Expert Answers about Chevrolet Electrical Tools
- How to Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assemblies
- On the back of each brake backing plate, you'll find an oblong hole near the bottom, which might be covered with a mud and crud plug. Once you pry the plug out, you can use a brake adjusting tool like # W80630 to adjust the brakes. A flat blade screwdriver can be used, but an adjusting tool is easier to use. Put the trailer up on jack stands. Grab the teeth on the star wheel with the screwdriver or adjusting tool and run the brake shoes all the way out until you can't spin the wheel by...
view full answer... - Do Electric Brakes Included With Dexter Axles Need To Be Adjusted
- The brakes that are included with the Dexter axles will need to be adjusted when you install the axles.
To adjust the brakes you can use a small screwdriver or a tool like part # W80630 to turn the adjustment wheel. The wheel pushes out the shoes. You will keep turning the wheel until the pads lightly, but consistently, drag on the drum.
view full answer... - Is The PT Tools Heated Travel Blanket with Built In Timer Machine Washable
- The Heated Travel Blanket with Built In Timer # PT37ZR is not machine washable and would require you safely hand-wash it to prevent damage to the electrical components.
view full answer... - Are Plugs Included For Adjustment Slots On 7K Electric Brake Assembly
- The rubber plugs for the slots used for the adjusting tool on the Electric Brake Assembly for 7K Axle, part # AKEBRK-7L-SA are included.
I have attached a photo of the brake assembly and have arrows showing the plugs are in place in the brake assembly. This is a 12 inch x 2 inch driver-side brake assembly and fits 7,000-lb axles.
The brake assembly for the passenger side of the trailer is part # AKEBRK-7R-SA.
view full answer... - Tools Required to Install EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2018 BMW i3
- The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7277 does rate a 10 out of 10 on our difficulty rating as it is a very in depth installation. It requires removal of the rear bumper cover and trimming of bumper cover, underbody panel and wire harness holder to properly install the receiver. There are several different tools such as a hack saw, coping saw, reciprocating saw, and a jig saw that would allow you to accomplish the cutting required. You will also need a basic set of hand tools...
view full answer... - Electric Trailer Brake Assembly Adjustment
- Use a brake adjustment tool to turn the starwheel on the adjuster to expand the brake shoes until the wheel is very difficult to turn by hand. Then back off the starwheel in the other direction, about 10 clicks until the brakes drag slightly. Make sure all brake assemblies are adjusted in the same manner.
Check out the video (see link). Beginning at the 4:23 mark, our installer shows how to adjust your trailer brakes.
view full answer... - Is There Anything To Check After Using An Impact Wrench On A Lippert Electric Trailer Jack
- There wouldn't be anything else that you could check on the Lippert Electric Trailer Jack with Footplate # LC285318 since the only issue you'd probably have would be internally with either the threaded rod or gears. Most likely you'll be fine, but I don't recommend using an impact on it again. You can replace the override nut with part # LC55FR.
view full answer... - What is Needed to Clean 7-Way
- There isn't a specific tool to clean the 7-way connectors, but some simple household items will work. For example, use some pipe cleaner and white vinegar and that should get the job done. If you do have to replace your 7-way on the trailer side you can use # H20043. And to avoid corrosion and dirt build-up in your connectors I very highly recommend always using Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors # 11755.
view full answer... - Initial Adjustment Of Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes On Trailer
- To initially adjust the brakes, you will need to raise the trailer and secure it on adequate capacity jack stands. Check that the wheel and drum rotate freely. Do not lift or support trailer on any part of the axle or the suspension system. Remove the adjusting hole cover from the adjusting slot on the bottom of the brake backing plate. With a screwdriver or standard adjusting tool like part # W80630, rotate the starwheel of the adjuster assembly to expand the brake shoes. Adjust the brake...
view full answer... - How to Find Replacement Hubs and Bearings for an Old Trailer
- The best way to measure the bearings is to use a precise measuring tool such as a dial caliper and measure the inner diameter of both bearings. You can also measure the bearing and seal journals on the spindle (see photo). Measuring the grease seal journal is important because some spindles will use the same bearings but different grease seals.
The last piece of information that we will need is the type of hub. If your trailer does not have brakes, then you can use an idler hub. If your...
view full answer... - Falcon 2 Tow Bars Lock Up and Are Difficult To Remove When Disconnecting From Vehicle
- Yes, the arms of the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 will extend and lock into position when you start pulling your vehicle. The bars can often be difficult to release when you go to disconnect the tow bars from the towed vehicle when you get to your site. Often times you will need to either physically push the towed vehicle forwards and back to get the release pin to disconnect or use a RoadMaster Release Tool # RM-066 to get the pin to drop.
The best option is to step up to the...
view full answer... - Can Brake Mounting Flange be Replaced on Older Trailer
- The only way to get brake assemblies for 3,500 lb axles to work on your trailer with what I assume are 3,500 lb axles is to have your flange professionally removed and a new one welded on, the Brake Mounting Flange for 2-3/8" Round Axle # 4-35.
This will require specific tools and a welder with experience doing this type of work. The easier way, and likely the less expensive option is going to simply be to replace your axle.
In order to choose the correct replacement axle for your trailer...
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