Difference Between Dexter Trailer Brake Assemblies and Other Brands

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What is the difference between the Dexter and the premium one besides $20 theyre both self-adjusting

asked by: Robert S

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Biggest difference is the Dexter assemblies part # 23-468-469 are made in the US and have basically the best reputation for trailer brake assemblies. If you are looking for the nicest setup that would be the most reliable this would be the route I would recommend.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The choice of oil bath or regular hubs is up to the manufacturer. They are usually found on higher capacity axles, though as you know there are some on lower capacity axles. You can convert some hubs from grease to oil bath using a kit such as…

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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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We very likely have the correct electric drum brakes for your 2020 Forest River No Boundaries 19.5 travel trailer, but don't know offhand which brakes you need. To find the correct brakes, you just need to know the weight capacity you need,…

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As you may have already found, 5200 lb, 6000 lb and 7000 lb axles can all use the same components including inner/outer bearings, hubs and brakes. Here are some other things they share in common: Dexter 5200 lb Regular Duty Axle - 0.180 inch tube…

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Thanks for the picture and dimensions of the assemblies you have on your trailer. From that info I know that the Dexter left and right hand assemblies part #23-468-469 would fit and work well. These are self adjusting brake assemblies too which is…

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There is a way for you to find the brake assemblies which are going to work for you, though we would be unable to do so with just your VIN. In order to find the correct assemblies, you would need to know your axle's weight capacity, the size of…

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The Dexter actuator part #K71-651 will work for your application but if you wanted the best solution I'd recommend the Hydrastar part #HBA16 as it has the fastest reaction time and we've found it to be the most reliable option out there that…

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With the Hydrastar Actuators like the #HBA16 the correct brake fluid is DOT 3 or DOT 4. Do not mix the two though.

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I agree it is quite the investment and we want that kind of money to last. Unfortunately I am unaware of anywhere that rebuilds or repairs them. Typically we install the Titan BrakeRite I Plug and Play Electric-Hydraulic Actuator Kit part #T4813102…

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The term, wet, in this case means that the head of the bolt has a grease Zerk in it and there is a channel that leads to center of the bolt. This makes it easy to grease the bolt while installed, as you can put a grease gun right up to the Zerk and…

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I would be happy to compare the Road Armor, Dexter E-Z Flex, and MORryde equalizers you were looking at for your Jayco Eagle 325BHS. First things first each of these kits are designed to replace equalizers that measures roughly 6" between the…

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You will definitely want to go with the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit #LC696740 over the MORryde as the Road Armor has more travel and will provide a smoother ride. Then, in regards to shackle straps I'm not sure what you mean by which…

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