Wire Gauge for the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly

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What gauge wire is on the K23-478-00? Thanks

asked by: Ron

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The wires on the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly # K23-478-00 are 12 gauge wires. We recommend using 10 Gauge Wire # 10-1-1 from the trailer 7-Way connector to the brakes though to help ensure enough power gets to them.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The SH code on the Prodigy Brake Controller, #90885, indicates that while idle, the brake controller is sensing a short in the brake wire. Tekonsha states that some test lights or non-Tekonsha testers can cause this problem. The NC code means no…

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Answer 2

We do not have a seal that matches the inner and outer diameter you have provided. That being said, I believe the markings on the seal actually indicate that your ID is 1.25" and our OD is 1.979". Your measurements are incredibly…

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Answer 3

You are not wrong but at the same time you do not want trailer brakes to lock up. The brakes you have, #23-468-469, are self-adjusting but it takes some time for the shoes to extend out far enough for normal braking. This is why we recommend making…

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The magnet wires are brake assembly #23-468 are 16 gauge. When it comes to wiring for electric trailer brake magnets you can attach a larger gauge wire to the smaller brake magnet wire. Ten gauge wire is commonly used in trailer manufacturing for…

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I think you are going in the right direction. I would definitely replace the 14 gauge wire going to the trailer brake magnets with 10 gauge wire or larger. Usually larger than 10 gauge is hard to get into the trailer connector though. I would also…

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I went out to the warehouse and pulled a Trailer Brake Magnet for 10" Hubs #BP01-110 and took some measurements for you. The brake magnet lead wires are 16 gauge wires and they measure 18 1/2 inches long.

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The Dexter part number 023-357-00 is a 12x2 electric brake assembly. The correct RH assembly to use to replace what you have would be the part #23-459 and for the LH assembly you would want the part #23-458 if you have 6K axles. If you have 7k axles…

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Answer 8

Our etrailer.com brand brake assemblies are right on par with the quality of Dexter brake assemblies. The numbers you mentioned are 12 inch assemblies like what the part #AKEBRK-7R-SA and #AKEBRK-7L-SA is designed to replace. These assemblies just…

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Answer 9

On each individual electric brake magnet the amperage draw would be 3.0 to 3.2 max amps at 12 to 13 volts on 7-inch brake magnets and 3.2 to 4.0 max amps at 12 to 13 volts on 10 and 12-inch brake magnets. The max amperage draw for the brake magnets…

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Answer 10

For self adjusting brake assemblies that fit a Lippert 4,400 lb trailer axle the correct kit you'd want is the part #LC66WD and you'd be set.

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Answer 11

The Dexter Nev-R-Adjust electric trailer brakes can be manually adjusted. There are a couple teeth of the adjustment wheel that are exposed just under the lever that you referenced. I have attached a photo showing the teeth. You will likely need a…

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Answer 12

If you already have brake drums you will not have to replace them unless they are damaged or became overheated and have discoloration on the inside armature surface where the magnet rides, grooves in the armature surface, or severe wear where the…

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