Can Just One Brake Assembly On Trailer Be Replaced Or Do All Need To Be Replaced At Same Time?
Question:
I purchased this left and right assembly but I really only have an issue with the left side. The magnet came loose and caused a problem. Do you think it will be ok just to replace the left side only? Theres nothing wrong with the right I just bought the set so I would have it if needed. The trailer is only 3 years only lightly used and the pads are not worn hardly at all. Thank you
asked by: DEAN H
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since only the left side brake on your trailer brakes is damaged there is nothing wrong with just using the left side assembly included with the Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-7-SA you purchased and leaving the original right side assembly alone.
Typically it is a good idea to go ahead and do both sides that way both pads had the same amount of wear but since you mentioned the right side pads are pretty much new you will not have any issues not replacing it.
I included a video of the # AKEBRK-7-SA being installed for you to take a look at.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Trailer Brakes
- 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
- etrailer
more information >
Continue Researching
- Video: etrailer Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly Installation akhd-865-7-2-ez-k
- Video: Dexter Axle Trailer Hubs and Drums - Hub with Integrated Drum - 8-219-4UC3-EZ Review
- Video: Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly Installation 23-458
- Shop: Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left Hand - 5,200 lbs to 7,000 lbs
- Shop: Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Right Hand - 3,500 lbs
- Shop: Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 5.2K - 7K Axles - 12" - 8 on 6.5 - Pre-Greased
- Shop: Dexter Trailer Brake Drum for 12,000-lb and 15,000-lb Axles - 12-1/4" x 5" - 8 on 6-1/2
- Shop: Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 7,000-lb Axles - 12" Diameter - 8 on 6-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Shop: etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Shop: Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12" - 8 on 6-1/2
- Video: Review of Hydrastar Trailer Brakes - Disc Brake Kit - HSE7K-S1SO
- Search Results: trailer hubs and drums
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Article: Testing Trailer Brake Magnets for Proper Function
- Q&A: Do Self-Adjusting Trailer Brake Assemblies Require Initial Adjustment
- Q&A: Tandem Axle Trailer Brakes Won't Lock Up with Full Power
- Q&A: Troubleshooting Electric Brakes that Wont Fully Disengage and Heat Up Drum Assemblies
- Q&A: Can Double-Lip Grease Seals Be Used Without Bearing Buddy Grease Caps
- Video: etrailer Trailer Brakes - Electric Drum Brakes - AKEBRK-35-SA Review
- Search Results: akebrk~35~sa
- Search Results: 44649
- Q&A: 10k Dexter Replacement Hub for a 8-415
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Search Results: 25580
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: Replacement Hub Needed for Lippert 122093 Hub on 5,200 lbs Axle