits will come in pairs, so you will need three sets. These kits are designed to fit 16 inch and larger wheels with an 8 on 6-1/2 inch bolt pattern. You will want to verify the part numbers of your inner and outer bearings to make sure you use the correct disc brake kit for your trailer. I am including a link to a product page that will list the disc brake kits I have available for 7,000-lb axles.

Once you have selected the disc brake setup you will need the following parts. Since you already are set up for using a brake controller, I would recommend the Titan Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Kit, part # T4813102, to control the disc brakes with your brake controller. You will also need the Gel Cell Breakaway Kit for Titan BrakeRite Systems, part # T4822100, in case the trailer becomes detached from the tow vehicle.

Finally, you will need a brake line kit to complete the installation on the trailer. The Hydraulic Brake Line Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers, part # 9579-2, would be correct for two axles with brakes. For the third axle you will need the Third Axle Brake Line Kit, part # 9579-01.

You will want to make sure your current brake controller can be used with electric over hydraulic brakes. If it is not compatible I would go with the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller, part # 90195, which is compatible with the parts recommended above. I am including a link to the instructions on the Prodigy brake controller.

expert reply by: Jeff D

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Answer 1

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 2

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 3

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 4

You can convert surge brakes to an electric over hydraulic braking system. To do this, you will need an electric over hydraulic actuator and a brake controller. For an electric over hydraulic actuator, I recommend looking at the Carlisle HydraStar…

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Answer 5

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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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

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

Hello Darren. Thanks for reaching out, I can definitely help with this. To convert your 2024 Brinkley Z2900 5th wheel over to disc brakes, you will need a disc brake kit, a brake line kit, and electric over hydraulic actuator, and a breakaway kit for…

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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