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Free-backing, driver-side drum brake won't engage when you reverse, even if your actuator is activated. Automotive-grade friction pads and e-coated backing plate are long-lasting. Fits 13", 14", and 15" wheels.
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Note: Because free-backing brakes are designed to eliminate nearly all friction between the brake shoes and the drum when you are driving in reverse, a trailer breakaway kit will not be effective should your trailer disconnect from your tow vehicle while you are backing up.
Free-backing brakes let your trailer move in reverse without the brakes being activated by your surge actuator. These brakes are needed if your actuator does not have a reverse lockout, which is a mechanism that ensures that the actuator does not activate when your rig moves in reverse.
This free-backing hydraulic brake assembly has a fall-away shoe, which provides full braking when your trailer is moving forward, but supplies only limited friction when the trailer is moving in reverse. During normal forward braking, the fall-away shoe expands to catch your brake drum. When driving in reverse, however, the fall-away shoe's extra spring will overcome the pressure from the brake cylinder. This keeps the leading edge from catching on the drum, so the shoe will not fully pivot into the drum. This exerts a smaller amount of friction, just enough to provide a minimal amount of braking when in reverse.
This trailer brake assembly acts as part of your trailer's hydraulic braking system. A hydraulic trailer brake actuator is required for this brake to function.
This brake assembly meets the requirements for certification by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). The CSA creates standards, which when complied with ensure a safe and quality product. This brake assembly underwent extensive testing to measure stopping distances when braking. This brake has also been tested by QAI for braking performance in a complete automotive setup and under real-world conditions to provide the most realistic scenario for the everyday driver.
Each shoe on this brake assembly is lined with automotive-grade friction material for improved stopping performance and longevity. The friction material is fully bonded onto the surface of the brake shoe. This lining is custom-molded for a perfect fit. The edges are tapered to ensure long-lasting performance. This taper, along with the circular grinding that the lining undergoes, helps to prevent cracking and crumbling. This durability helps to prevent mechanical lockup, which can occur when brake shoes are excessively worn or broken.
The friction material is also SAE-N certified, which means that it is an environmentally safe product that complies with California and Washington regulations regarding the composition of brake pads. As a result, this material not only provides high-performance braking that can endure the test of time, but it is also environmentally friendly and safe for use throughout the United States and Canada.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (457 Customer Reviews)
Free-backing, driver-side drum brake won't engage when you reverse, even if your actuator is activated. Automotive-grade friction pads and e-coated backing plate are long-lasting. Fits 13", 14", and 15" wheels.
They fit great and work great. A perfect upgrade to my trailer brakes.
Good quality, easy to install. Great pricing. Thanks.
had to upgrade spindles account old ones obsolete. these met the need , best price, free shipping, over 5000 miles on them trouble free. what's not to like?
I'm in the process of mounting them now. I can't say how they work yet, but I will say that it would have been nice to know that they don't come with the mounting nuts or bleeder valves/screws. That information should be listed in BOLD FACED FONT at the top of the description. It's not listed anywhere.
Mike L.
5/15/2018
The nuts and lock washers needed to mount the brake assemblies are sold separately as part # BIK-00.
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I replaced the brakes on a 1997 Eagle tri axle boat trailer. I was pretty sure what I wanted but I called just to confirm I was getting the right parts and I'm glad I did. Talked with Chedi and he was very helpful. Shipping was very fast, and all parts fit perfectly. I would recommend etrailer to anyone, pricing was fair and great service.
I am changing trailer brakes from electric (I never know if they are working or not) to surge brakes. After calling to get information that was not clear in the on the website I ordered and received the necessary parts. The technical help on the phone was helpful and and the order processed and received promptly.
Parts arrived quickly and customer support was EXCELLENT! etrailer was out of stock on the drums I needed so I had to order that one from a competitor BUT etrailer Customer Support advised me to make sure I ordered the right part from a competitor - who does that these days? Will certainly order from etrailer again in the future!
Top flight customer service. Eric p is the man!
These were an exact replacement for the original and the video on the brakes was helpful. The fit was as described and all parts and workmanship was as stated. Shipping rates were fair and arrival time was better than expected.
Thanks again !
Arrived quickly! Everything I ordered was there. Went on the trailer very easily. Works great! Thanks!
Part was perfect, and quick shipping!
Bolted right on perfect fit. Needed new nuts to fit the fine threads.
Everything fit perfect Lisa was an excellent sales rep will buy from them again good company
Great service, great products.
Excellent service. Would order from again.
I restored an old concrete buggy that I purchased surplus from a rental company. It was in pretty bad shape. I got it sand blasted. I painted it with Rustoleum. I installed new brake parts, master cylinder, and wheel bearing kits. Pretty big project but it came out great! Now I have a great little dual-axle dump trailer designed to carry a cubic yard of ready mix. Works great for short loads of concrete and for drain rock and landscape materials too.
I had to use JB Weld to get a good seal on the new plastic master cylinder cylinder-to-brake-hose connection, which was a pain because it leaked and required multiple attempts to fix. Plastic threads on the plastic master cylinder didn't seal with teflon tape. They are easy to over torque/strip! Maybe I did that initially, but JB Weld fixed the problem.
etrailer brake assemblies were easy to install and of very good quality. Fast shipping. Thanks!
I did a total rebuild of my boat trailer. I ordered nearly all of the parts from etrailer. New carpet for the bunks new brakes and backing plates as well as a new brake actuator. New wheel bearings and seals. This trailer is old a 1974 but all of the parts fit I was satisfied with all of the products I received and the timely manner in which they were delivered to my door I am very happy with the fine service I received a t trailer and the help and selecting the right parts thank you very much etrailer.
This review is for the Hydraulic Brake Kit - Uni-Servo - Free Backing - Dacromet - 10" - Left/Right Hand - 3,500 lbs - AKFBBRK-35-D. This worked perfectly on my 2008 Bear pontoon trailer with Axis branded 3,500 lb tandem axles and hydraulic surge brakes on one axle. It all went together smoothly without issue and after repacking the bearings and bleeding the system, the brakes now work again. A special thanks to Jameson for your time and recommendation on this kit, it was spot on!
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Doug H.
7/20/2018
Try 2 yrs! At least since I purchased said items. Have probably put 6000 miles on everything with no issues. Thanks for checking and may God bless.