Can Dexter Axle Disc Brake Actuator Be Used for Single and Tandem Axle Trailers
Question:
Wanting to convert from drum brakes to disk. Only have single axle brake right now. Want to buy tandem brake actuator in case i want to upgrade to more brakes later. Is there a problem with running a tandem brake actuator on a single axle.
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
Trailer brake actuators like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout # DX56FR you're looking at are rated more for the brake type and not necessarily a specific amount of axles since it has to do with the amount of pressure the actuator pushes into the brake lines.
If the 4-bole mounting pattern and the 7,500 lb weight rating matches your trailer application then this is a great option for you! Otherwise let me know what you currently have and I'll be more than happy to recommend some parts for you.
It's also worth noting that some actuators just need a different master cylinder to have the correct amount of pressure from drum brakes to disc brakes. Let me know what actuator you have and I can see if we carry a part that allows you to make this conversion.
It sounds like you have a tandem axle trailer with 1 set of brakes, and if we're matching the actuator weight rating then you likely have 3,500 lb axles so the disc brake kit I recommend going with is the DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Maxx Coating - 3,500 lbs # DE66YR.
Let me know if what you have is different and I'd be happy to make different recommendations!
Products Referenced in This Question
DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit - 10" Hub/Rotor - 5 on 4-1/2 - Maxx Coating - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Marine Grade
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Hub and Rotor
- 1/2 Inch Studs
- 3500 lbs Axle
- DeeMaxx
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Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Agricultural
- Construction
- Marine
- Travel Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Bolt-On
- 7500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Lockout
- Dexter
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