How to Adjust Electric Drum Trailer Brakes and What Tool Should be Used
Question:
I am getting 13.2 volts to the junction box and I have wired the 2 axel like the image from your site. I am wondering if maybe the breaks are out of adjustment? How do I adjust the drum brakes on a new install? I have KEBRK-2R and KEBRK-2L for each axel.
asked by: Stephen R
Expert Reply:
If the trailer brakes seem weak and they are newly installed then you will need to adjust the brakes to push the shoes out a little further for optimum braking. To see how to manually adjust trailer brake assemblies check out the video I attached, fast-forward to the 4:35 mark of the video.
I also recommend brake adjustment tool # W80630 which will make it easier to adjust the brakes than using a flat blade screwdriver.
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Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
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Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 7" - Right Hand - 2,000 lbs
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- 7 x 1-1/4 Inch Drum
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