Troubleshooting Weak Trailer Brakes that Are Adjusted Properly and Have Good Magnets
Question:
Thanks for the answer! I worked on the trailer all day today, and found out that indeed both things you suggested where the problem. One break had grease all over it, and the assembly was very stiff almost impossible toMove the shoes
asked by: Ben Y
Expert Reply:
Is it possible there's grease in the drum which is causing the brakes to not lock up? If you blew out the inner grease seal or it was leaking at all this is a very likely cause. Otherwise it could be a mechanical problem of the assemblies and would need to be replaced.
I attached a page that has all of the brake assemblies we offer for you to check out as well.
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Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- LH
- 5200 - 7000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
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Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Right Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- RH
- 5200 - 7000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
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- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- 5200 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
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Ben Y.
4/5/2018
Thanks for the answer! I worked on the trailer all day today, and found out that indeed both things you suggested where the problem. One break had grease all over it, and the assembly was very stiff almost impossible toMove the shoes