Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs
(79 reviews)
Price: $352.48
Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs
Item # T43397007K
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Dexter Brake Actuator - T43397007K
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Drum Brakes
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball Coupler
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- 7000 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- No Lockout
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Dexter
Easy and convenient turn-wheel latch lets you fit the coupler on this corrosion-resistant, surge-type actuator to a hitch ball measuring 1-7/8", 2" or 50 mm. Designed for use with drum trailer brakes.
Features:
- Hydraulic actuator synchronizes trailer brakes with tow-vehicle brakes
- Easily adjustable to fit 1-7/8", 2" and 50-mm balls
- Turn handwheel to tighten coupler around ball
- Breakaway kit included
- Zinc plating provides corrosion resistance
- Durable steel construction
- Bolt-on installation
- Bolt holes 3" apart on center
- Mounting hardware not included
- Made in USA
Specs:
- Application: hydraulic drum brakes
- Ball size: 1-7/8", 2" or 50 mm
- Some adjustment may be required
- Mounting: 3" wide channel tongue
- Capacity: 7,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 700 lbs
- 1-Year warranty
When you apply the brakes in your tow vehicle, deceleration occurs and momentum pushes your trailer toward the rear of your vehicle. With surge brake systems, the actuator is triggered as your trailer moves forward while the tow vehicle slows. The actuator telescopes, applying force to its master cylinder, which in turn supplies the necessary hydraulic pressure to engage the trailer's brakes.
068-139-01 Dexter Axle Model 60 ZX7000 Multi-Fit Actuator for Drum Brakes - Zinc
Replaces Titan T4339700 and 43397007K
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Customer Reviews
Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs - T43397007K
Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars (79 Customer Reviews)
Easy and convenient turn-wheel latch lets you fit the coupler on this corrosion-resistant, surge-type actuator to a hitch ball measuring 1-7/8", 2" or 50 mm. Designed for use with drum trailer brakes.by: Chuck11/04/2022
Not a fan because of the screw down and up for ball attachment. Unit Itself works great.
by: Billy04/27/2023
Bolted right on with no problem. Now to pull off the hubs and check the wheel cylinders
by: Brian04/28/2024
I absolutely hate the twist lock on it. Received this twist lock style instead of what was pictured with a flip latch. Called to speak my piece about it and was told it was all they had. Now I'm stuck with it. I hate it!
by: Hoby08/11/2018
Direct Bolt on, better than welding. Surge Brake Line connected just fine. Bled Brakes. Test drive was successful. What more could you ask for. I chose the hand tightening knob over the Lever because it was more assuring to me that it was tight on the ball and the locking mechanism has never failed. I have used Titan surge actuators for 40 years. I am using this actuator on a 4,000 lbs. boat and trailer. On my way to the lake!
by: Jeffrey04/20/2023
This is an inferior product as it has no opening to pump brake fluid for bleeding brakes like better actuators. You must use a 2X4 or other items to pump actuator. Also, better actuators have auto lock with locking pin for securing to towing ball rather than a screw down. This actuator is outdated and I replaced it with a better product.
by: Christopher 10/03/2023
Product was as ordered. Shipped promptly. Only been used two times and works fine
by: Jason 10/18/2023
So far it looks like it will work. We have yet to install it.
by: Paul P05/16/2015
Bolted right onto the trailer. No instructions and the link on the web sit didn't work but what do you need for two bolts. Wouldn't have minded some guidance with bleeding the brakes but got it done anyway.
Greatly improved the towing of my boat trailer!
Good price. Shipping good. What else would you want!?
Paul P.
6/7/2016
Well, it worked great till I sold the boat last October. Shocked about the follow-up! Wow
by: Alexander 04/03/2023
Excellent value, great heavy duty product, fast and easy installation, perfect fit.
Can't ask for more!
by: Dave C.02/12/2015
Fast delivery & looks like the right brake actuator will install later this spring boat in storage. Very good service will recommend my friends to your company. Thanks for your help David Castle
Dave C.
2/12/2016
Its working great replaced my 26 year old brake actuator
by: Rich T09/12/2019
Excellent product. This was almost an exact replacement for the original one that was on my boat trailer. I had the boat out about once a week this summer and the actuator worked perfectly. Braking was smooth and it locks down easily on the hitch ball. I highly recommend this actuator.
by: Steven 08/05/2022
Very easy to install, I took the old unit off and had the new one installed in less than an hour. I hooked the trailer to my truck and primed the Hydraulic cylinder before I attached the brake line. No problems.
by: Pete 10/05/2022
Seems to be what I needed to have replaced, was easy to install. Only problem, NO instructions. I did find video suggestions online.
by: Blake04/30/2021
This product perfectly replaced my tongue master cylinder on my 1992 Capri boat trailer. It bolted right up and the brake line thread was the same. It was super easy. It is a huge improvement!
by: Steve 07/05/2021
Perfect replacement for my existing brake. I'm using this brake coupled with the Titan actuator W/reverse lockout solenoid since there is no manual lockout and I don't have free backing brakes.
by: Larry F10/07/2016
I cannot say enough about etrailer!! I ordered my part at a much cheaper price than I would have paid locally, it was mailed the same day and I got it three days later!! When ordering, I spoke to Shawn who was very professional and very precise in my wishes......she made me feel like a very valuable customer!! The part arrived in perfect shape and was easy to install. I would not hesitate to order from etrailer again!! Keep up the good work!!
by: Tony09/05/2022
Arrived corroded and not functioning properly. I had to disassemble and clean the rust that was on the inside of the fluid reservoir and the piston. I would have sent back but I needed it at the time. The piston was frozen. It took some time for me to figure this out.
by: Bill04/26/2022
The master cylinder leaks around the ca p.
Jenny N.
5/2/2022
You mentioned that the master cylinder is leaking around the cap. I suggest replacing the cap and we do have it available. It is part # T4480701 on our site.
by: Robert09/16/2022
DO NOT...I REPEAT DO NOT BUY THIS PIECE OF JUNK (I have stronger words but you get the idea) You get this piece of junk and ZERO info. I'm going to stop reviewing now before I go off the deep end!
by: JIMB04/27/2017
Just as shown online product fit perfect great to see a company that has great service and low prices. I will buy again when I need something. Brake actuator looks exactly like my old one saved a lot of time and money.
by: Pam06/16/2022
The part was a perfect fit and the service was prompt and friendly. I had a question and the person on live chat was friendly and helpful. I would definitely use etrailer again
by: George O11/17/2017
good stuff, nice product, shipped fast, exact fit / this is just what I wanted I had questions called and asked and got answers / the price couldn't be beat I tried other on line and local stores / am a happy camper I would buy here again.
George O
by: joe 10/18/2015
delivered early, sound packaging. item is as described and shown. Will definitely reorder from e-trailer. Thank You
by: Jim B.12/08/2015
Thank you guys at e trailer, great service, good prices and was a pleasure doing business. Will definitely shop here again for all my trailer needs.
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Chuck
12/22/2023
Very good and easy to install on my 1998 boat trailer. Not a fan of the screw down coupler but thats a minor issue....