What Gauge Wire to Use when Installing 2k Trailer Axles

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What gauge wire is used on AKEBRK-2? I need to get the correct butt connectors.

asked by: Tom S

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For wiring trailer brake assemblies we always recommend going with 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 which we sell by the foot. Even if the leads on the magnets are a smaller gauge it's best to go heavier for the wiring that goes from the trailer connector to the assemblies since that will be a longer distance.

Now with that said the gauge is 14 gauge.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I took a look at the specs of your 1998 Jayco Eagle 12UDST, and it looks like this is a single axle trailer with a 2,000 lb axle. That means you likely have a 7" hub and drum like the Dexter Hub and Drum Assembly #8-257-5UC3-EZ, though you…

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Answer 2

Since you have 12 inch wheels you would have to go with a smaller hub/drum to fit underneath them. The standard size that would fit under a 12 inch rim is 7 x 1-3/4 like the part #AKHD-545-2-EZ-1K which fits most 2k axles. But first we need to…

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Answer 3

If I have misunderstood your question in any way, please let me know. It sounds like you have electric trailer brakes and need a brake controller that you can use on two different vehicles. The perfect option for this is the Curt #C51180 Wireless…

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Answer 4

Like you said the 7 x 1-1/4 inch electric brakes #AKEBRK-2 will work with reduced braking. But there is another thing to consider and that is that not all brake drums are compatible with both electric and hydraulic brakes. In most cases it is one or…

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Answer 5

The Kenda K353 Bias Trailer Tire - 5.30-12 - Load Range C #AM10066 has a speed rating of 65 mph and like you mentioned a max load capacity of 1,045 lbs at 80 psi. However you should make sure that the combined maximum load rating is higher than the…

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Answer 6

For a replacement tire for your DK2 utility trailer I recommend the Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C #TT53012C. This will be a direct replacement for your current tire which is also load range C with a maximum load of 1,050 lbs…

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Answer 7

I recommend the Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire #TT53012C. It's radial construction is best suited for highway travel. The Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel #AM20132 can also be purchased with a 3rd tire to give you a spare wheel and tire…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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Based on my research, the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 8,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles #AKHD-865-8-EZ-K will be a replacement for the 90865 Rockwell hub and drum. Both of these hub and drum assemblies are 12-1/4" diameter, have an 8,000 lb capacity,…

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Answer 12

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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