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  • Difference Between Titan Drum Brake Actuator T4500600 & T63FR
  • It is mostly true, but there is one difference between the Brake Actuator with Manual Lockout - Bolt On - Drum - 2" Ball - 7,500 lbs # T4500600 and # T63FR, which is one comes with the top Black Plastic Filler Cap for Titan 7,500-lb Brake Actuators # T097-022-00. - Does Not Come With Filler Cap: Brake Actuator # T4500600 - Comes With Filler Cap: Brake Actuator # T63FR That's the only difference, and otherwise the overall length of both is 22-3/4 inches, and the height is 4 inches.
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  • How Long Is the Warranty On An Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes
  • The HydraStar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes part # HS381-8067 which is what comes with the HydraStar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness part # HS381-9067 has a two year warranty. This is actually one of the highest warranty periods that is offered for an electric over hydraulic actuator. There are a few other options for disc brakes which I have attached for you below along with the warranty period. Dexter DX Series...
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  • Comparison of Two Titan Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuators
  • The two Titan brake actuators, parts # T2478100 and # T4750600, are the same actuator except the former is for drum brakes and the latter is for disc brakes. Part # T4750600 operates at a higher pressue (around 1,500 psi) which is what is required for disc brakes where part # T2478100 only operates about 1,000 psi. You want to select the appropriate actuator because the higher pressue is too much for drum brakes and the lower not enough for disc.
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  • Are T1777405 and T1777401 the Same Master Cylinder for Titan Model 6 Actuators
  • No. The Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 6 Brake Actuators - Disc # T1777405 and Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 6 Brake Actuators - Drum # T1777401 are two different parts. Disc brakes require a higher pressurization to actuate than drum brakes do, so it's likely they may look the same but the pressurized components are rated differently. If you have a disc brake actuator then you'll want to use the specific # T1777405.
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  • Can HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator For Drum Brakes Be Used For Disc Brakes
  • Since you have disc brakes on your trailer you must use a disc brake actuator like part # HBA16. The problem is that with an actuator like part # HBA-12, it will not provide enough pressure to actuate the brakes. The maximum output pressure for the # HBA-12 is 1,200 psi while the maximum pressure for the # HBA16 is 1,600 psi.
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  • Difference Between Dexter DX7.5L A-60 & A-60XL Disc Brake Actuator
  • Good question, and there is just one difference between the Dexter disc brake actuators you asked about, which is the overall length: - 17-1/2" Overall length: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX63FR - 19" Overall length: Dexter DX7.5L A-60XL Brake Actuator # DX43FR Apart from that, these are the exact same disc brake actuator, with both having an electric lockout, coupling to a 2" hitch ball, and 7,500 lb weight capacity.
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  • Differences Between Kodiak and Titan Disc Brake Kits
  • Both of these manufacturers make excellent products and both products have received excellent customer reviews. The main difference is that the Kodiac Disc Brake Kit and Titan BrakeRite Electric-Hydraulic Actuator, # T4843800, which you referenced, comes with an EOH actuator. The Kodiak kit # K2HR35D does not have a brake kit with actuator available. For a comparable kit, you will need the following: Kodiak Disc Brake Kit, # K2HR35D - Qty 2 Titan BrakeRite Electric-Hydraulic Actuator...
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  • Comparing Replacement Inner Member for Dexter DX7.5L Actuator Part DX99FR and Part DX39FR
  • The only difference between the Replacement Inner Member for Dexter DX7.5L Actuator part # DX99FR and part # DX39FR is that the former is for tandem axle trailers with disc brakes and the latter is for single axle trailers with disc brakes or tandem axle trailer with drum brakes. I don't recommend using either actuator outside of these parameters.
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  • Difference Between Demco and Dexter Replacement Hydraulic Actuator Shocks
  • The shocks you're wanting to compare have different sized eyelets and are designed for specific hydraulic actuators. Sometimes you can fit actuator replacement parts from one actuator to another but the majority of the time you need to use an exact replacement. Here are the actuator models that are designed for these shocks: - Replacement Shock for Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuators - Models DA10, DA16, DA20, and DA91 # DS12426 - Replacement Shock for Dexter Model 6 and 10 Brake...
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  • Choosing Between the Titan BrakeRite and HydraStar Actuator
  • Both the Titan BrakeRite I Plug and Play Electric-Hydraulic Actuator Kit part # T4813102 and the HydraStar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator part # HS381-8067 will work well for you assuming you have disc brakes on your trailer. The 1,500 and 1,600 lb psi rating should not really be much of a concern as neither system will be applying this pressure in full each time you hit the brakes. In regards to preference, I recommend the HydraStar as it has a longer warranty (2 years)...
