Converting to Electric Trailer Brakes From Hydraulic on 3,500 lb Axle
Question:
Have you ever dealt with changing a boat trailer from hydraulic surge type brakes to electric? I want to convert to electric brakes.
asked by: Mitchell W
Expert Reply:
Yes, we can get your set up to go from hydraulic to electric brakes, and your photo (thanks so much for that) shows you have a 10 inch brake drum. So here is everything you'll need in order to switch:
- Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-35-SA
- Mounting Hardware for 10" Brake Assemblies # BRKH10B
- Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot # 10-2-1
- Bright Way Push-to-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit # 3802308
- Deka Heat Shrink Butt Connector - 12-10 Gauge # DW05745-5
The brake wire is sold per foot, so you'll want to make sure you get the proper amount for the length you need, and if you also need a heat gun for the butt connectors you can use the Heat Gun # ALL836717.
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
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Bright Way Push-to-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with 1-Amp Charger and 5 Ah Battery - Top Load
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- Kit with Charger
- Top Load
- Single-axle
- Tandem-axle
- LED Tester
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
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- Standard Grade
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- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
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Mounting Hardware for 10" Brake Assemblies
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Deka Heat Shrink Butt Connector - 12-10 Gauge - Nylon Insulation - Yellow - Qty 5
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- Deka
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