Question:
my trailer has 12 inch drums on will this fit on there the exs. brakes are 3 3/8 inch wide
asked by: Steve S
Expert Reply:
The Electric Trailer Brake with Dust Shield - Self-Adjusting # AKEBRK-8R have an 8,000 lb capacity and measure 12-1/4 inches in diameter and 3-3/8 inches wide so that is the dimension your drum would need to be. These fit a 4-bolt mounting flange such as # 4-50 and would require Mounting Hardware # BRKH122508.
If you have 12 inch drums there are options for that, the Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting # AKEBRK-7L-SA (Left) and # AKEBRK-7R-SA (Right) which are 12 inches in diameter and 2 inches wide and have a capacity of up to 7,000 lbs. These fit a 5-bolt mounting flange such as # 4-44-1 and would require Mounting Hardware # BRKH12S.
The correct electric brake assembly is going to depend on your drum size and axle capacity. If you have 12 inch drums, the larger 12-1/4 inch brakes will not be able to fit. I have added links to video reviews for you to check out as well.
Brake Mounting Flange for 3" Round Axle
Trailer Brake Mounting Flange for 3-1/2" Axles, 12-1/4" Brake Assemblies
Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs
Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Right Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs
Mounting Bolts and Hardware for 12-1/4" Brake Assemblies - 8,000 lbs to 9,000 lbs
Mounting Bolts and Hardware for 12" Single Brake Assembly
Electric Trailer Brake with Dust Shield - Self-Adjusting - 12-1/4" - Right Hand - 8,000 lbs