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  • Fluid Capacity of HydraStar and Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuators
  • The HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator part # HBA16 has a 12 oz. fluid capacity and the Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator part # K71-651 has a 22 oz. fluid capacity. That said, although the extra fluid capacity is nice the HydraStar has a fastest response time and tends to be less error prone so I do recommend the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuato though they are both good options. Please note, not all brake controller are compatible with electric...
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  • Difference Between Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuators For Disc Brakes
  • That's a really good question, and there is a difference between the 7,500 lb Dexter DX7.5L A-60 actuators for disc brakes; the differences are both in what they fit, as well as their length. - 14" Long & Top-Mounted For 3" Wide Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX89FR - 19" Long & Bolts To 3" x 4" Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX29FR - 19" Long & Bolts To 3" x 5" Trailer Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator # DX56FR Apart from that, these...
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  • Comparing The Titan Master Cylinder Assemblies For Model 6 Brake Actuators
  • The difference between the Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 6 Brake Actuators - Drum # T1777401 and the Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 6 Brake Actuators - Disc # T1777405 is psi compatibility. The master cylinder for disc brakes requires 1600 psi for proper function. Drum brakes only require 1000 psi.
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  • Can a Surge Brake Coupler Be Used with an Electric Over Hydraulic Brake System
  • If you lock out your surge actuator you could still use it with your Titan BrakeRite I Plug and Play Electric-Hydraulic Actuator Kit part # T4813102. It would be just a matter of finding an appropriate place to mount the unit. People do this pretty frequently. Usually on the side of the actuator there is a an area where you can run a bolt through the actuator to prevent the actuator from moving. Without knowing what coupler you have it's hard to say exactly what you would need to do. Without...
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  • Quality Product Comparison of Brakerite Versus Dexter Electric Over Hydraulic Actuators
  • I sure can compare the quality difference of the Brakerite # T4813102 and the Dexter # K71-651 for you. The Dexter actuator is more durable because of its metal housing versus the plastic housing on the Brakerite actuator. The Brakerite has a 1 year warranty while the Dexter has a 2 year limited warranty. The Dexter doesn't have an adapter for OEM brake controllers, and will not be compatible with most OEM integrated brake controllers, but will be fine with the EOH aftermarket brake...
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  • Comparing The Dexter T43397007K And T63FR Brake Actuators
  • We can certainly help you replace your Atwood Actuator. The Dexter # T43397007K and # T63FR actuators you mentioned are going to be similar in that they are made for trailers with drum brakes and they both will bolt on to a 3" tongue. As far as the height/ dimension of the actuator itself, it really just comes down to design and the placement of the internal components. The # T43397007K has the master cylinder connections above the tongue, whereas the # T63FR is more for trailers where...
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  • Converting Military Trailer Air Over Hydraulic Drum Brakes to Electric Over Hydraulic
  • You are correct, there are 4 electric over hydraulic braking systems, from 3 manufacturers, that can be used to eliminate the air over hydraulic actuator on your M200A1 trailer. These systems all require a breakaway system to meet DOT safety standards. I will detail each system for you so you can select the one that will work best for your truck and trailer setup. First, the Dexter Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator, # K71-650, would be a good choice because it will work with the OEM...
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  • Comparing the HydraStar Hydraulic Actuator and the Titan BrakeRite Hydraulic Actuator
  • It looks like you have certainly done your research in regards to the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator and the Titan BrakeRite EHB Electric-Hydraulic Actuator. In regards to repose time, this goes to the Titan BrakeRite EHB with a response time of .3 seconds whereas the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator has a response time of .8 seconds. This is due to the five vs three piston pumps that each respective units use. In regards to the Titan BrakeRite EHB Electric-Hydraulic...
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  • Comparison of Titan EOH Brake Actuators Parts # T4813102 and # T4834100
  • When you look at the product descriptions and the pictures they look basically identical. However, the Replacement Actuator, part # T4834100, is specifically designed to work with the discontinued BrakeRite II Severe Duty, part # T4835700, and that's all it works with. If you have this and need a new actuator then part # T4834100 is what you need. The Titan BrakeRite I Plug and Play Electric-Hydraulic Actuator Kit, part # T4813102, is what you need if you're trying to add electric over...
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  • Advantages of Manual vs. Electric Reverse Lockout on Actuator Coupler
  • A trailer actuator-coupler with an electric reverse lockout feature, such as Titan # T4750820, allows you to reverse your trailer without having to get out of the vehicle to first engage a manual lockout lever. The internal solenoid in the actuator takes care of this automatically when you shift the vehicle into reverse; that reverse light signal is the trigger that tells the actuator to block the flow of fluid through the brake lines. Blocking the flow of brake fluid allows reversing the...
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